Middle School Social Studies Teacher

• For 20262027 School Year
  
  

Position Title: Middle School Social Studies Teacher (Grades 6–8)

Location: Arts Campus, Jacksonville, FL

Job Type: Full-Time (10-Month Contract)

Salary: Starting at $52,500 (based on experience and credentials)

Work Location: In Person

Job Summary-

Global Leadership Academy is seeking an engaging and knowledgeable Middle School Social Studies Teacher to join our Arts Campus. This role is ideal for an educator who brings history and civics to life, fosters critical thinking, and helps students make meaningful connections between past and present.

About Us-

At Global Leadership Academy, we are committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of our students and community. Our Arts Campus promotes innovation, equity, and excellence through engaging, creative, and rigorous instruction.

Key Responsibilities-

Plan and deliver standards-aligned Social Studies instruction for grades 6–8 in accordance with Florida B.E.S.T. Standards

Teach key concepts in history, geography, civics, and economics

Foster critical thinking, discussion, and analysis of historical events and current issues

Create a classroom culture that promotes respect, inquiry, and engagement

Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and guide instruction

Provide targeted interventions and enrichment based on student data

Implement effective classroom management and differentiated instruction strategies

Collaborate with colleagues and instructional leaders to support student achievement

Communicate regularly with families to build strong partnerships

Participate in school events, team planning, and professional development

Qualifications-

Bachelor’s degree in Social Studies, History, Education, or a related field

Valid Florida Teaching Certificate in Social Studies (Grades 5–9 or 6–12)

Minimum Of 3 Years Of Teaching Experience Preferred

Strong content knowledge in history, civics, and geography

Ability to facilitate discussion-based and inquiry-driven instruction

ESOL endorsement or willingness to obtain (preferred)

Collaborative, dependable, and mission-driven mindset

Work Schedule-

Monday – Friday

8-hour workday

In-person instruction required

Physical Requirements-

Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear

Use of computers and instructional technology

Occasional lifting of up to 10 pounds

Activity Levels

Standing/Walking: Up to 2/3 of the day

Sitting: Under 1/3

Reaching/Talking/Hearing: Over 2/3

Stooping/Crouching: Up to 2/3

Benefits-

Competitive salary based on experience and credentials

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Professional development opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer-

Global Leadership Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status.