Middle School History Teacher

NYS Certified Middle School History Teacher
SEEKING MIDDLE SCHOOL HISTORY TEACHER FOR 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR

The Hellenic Classical Charter Schools are public charter schools located in Brooklyn (HCCS-PS) and Staten Island (HCCS-SI). HCCS provides a classics based education in the study of humanities and literature for students in Pre-Kindergarten to 8th grades.

Our Mission Statement: To provide a diverse student body with a rigorous education in a dynamic environment. Using a standards-based curriculum, enriched with the Greek and Latin languages, and the classics woven throughout, students engage in dialogue using the Socratic method to become critical thinkers. Students become college and career ready and well-prepared to succeed and contribute to the global community as responsible citizens.

HCCS-Park Slope is a National Blue Ribbon School. It has been designated as a RECOGNITION and REWARD SCHOOL by the New York State Education Department and was profiled as one of NYC’s BEST Public Pre-K & Elementary Schools: A Parent’s Guide by Clara Hemphill.

HCCS ranks among the top charter schools in New York City for exceeding targets in Student achievement – Rigorous Instruction – Collaborative Teachers – Supportive Environment - Student Progress – Trust – Effective Leadership.

Seeking Middle School ELA Teacher: 7:45 am start - Great time and attendance, good work ethic, team player, learner, compassionate, good communication skills, positive attitude, energetic and good classroom management skills.

The Middle School History Teacher will be responsible for:

• Developing and implementing engaging lesson plans and instructional materials aligned with the History/Social Studies curriculum for grades 6–8
• Utilizing effective classroom management strategies to foster a structured, respectful, and positive learning environment
• Designing and administering formative and summative assessments to evaluate student understanding of historical concepts and using data to inform and differentiate instruction
• Collaborating with grade-level and interdisciplinary team members to plan integrated units, coordinate cross-curricular activities, and monitor student growth
• Creating an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes individualized instruction, including appropriate accommodations and modifications to support diverse learners
• Encouraging critical thinking, historical analysis, research skills, and civic engagement through discussion, projects, and inquiry-based learning
• Maintaining regular communication with parents and guardians through conferences, school events, phone calls, and written updates
• Administering state and standardized assessments in accordance with district and state guidelines

Minimum Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in Adolescent Education (Gr. 7-12) or related degree within the field of Education
• NYS Teaching License or related teaching license within the field of Education
• Fingerprint clearance

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person