What are the responsibilities and job description for the Anticipated Secondary Social Studies Teacher ~ 26/27 School Year position at Abington Heights School District?
- Develops and administers Social Studies curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
- Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop unit organization around historical problems, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
- Teaches knowledge of social studies, incorporating history, geography, economics, political science, systems of government, education, responsible citizenship, and humanities.
- Develops students' understanding of various racial, ethnic, religious and political groups and mores, as well as socio-economic status, and the influence of various factors on human rights and freedom.
- Fosters an understanding of the continuity and patterns of human behavior through the ages, and an awareness of the complexity and interrelationship of local, state, national and world problems and approaches to their solution(s).
- Demonstrates the manner in which the past provides a comparative basis from which to evaluate the nature of current issues and predict courses of action for the future, with continuous cross reference to contemporary matters of importance.
- Develops students' research skills, interpersonal skills, and ability to make critical value judgments and contribute to the thoughtful exchange of ideas, through a variety of reading, writing, group discussion and presentation assignments to stimulate self-reliance in problem-solving and drawing conclusions.
- Promotes students' critical analysis of the effect media has on the flow of information and shaping of public discourse, and encourage students to seek out and compare alternative sources of information concerning the key issues of their world.
- Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
- Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
- Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
- Certification/License: - Pennsylvania State Certification as a Secondary Social Studies Teacher 7-12 (#8875)
- Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
- Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
- Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
JobID: 1468
Position Type:
High School Teaching/Social Studies
High School Teaching/Social Studies
Date Posted:
3/17/2026
3/17/2026
Location:
Abington Heights High School
Abington Heights High School
Anticipated Secondary Social Studies Teacher ~ High School Contract
Starting Salary: Step 1/BS/$63,992
Benefits
Health Insurance: The District's coverage is through Highmark (Medical & Sav-Rx) & PSEA (United Concordia Dental and NVA Vision).
Medical Premiums: Your monthly employee contribution will be $80 per month ($40 per pay), dental and vision insurance are provided at no cost to you.
Life Insurance: The district provides a life insurance policy at no cost to you, with a benefit of $50,000.
Time Off: You will accrue 1 personal day and 10 sick days your 1st year, in accordance with the district's policies.
Health Insurance: The District's coverage is through Highmark (Medical & Sav-Rx) & PSEA (United Concordia Dental and NVA Vision).
Medical Premiums: Your monthly employee contribution will be $80 per month ($40 per pay), dental and vision insurance are provided at no cost to you.
Life Insurance: The district provides a life insurance policy at no cost to you, with a benefit of $50,000.
Time Off: You will accrue 1 personal day and 10 sick days your 1st year, in accordance with the district's policies.
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' knowledge and understanding of world cultures and cultural evolution; to develop skills in research of social orders; and develop an understanding of the existence and importance of geographical, historical, cultural and political factors that influence the development of world societies, socio-economic systems and political systems, as well as their inter-relationship and interdependence. To foster an understanding and appreciation of world cultures, languages, racial, ethnic and religious groups, and political systems.
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' knowledge and understanding of world cultures and cultural evolution; to develop skills in research of social orders; and develop an understanding of the existence and importance of geographical, historical, cultural and political factors that influence the development of world societies, socio-economic systems and political systems, as well as their inter-relationship and interdependence. To foster an understanding and appreciation of world cultures, languages, racial, ethnic and religious groups, and political systems.
Job Goal
To create a flexible secondary elementary instructional program in a virtual or regular class environment, adapting best practices from favorable to student learning and personal growth; to establish appropriate effective rapport with students; to motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further education, in accordance with each student's ability; and to establish appropriate, effective relationships with parents and with other staff members by effective use of different modes of communication and interaction as is appropriate, such as online, phone or face-to-face conferencing and email or other written communication.
Essential Functions - also refer to attached job description
Additional Duties
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Qualifications Profile
Education:
Experience:
FLSA Status: Exempt
Salary : $63,992