Social Studies Teacher

AMERICAN LEARNING•Plantation, FL

23h•Onsite

About The Position

American Heritage Schools – Broward Campus is seeking a Middle and High School Social Studies Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year. Honors and AP teaching experience is preferred. The classroom teacher educates and supports students in reaching learning targets, demonstrates content expertise, makes sound instructional decisions, and creates a positive learning environment with effective routines and procedures. The teacher provides engaging learning tasks, assesses student learning, and gives feedback to support academic achievement. The teacher plans and implements instruction aligned with the AHS curriculum framework and scope and sequence, monitors student understanding, differentiates instruction, and uses assessment data to guide teaching. The role also includes maintaining student records and grades, communicating with families and school staff, participating in curriculum and professional-learning activities, attending required school events, and providing weekly after-school extra help. Additional duties may apply for teachers working in the Academy Program or specialized instructional areas.

Requirements

Preferred minimum of three years of teaching experience in a K–12 instructional setting.
Valid Florida State Teaching License or single-subject teaching credential, certification, and/or experience in a specialized subject.
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in education from an accredited institution, or a Bachelor of Fine Arts for fine arts instructors.
Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain cooperative, effective working relationships.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to use educational technologies such as iPads, learning software, and basic word-processing software.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Flexibility, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Honors and AP teaching experience.
ESOL endorsement.
ESE certification.
Professional experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate mastery of social studies content knowledge.
Plan and implement purposeful, innovative learning tasks aligned with the AHS curriculum framework and scope and sequence.
Articulate instructional purposes and learning outcomes; design structured lessons that promote engagement and critical thinking.
Select or create learning resources and use instructional technologies aligned with learning outcomes.
Set clear learning expectations, explain content clearly, and use academic language.
Enter lesson activities, assignments, and assessments into the school learning management system one week in advance, including due dates.
Monitor student understanding and assess learning using formative and summative measures, including preparing and administering semester or final exams and standardized tests.
Provide timely, relevant feedback to students and parents; enter grades into school learning management and student information systems weekly.
Use assessment data to inform instructional decisions; differentiate and modify learning tasks and implement directed accommodations.
Build respectful relationships with students and establish routines and procedures for a productive classroom environment.
Monitor student behavior, encourage students to contribute to a positive learning environment, and maintain discipline according to school rules and the student handbook.
Support students’ safety and general welfare.
Communicate proactively with parents, principals, and academic advisors; prepare progress reports and comments as needed.
Conduct parent-teacher conferences quarterly and as needed.
Contribute to curriculum development by providing feedback and sharing resources with colleagues.
Participate in team planning, professional learning communities, and team, department, and staff meetings.
Demonstrate commitment to professional learning and attend required school events, including Back to School Night, Meet and Greets, Conference Days, and Professional Development Days.
Provide required weekly after-school extra help.
If teaching in the Academy Program, provide differentiated instruction and demonstrate strategies for students with mild learning differences.
As warranted, manage facilities and equipment for specialized instructional areas and coordinate or attend related events.
Ensure effective deployment of classroom support from teaching assistants and evaluate teaching assistants annually.

Benefits

100% free tuition for eligible children of employees, subject to space availability and child acceptance.
50% discount on Summer Education for eligible children of employees.
Free Summer Day Camp for eligible children while the employee works over the summer.
Free early care and after-care for eligible children while the employee works.
Yearly bonuses.
401(k) with partial employer match after one year of employment.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Supplemental insurance plans.
Pet insurance options.
Short-term and long-term disability options.
Life insurance at no cost to the employee.
Affordable company housing when available.
Additional earnings opportunities through the Tutoring Department and Summer Education Programs.
Free continuing education.