Upper School History Teacher (Long-Term Substitute)

Cincinnati Country Day School seeks a dynamic and engaging long-term substitute history teacher to teach four sections (full time) of ninth grade "Ancient History: Ancient Roots to Modern Issues." The position runs from November 2026 to May 2027.

This interdisciplinary course explores ancient civilizations, world religions, and the enduring connections between the ancient and modern worlds. Topics include social and political systems, belief structures, technological innovations, and the ways ancient foundations continue to shape contemporary global issues. Students examine historical writings and cultural developments while developing essential historical thinking, evidence-based argumentation, and persuasive writing skills.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about history, skilled at building positive relationships with students, and committed to fostering intellectual curiosity in the classroom. Experience teaching history or social studies at the secondary level is preferred.

Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to Jon Zeljo, head of upper school, at zeljoj@countryday.net.

To learn more about Country Day, visit https://www.countryday.net/.

Cincinnati Country Day School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age (40 or over), national origin, ancestry, or military service/veteran's status in the administration of its educational programs and policies, admission decisions, tuition aid programs, employment practices and benefits, athletics, or other school-administered programs.