Middle School Social Studies Teacher (6th-8th)

St Martins Evangelical Lutheran School•Annapolis, MD

1d•$40,000 - $50,000

About The Position

St. Martin's Lutheran School, a Christ-centered independent school serving preschool through eighth grade in Annapolis, Maryland, seeks a dynamic, knowledgeable, and student-centered Middle School Social Studies Teacher for grades 6–8. The teacher will deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction in social studies and help students examine the past, understand the present, and develop into informed, thoughtful, and responsible citizens. Instruction should strengthen reading, writing, research, analytical thinking, and communication skills while fostering historical inquiry, civic understanding, and evidence-based reasoning. The teacher will establish a structured, welcoming, and inclusive classroom grounded in respect, clear expectations, and positive relationships. The role includes supporting middle school students’ social-emotional development while maintaining high academic expectations, communicating with families, collaborating with colleagues, participating in professional development and school activities, and modeling professionalism, integrity, compassion, and Christian character. St. Martin’s is committed to maintaining a safe, supportive, and respectful learning environment for all students.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Education, History, Social Studies, or a closely related field.
Experience teaching or working with middle school students.
Strong knowledge of social studies content and effective instructional practices.
Demonstrated ability to establish positive classroom culture and manage student behavior effectively.
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Commitment to supporting the mission and Christian values of St. Martin's Lutheran School.

Nice To Haves

Maryland teaching certification or eligibility for certification.
Master's degree in Education, History, or a related discipline.
Experience teaching social studies in grades 6–8.
Experience with inquiry-based learning, project-based instruction, and differentiated teaching.
Familiarity with integrating literacy instruction across content areas.
Experience using assessment data to guide instruction and support student growth.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned social studies instruction for students in grades 6–8.
Develop lessons that promote historical inquiry, critical thinking, civic understanding, and evidence-based reasoning.
Integrate literacy through primary and secondary source analysis, academic discussion, argumentative writing, and research.
Design learning experiences that promote interpretation, analysis, and meaningful application of historical knowledge rather than memorization alone.
Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs and provide appropriate academic challenges and supports.
Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student understanding and inform instructional decisions.
Collaborate with colleagues to support interdisciplinary learning and schoolwide academic priorities.
Establish a structured, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment with mutual respect, clear expectations, and positive relationships.
Implement consistent classroom routines and proactive behavior-management practices.
Support students’ social-emotional development while maintaining high expectations for academic achievement and personal responsibility.
Model professionalism, integrity, compassion, and Christian character in interactions with students, families, and colleagues.
Encourage respectful dialogue, consideration of multiple perspectives, and responsible civic engagement.
Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, instructional coaching, and collaborative planning.
Maintain timely and professional communication with families regarding student progress.
Contribute to the broader life of the school, including chapel, school events, and student activities.
Demonstrate commitment to continuous professional growth and reflective teaching practices.