2026-2027 Middle School Social Science Teacher

The First Academy is seeking a knowledgeable and mission-aligned Middle School Social Science Teacher to lead students through a chronological study of human development and American heritage. The ideal candidate will be an expert in integrating a Christian perspective into historical analysis, guiding 6th graders from the cradles of civilization through 7th grade's exploration of medieval and modern world history, and concluding with a rigorous 8th-grade study of United States History. We are looking for an educator who prioritizes the use of primary and secondary sources to help students understand cause-and-effect relationships and the biblical foundations of government. The successful candidate will also mentor students through the 8th Grade Research Project, fostering critical thinking and public speaking skills as students present their findings to the community.

Core Instructional Competencies

• Primary Source Analysis: Teaching students to evaluate firsthand accounts and historical documentation to build an accurate and biblically driven understanding of the past.
• Worldview Synthesis: Applying Christian principles to examine socioeconomic conditions, ideological attitudes, and the cultural diversity of God's creation.
• Geographic Literacy: Ensuring 7th-grade students master the countries and capitals of the world as part of a broader study of global imperialism and exploration.
• Research Mentorship: Guiding 8th-grade students through an intensive, year-long research project, including independent study, historical nuance analysis, and a final public presentation.
• Civic Responsibility: Emphasizing the roles and responsibilities of citizens in a culturally diverse world, with a focus on how national expansion and political development align with biblical truth.
• Honors Rigor: Facilitating deep-dive discussions and complex historical interpretations for Honors-level students, particularly regarding the religious and intellectual roots of colonial America.

Living Curriculum Influencer Areas

Living as a Christ Follower

Model the Life of a Prayer Warrior

Embrace the Walk of a Servant Leader

Utilize the Skills of an Engaging Instructor

Be a Strong Relationship Builder

Bless others as a Faithful Encourager and Grateful Communicator

Professional Qualifications

• Required Education: Possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. A Master's degree in Education or the specific subject area is preferred.
• Subject Expertise: Degree emphasis in the area of instruction or a directly related field is strongly preferred.
• Communication Skills: Possess solid, professional communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective interaction with students, parents, and colleagues. This includes the ability to present complex information clearly and engage in constructive dialogue.
• Organizational Skills: Exhibit strong organizational skills, including efficient time management, meticulous record-keeping, and the ability to finish tasks in a timely manner and manage multiple classroom responsibilities simultaneously.
• Collaboration: Proven ability to effectively partner and collaborate with colleagues, administration, and parents to support the holistic development of students.
• Confidentiality: Absolute ability to maintain confidentiality pertaining to all sensitive school, student, and personnel matters, adhering to ethical and legal standards.
• Work Ethic: Demonstrate a strong work ethic, professionalism, reliability, and punctuality.
• Instructional Technology: Experience with and aptitude for using current educational technology to enhance classroom instruction, student engagement, and professional tasks.
• Learning Management Systems (LMS): Such as Canvas or Google Classroom.
• Productivity Suites: Including Google Suite for Education and/or Apple iWork Suite.
• Hardware/Equipment: Expertise in operating devices such as MacBooks, iPads, and Interactive Whiteboards, or similar classroom presentation technologies.
• Certification Requirement: Hold or be eligible to obtain a valid teaching certificate:
• Licensure by a regional accreditation agency (e.g., ACSI) is highly preferred.
• Valid/Professional State Teacher's Certification (e.g., Florida Teacher’s Certification) 
• Eligibility for a Temporary State Certificate within 30 days of employment, with the expectation that a permanent certification is secured within three (3) years.
• Teaching Experience: A minimum of three (3) years of successful classroom teaching experience in the subject area is recommended.

Demonstrated Ability: Possess demonstrated expertise and ability to manage, instruct, and motivate students, or provide equivalent proven subject expertise through related professional work experience.