Social Studies Teacher

Start Date

August 2025

Department

Academics

Reports To

Academic Dean

Job Summary

Scattergood Friends School and Farm seeks an engaging social studies teacher to join our team of progressive educators.  Other core duties may include residential life support, advising and/or teaching other classes, dependent on applicant skills and background. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Teach three social studies courses.

  • Plan and deliver instruction, as well as measure and report progress to facilitate student development. 

  • Communicate frequently with students and school staff in ways that nurture a healthy learning experience for students. 

  • Model the values of Scattergood Friends School.

Other Duties

  • May teach additional classes, based on interest and aptitude (language arts, art, music, physical education).

  • May work with students in residential life, as an advisor and/or dorm sponsor.

  • Attends regular meetings, including: daily Collection, lunch, staff meeting, community meeting, and Meeting for Worship.

  • Serve as a crew leader.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or higher degree in social studies.

  • Ability to design and implement courses that motivate and engage students.

  • Secondary teaching experience (preferred).

  • Proficiency with Google Suite.