Social Studies Teacher: Grades 7 and 8

St John's Preparatory School • Danvers, MA

2d • $580,000 - $720,000 • Onsite

About The Position

St. John's Prep seeks a social studies teacher for grades 7 and 8 for the 2026-2027 school year. The grades 7 and 8 social studies faculty are part of an interdisciplinary team, and teach two sections of grade 7 and two sections of grade 8 each day. The grades 7 and 8 social studies curriculum is thematically based and includes units on classical and modern civics, constitutional government, and case studies on civil and human rights. Faculty also serve as advisors to a group of grade 7 or grade 8 students. The Middle School program of study can be found here on our school website. We are particularly interested in candidates with a commitment to working with middle school boys, a collaborative mindset around team teaching, and using technology as a vehicle for learning gains. The grade 7 theme is “serve,” focusing on group dynamics and community building with a particular emphasis on servant leadership. In grade 8, the theme is “appreciate,” exploring multiculturalism and diversity with an emphasis on empathy and respect for human differences.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1-3 years of teaching middle school (or applicable practicum experience).
• A bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred) in social studies and/or a related field.
• Ability to work effectively with a diversity of learning styles and learners.
• Standing/sitting for long periods of time.
• Capable of adapting to frequent changes in position throughout the workday.
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone.
• Use of hands and fingers for manipulation, and using computer keyboard, educational tools, play equipment, and perform first aid and CPR.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Commitment to working with middle school boys.
• Collaborative mindset around team teaching.
• Using technology as a vehicle for learning gains.
• Commitment to multiculturalism and diversity that is manifested in classroom practice, student engagement, interpersonal communication, and curricular decisions.

Responsibilities

• Teach two sections of grade 7 and two sections of grade 8 each day.
• Serve as advisors to a group of grade 7 or grade 8 students.
• Design and deliver engaging, student-centered lessons that promote critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Differentiate instruction to support a range of learners and learning styles.
• Use formative and summative assessments to inform instruction and provide meaningful feedback.
• Foster a classroom environment that encourages curiosity, collaboration, and intellectual risk-taking.
• Support students’ social-emotional development alongside academic growth.
• Contribute to the school community beyond the classroom, with opportunities to support student life through activities, events, or programs aligned with individual interests and school needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level