Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Location: Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan Employment Type: Full-Time Work Model: Onsite
About the Role We're looking for a Middle School Social Studies Teacher who can bring history, geography, civics, and economics to life for students in grades 6–8. This isn't about lecturing from a textbook. It's about helping kids actually understand the world they live in — where it came from, how it works, and why it matters.
What you'll do - Plan and deliver daily lessons across social studies disciplines: U.S. and world history, geography, civics, and economics - Build a classroom environment where students feel safe to ask questions, disagree respectfully, and think critically - Assess student progress through a mix of formal tests, projects, discussions, and written work - Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including ELL students and those with IEPs - Collaborate with grade-level teams and specialists on curriculum alignment and student support - Communicate regularly with families about student progress and classroom expectations - Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and school-wide initiatives
About you - Bachelor's degree in Education, History, Social Studies, or a related field - Valid Michigan teaching certificate with a Social Studies endorsement (or eligibility to obtain one) - Strong classroom management skills - Genuine interest in working with middle schoolers
Nice to have - Experience teaching grades 6–8 - Familiarity with project-based learning or inquiry-based instruction - Experience supporting English language learners or students with disabilities
What we offer - Competitive salary commensurate with experience - Full benefits package including health, dental, and vision - Supportive administrative team and collaborative staff culture - Ongoing professional development opportunities