High School Social Studies Teacher

High School Social Studies Teacher

Job Description:
Little Rock Christian Academy seeks a full-time high school Social Studies teacher who is committed to educational excellence and to teaching through the lens of a Biblical worldview. The Social Studies teacher will help students grow as thoughtful learners and discerning thinkers, fostering life-long learning as they study history, government, and human development.

Responsibilities & Desired Qualifications

• Ability to teach a variety of high school social studies courses based on department needs, including courses such as Civics, U.S. History, AP Government, and AP Psychology.

• Plan and deliver purposeful instruction that develops historical thinking, civic understanding, and clear written and verbal communication.

• Lead students toward deeper learning through inquiry-based instruction, discussion, analysis of primary and secondary sources, and evidence-based reasoning.

• Help students evaluate ideas, institutions, and events with intellectual honesty, discernment, and an understanding of their responsibilities as citizens and neighbors.

• Maintain a classroom culture of respect, clarity, and consistent expectations.

• Communicate clearly with families and collaborate with colleagues to support student success.

• Actively pursue growth as a professional educator and support the mission and culture of LRCA through faculty collaboration and school life.

Preferred Qualifications

• Arkansas teaching license 

• Degree in History, Government, Political Science, Psychology, or a closely related field. 

•  Master's degree/graduate hours preferred

• Teaching experience preferred.