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Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Convent of the Sacred Heart [NYC]
New York, New York
Salary: $67,500 - $100,000
Date Posted: 11/7/2025
 
Job ID: 81466
Position/Title: Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Employer: Convent of the Sacred Heart [NYC]
Department: Middle School
Category / Heading #1: Teaching  History - Social Studies
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Status: FullTime
 
 
Job Description/Responsibilities:
Convent of the Sacred Heart is New York City's oldest independent school for girls. As an independent, Catholic school, educating students in Pre-K through 12, we are part of an international network of 160 schools. We are committed to a set of principles shared by all Sacred Heart Schools. Known as the "Goals and Criteria," these principles articulate the core components of a Sacred Heart education and charge our community with a unified educational mission.

At the heart of our philosophy is the belief that each child possesses unique gifts. Our job is to unearth those gifts, nurture them, and empower each child of the Sacred Heart to share those gifts with the global community. Convent of the Sacred Heart is committed to building a community that is anti-racist, anti-bias, fair, inclusive, and welcoming to everyone and seeks candidates who connect to our Mission and Goals.


Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Full-Time
Beginning November 2025 - June 2026 


Position: Middle School Social Studies - Grades 7 and 8
Reports to: Middle School Division Head and Department Chair
FLSA: Exempt, full-time
Salary Range: Prorated, based on an annualized salary of $67,500 - $100,000, commensurate with education and experience

The Middle School Social Studies teacher will join a highly collaborative, innovative, and experienced faculty. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated interest in middle school education and the ability to relate and communicate effectively and appropriately with middle school female students.
 
 
Minimum Degree: BA
Certification Required: No
Minimum Experience: 1-3 Years

 
Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
  • Teach 7th Grade Social Studies: comparative study of ancient Athens and New York City.
  • Teach 8th Grade Social Studies: American History. Both courses develop students' understanding of history from multiple perspectives and use primary sources to enhance students' analytical and critical thinking skills.
  • Provide academic support for students outside of class time by answering homework questions and consulting with them as needed.
  • Attend department and faculty meetings.
  • Support the students and division by covering homeroom, study halls, lunch duties, and other assignments as needed
Requirements and Qualifications:
  • Undergraduate history major
  • Master’s degree. History, social science, or teaching major preferred
  • Previous teaching experience preferred
  • Candidate should be open to STEM collaboration and be comfortable with using technology and various scientific tools to enhance students’ learning
  • Proficiency with current educational technology, especially blended learning platforms and strategies.
  • Knowledge of, appreciation for, and demonstrated commitment to anti-racist, anti-bias education, multicultural teaching, and culturally responsive pedagogy
  • Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communications skills
  • Positive team player with a desire to contribute and share your gifts and talents with the students and administration of the school

It is the policy of Sacred Heart to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. This means that all employees and applicants will be treated on an equal basis without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, national and ethnic origin, ancestry, disability, age, military or veteran status, marital and partnership status, citizenship status, caregiver status, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health decisions, height or weight, predisposing genetic characteristics, criminal history, actual or perceived domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state, federal or local law (collectively referred to herein as “Protected Classifications”).

In addition to the Protected Classifications set forth in this EEO Policy, the School also prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on being a certified medical marijuana patient, pre-employment marijuana testing, unemployment status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, salary history, arrest or conviction, or domestic violence victim status in accordance with state law.

This policy applies to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to: hiring, training, faculty development, transfers, promotion, compensation, benefits, educational assistance, employee facilities, termination, and retirement.
 
Tuition Remission: No
Spend for Graduate Study: Yes
Relocation Assistance/Allowance: No
Support/Sponsor Work visas to overseas candidates: No
ON Campus Housing: No
OFF Campus Housing: No
 
 
Application Notes:
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Deadline:
ASAP
 
Contact Info
Thomas Lytle, Head of Middle School, Email: tlytle@cshnyc.org / 
Robert Cole
 Upper School History Teacher, Email: rcole@cshnyc.org