Social Studies Teacher - Martin Luther School

At Martin Luther School, we believe every student deserves access to an excellent education, even if their path to school has included challenges, disruption, or trauma.

Our students are bright, curious, and capable. What many of them have needed is a school that understands how learning and emotional development are connected. At MLS, strong instruction and social-emotional support work together. Both are essential to helping students grow as learners.

Our classrooms are supported by a collaborative team that includes teachers, social workers, behavior specialists, and clinical leaders. Staff work closely together to understand each student, problem-solve challenges, and create environments where students feel safe enough to take academic risks and stay engaged in learning. Teachers are never working in isolation. They are part of a thoughtful system that supports both students and educators.

Job summary:

We are looking for a Social Studies Teacher who is responsible for designing and delivering student-centered learning in Social Studies. The focus of the position is to provide direct instruction to students to help them learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their social, emotional, and academic development. The right candidate believes that students learn best when they are encouraged to ask questions, explore ideas, and stay engaged even when learning is challenging. Essential job functions are as follows but not limited to:

• Plan and teach Social Studies courses
• Build motivation and interest in learning
• Prepare effectively for class and provide documentation of students’ progress.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to use research-based practices
• Develop an environment that supports student learning

Education and experience:

• Bachelor's degree
• Content area teaching certificate is preferred but not required at the time of hire
• Teachers will need to obtain Pennsylvania certification, and the school will support staff in completing the required coursework and process
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience working in a school setting is preferred but not required

Benefits include:

• 3 health insurance plans included, one at no cost to the employee!
• 2 dental plans to choose from
• Educational assistance for professional development and Act 48/CEUs
• 403b retirement plan with organizational match
• Group Term Life Insurance at no cost to the employee
• Short and Long-term Disability coverage
• Generous paid time off and Personal Holidays
• Funding for employee self-care activities

Martin Luther School is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.