Middle-High School Social Studies Teacher at Saint Albert Catholic

Council Bluffs, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Social Studies, Communication, Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Collaboration, Engagement, Trust Building, Diverse Learners, Curriculum Development, Research, Presentation Skills, Active Learning, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Student Achievement, Teaching Strategies

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Description Saint Albert Catholic, a co-educational, child care center to high school located in Council Bluffs, Iowa, seeks a full-time middle-high school social studies teacher for the 2026-27 school year who is passionate about advancing the mission of Catholic education. Saint Albert Catholic offers so much more than just an exceptional education. Saint Albert Catholic is the only school in southwest Iowa to offer a quality Catholic education for students from six weeks to college. In partnership with our parishes, Saint Albert Catholic will inspire our students to fulfill their spiritual, academic, moral, and physical potential by following the teachings of the Catholic Church. Summary of Position: This position is perfectly suited for the teacher who is passionate about the area of social studies and desires to further our students in their learning journey, helping them to reach their potential in a Catholic school environment. The candidate must have solid knowledge of the four main branches of the social studies curriculum (history, geography, civics and government, and economics). Our social studies teachers are responsible for assisting students in the formation utilizing a comprehensive social studies curriculum. They accomplish this by creating engaging, challenging, and innovative lesson plans that encourage students to seek, explore, and expand their knowledge using a multi-faceted approach, including in-depth classroom discussions and activities, research, and presentations on a multitude of social studies topics. Saint Albert Catholic expects and encourages teacher collaboration through the sharing of teaching strategies, resources, and ideas that will lead to successful student outcomes. Teachers must have a willingness to be an active participant in the larger school community to continue our positive school culture, which can have a lasting impact on students. Essential Functions: Develop and deliver instruction strategies that align with the Iowa Core and engage students in active and positive learning that is appropriate for the students’ grade level (both middle and high school). Ability to develop a rapport with students to build trust and encourage their progress, a classroom environment where students feel safe and comfortable taking risks and questioning to seek understanding. Promote student achievement by effectively managing a classroom of diverse learners that fosters an environment both inviting and accepting to the student. Possess strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively communicate with students, parents, and colleagues. Maintain open lines of communication with parents/guardians, informing them of their child’s progress and addressing any concerns they may have. Requirements Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in education from an accredited college or university. Must have an active Iowa Teaching Licensure with proper endorsements or have this in place by August 2026. Minimum of 1-2 years teaching experience in middle or high school classroom (Preferred). Demonstrated success in designing and implementing engaging, standards-based lesson plans. Excellent communication (written & verbal), organizational, and time-management skills. Salary Range & Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience. Benefit offerings include: medical, dental, vision insurance, 403(b) retirement, flexible spending accounts, professional development, personal and sick leave days. Saint Albert Catholic is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

Responsibilities

The teacher will develop and deliver instructional strategies that align with the Iowa Core and engage students in active learning. They will create innovative lesson plans and foster a positive classroom environment that encourages student progress.