Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Middle School Social Studies Teacher

GRADES: 6-8

STATUS: Full-Time, 10-month position

Position Description:

Las Américas ASPIRA Academy is seeking a highly qualified, enthusiastic individual to serve as a Middle School Social Studies Teacher. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, self-motivation, and the ability to effectively engage and support middle school students. This position reports to the Assistant Head of School or Head of School.

The teacher will provide instruction in social studies for students in grades 6–8 and will support other school programs and activities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Teaches middle school social studies courses (history, geography, civics, and related humanities content) aligned with school-adopted curriculum and Delaware Social Studies Standards.
• Participates in ongoing professional learning to improve instructional practice (e.g., AVID strategies, Kagan Cooperative Learning, SEL, differentiated instruction).
• Collaborates with guidance counselors, special education staff, and external support services to meet student needs.
• Helps students understand local, state, national, and global issues and their interconnections.
• Creates a positive, structured, and engaging classroom environment appropriate for adolescent learners.
• Establishes clear learning objectives and communicates expectations for lessons, units, and projects.
• Implements school policies and classroom management procedures that support student growth and accountability.
• Regularly assesses student learning and provides timely feedback and progress reports.
• Monitors academic and social-emotional development and maintains accurate student records.
• Maintains communication with parents/guardians regarding student progress and needs.
• Makes reasonable availability for students and families outside of instructional time when needed.
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with Common Core State Standards and Delaware Social Studies Standards.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic and developmental needs of middle school students.
• Support students' academic, social, emotional, and leadership development.
• Maintain a positive, achievement-oriented classroom culture.
• Grade and provide feedback in a timely and consistent manner.
• Reflect on instructional practices and actively seek professional growth.
• Participate in grade-level teams, curriculum planning, and school-wide initiatives.
• Communicate regularly with families about student progress and achievement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.