What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Studies Teacher position at Project for Pride in Living?
About PPL
Project for Pride in Living (PPL) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering low-income individuals and families to become self-reliant through integrated services in housing, employment, and education. We believe in the power of community and the potential of every person. When joining PPL, you become a part of a diverse team whose goal is to assist our residents and communities with the groundwork they need not only to survive but also to thrive.
Job Summary
This position is responsible for planning and developing course outlines, presenting the course material to students and evaluating the students’ progress. Courses taught may include U.S. History, World History, Geography, Economics, and Ethnic Studies. This person will join the amazing staff at our LNAS Alternative High School in Minneapolis.
✅What You’ll Do
- Create appropriate learning resources and develop lesson plans
- Maintain appropriate teaching knowledge and utilize technology in the learning environment
- Teach classes as designated individually or as part of a team.
- Vary learning materials and presentation to fit needs of students
- Participate in team effectiveness and registration process
- Adhere and enforce school’s standards of behavior on a consistent basis
- Develop and implement appropriate structure, policies and procedures
- Establish and implement appropriate social/extra curricula activities
✅ What You Bring
Minimum Technology Qualifications
Ability to use:
- MS Word and Outlook
- Google Workspace
Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in secondary education or equivalent
- State of Minnesota Teaching License in secondary social studies required
- Training and experience in alternative school setting preferred
- Training and experience in behavior modification techniques and class management preferred
- Experience working with diverse at-risk youth population (i.e. ethnic, cultural, economic, etc.)
- Training and experience in assessments and testing
- Training and experience with school-to career programs preferred
- Proficient in a second language (other than English) preferred
Why You’ll Love Working at PPL
✅ Hours
- 8AM-4PM/ School Calendar
✅ Competitive Pay
- $48,000-$54,000 annually depending on qualifications
✅ Comprehensive Benefits
- Health & Dental Insurance
- Employer‑paid Short‑ & Long‑Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- HSA or FSA options
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
✅ Work‑Life Balance & Culture
- Stable schedule with meaningful, mission‑driven work
- Work that directly supports housing stability and community well‑being
Hours: Full time, Exempt
Project for Pride in Living, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the organization will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Salary : $48,000 - $54,000