Social Studies Teacher

Social Studies Teacher JobID: 5076

Position Type:

High School Teaching/Social Studies - History

Date Posted:

5/18/2026

Location:

High School

Date Available:

School Year 2026-2027

Closing Date:

6/1/2026 or Until Filled

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POSITION:

Social Studies Teacher

SCHOOL:

High School

Responsibilities will include:

• Teach high school social studies courses in alignment with district curriculum and Connecticut standards
• Develop and deliver engaging lessons that promote historical thinking, civic engagement, inquiry, analysis, and effective communication skills
• Utilize primary and secondary sources, discussion, writing, and project-based learning to deepen student understanding of historical and contemporary issues
• Differentiate instruction to meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of diverse learners
• Assess student learning and provide timely, meaningful feedback to students and families
• Foster a positive, respectful, and inclusive classroom culture that values diverse perspectives and civil discourse

QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid Connecticut Certification: 026 History and Social Studies (Grades 712) required or NY equivalent to work toward certification reciprocity.

• Strong knowledge of secondary social studies curriculum, instructional strategies, and assessment practices
• Knowledge of civics, history, geography, economics, and inquiry-based instructional practices
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and student-centered learning environment

SALARY:

Per NFEA Contract

POSITION TO START:

School year 2026-2027

PLEASE SUBMIT:

Online Application (www.newfairfieldschools.org)

Letter of Intent

Transcripts

Certification

Letters of Reference (2)

The New Fairfield Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer committed to an Affirmative Action Plan in recruiting, appointing, training, evaluating, and promoting personnel on the basis of merit and qualification, without regard for race, color, religion, sex, age, natural origin, ancestry, marital status, Veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability or genetic information or any other applicable lawful discriminatory standards except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification. (Title VI & VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964. Title VI & VIII of the Public Health Services Act, Title II of the Education Amendments of 1972, as well as other relevant federal and state laws.)

Date Posted: May 18, 2026

Posting Closing Date: June 1, 2026 or Until Filled

(the later of)