Social Studies Teacher

Position Summary

The Social Studies Teacher will deliver engaging, standards-based instruction in U.S. history, world history, civics, geography, and economics to students (grades 6–8 or 9-12). This full-time position embeds maritime themes such as Great Lakes trade, port history, naval service, and environmental policy into rigorous, real-world learning experiences. The teacher will also collaborate with CTE teams to integrate social studies into TMAT’s maritime pathways and simulator experiences.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Design and teach courses aligned with the Ohio Learning Standards for social studies, including U.S. History, World History, Government, and Economics.

• Integrate maritime-related content: Great Lakes commerce and cultural history, maritime law, environmental policy, and port operations.

• Develop project–based learning units, for instance, mock legislative debates on maritime policy, mapping trade routes, or oral histories of port communities.

• Coordinate with CTE, STEM, and English teachers to ensure interdisciplinary learning, such as incorporating simulator exercises into civics lessons or reading technical maritime reports.

• Use formative and summative assessments, including simulations and policy portfolios, to track student progress and differentiate instruction.

• Advise or oversee student-led clubs (model UN, civic engagement, or “Maritime Heritage Club”) and lead field experiences to local historical sites or port facilities.

• Communicate with students, families, and school staff on academic progress, behavior, and pathway transitions.

• Maintain accurate records in the school’s systems; participate in department planning, professional learning communities, and advisory councils.

• Contribute to school-wide initiatives

Desired Qualifications

Required:

• Demonstrated knowledge of Ohio’s Learning Standards for Social Studies and the ability to design rigorous, standards-based lessons.

• Strong classroom management skills with a focus on building positive student relationships and fostering civic engagement.

• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs, including advanced, struggling, and English Learner students.

• Effective communication and collaboration skills with students, families, colleagues, and community partners.

• Commitment to experiential and project-based learning, especially in ways that connect classroom content to real-world issues and maritime contexts.

• Bachelor’s degree in History, Social Studies Education, Political Science, or a related field.

• Completion of an Ohio-approved educator preparation program.

• Valid Ohio Adolescence to Young Adult (AYA) Integrated Social Studies (7–12) license,

often requires:

• OAE: Assessment of Professional Knowledge - AYA (7–12) (pedagogy)

• OAE: Integrated Social Studies content assessment (025)

• Completion of Ohio BCI and FBI background checks as required by state law

• Must maintain compliance with all ODE licensure renewal requirements and remain in

good standing as a properly certified educator under Ohio law.

Preferred:

• Experience teaching U.S. History, World History, Government, or Economics in an urban or diverse educational setting with a focus on interdisciplinary or experiential learning.

• Background or strong interest in maritime, environmental, or regional history, particularly the Great Lakes and Toledo’s port community.

• Familiarity with College Credit Plus (CCP), Advanced Placement (AP), or dual enrollment programs.

• Experience designing or facilitating interdisciplinary projects (e.g., linking history with science, environmental or maritime content, economics with trade simulations, or civics with environmental policy).

• Proficiency with educational technology tools such as interactive maps, Powerschool, GIS, online simulations, and learning management systems.

• Strong interest in community partnerships with museums, universities, port authorities, and veterans’/naval organizations.

• Master’s degree or advanced coursework in Social Studies Education, History, Political Science, or Curriculum & Instruction, or a related field.

Physical Demands

• Typical middle school or high school classroom environment: lecturing, facilitating discussion, and supervising group activities.

• Frequent screen/computer use for lesson planning, grading, and digital instruction platforms.

• Movement between classrooms, labs, simulation areas, or occasionally off-site locations (e.g., museum, port terminal, historical site).

• Light lifting and setup of instructional materials, display boards, or exhibits.

• Supervisory duties during after-school activities or external learning experiences.

The Maritime Academy of Toledo is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $44,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Ohio Teaching License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Toledo, OH 43604 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $44,000