Social Studies Teacher

First Trinity Academy • Leesburg, FL

20h • Onsite

About The Position

First Trinity Academy is a private school committed to academic excellence, critical thinking, leadership development, and strong character education. Through small class sizes and individualized instruction, we aim to prepare students to become informed, responsible, and thoughtful citizens. We are seeking a knowledgeable and engaging Civics & Social Studies Teacher to teach students in grades 3 through 9. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of civics, government, U.S. history, geography, and current events, and can make these subjects meaningful and relevant for students of varying age levels. This teacher should be capable of leading thoughtful discussions, encouraging critical thinking, and maintaining strong classroom management while fostering respect, responsibility, and civic awareness.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, History, Political Science, Social Studies, or related field (required)
• Strong knowledge of civics, government, and social studies content
• Excellent classroom management and organizational skills
• Ability to engage elementary and middle school students through interactive instruction
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Florida teaching certification preferred, but not required
• Passionate about helping students become informed and responsible citizens
• Structured, organized, and confident managing a classroom
• Able to connect historical and civic concepts to real-world situations
• Encourages respectful discussion, inquiry, and critical thinking
• Professional, dependable, and collaborative

Responsibilities

• Teach civics and social studies to students in grades 3–9
• Develop engaging lessons in government, citizenship, geography, U.S. history, world history, and current events
• Help students understand civic responsibility, leadership, and respectful discussion
• Encourage analytical thinking, reading comprehension, and written communication through social studies instruction
• Maintain strong classroom management and structured routines
• Differentiate instruction for varying learning levels and age groups
• Assess student progress regularly and maintain accurate records
• Communicate professionally with parents and school leadership
• Participate in school meetings, events, and professional development opportunities

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance

What This Job Offers

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