Middle School Social Sciences Teacher

National Cathedral School announces a search for a seventh-grade teacher in the History/Social Sciences Department of  its Middle School (grades 7 and 8) beginning  August 14, 2025. This position is a commitment to teach a full-time schedule of grade-seven World History classes and serve as an academic advisor to a group of middle school students. We seek candidates who have experience teaching at the middle school level.  Primary source driven, our curriculum focuses on the development of students’ analytical thinking, critical reading, and persuasive writing skills. Qualified candidates should hold at least a bachelor’s degree in history or geography; a master’s degree is preferred.  

  

Teachers are expected to be on campus from 7:45a.m. to approximately 4:00p.m. Responsibilities for this position include collaboration and full participation in a schoolwide social science department to ensure excellent scope and sequence. Other responsibilities include participating in regular department, division, and faculty meetings, supervising one or more study halls, and serving as a homeroom advisor. For the position, NCS offers a salary range of $65,000-140,000 and a full benefits package, including professional development opportunities.  

  

NCS is committed to leadership in multicultural education and a culturally diverse faculty and staff. The school therefore seeks applications from candidates who will contribute to an atmosphere in which all are valued and supported.  

  

All faculty are involved in the life of the school through a variety of means such as leading a club, coaching a sport, or serving on a committee. Additionally, community members attend school functions, including but not limited to chapel and cathedral services, assemblies, and special events.  

  

Interested candidates should send an electronic application that includes a brief cover letter, résumé and the names and contact information of three to five references. In addition, applicants should submit a sample lesson that the candidate has used with students. Please submit these materials as one combined attachment, in Word or pdf format, with “MS Social Science Teacher” in the subject line to: NCSemployment@ncs.org.