High School Social Studies Teacher (SY 2026-27)

Starting salary: $45,000 - $75,720+, additional lanes may be applied based on the position.

Reports to: Director of Teaching & Learning

About the role

Hmong College Prep Academy’s mission is to provide the best integrated, challenging, and well-rounded educational experience to students in grades K-12. We are currently seeking a dedicated and energetic High School Social Studies Teacher to join our growing school. The teacher is responsible for instructing high school students in grades 9-12, creating a flexible classroom environment favorable to learning and personal growth, and delivering a well-rounded instructional program in core subjects.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in the core curriculum areas; make appropriate use of instructional resources and technologies.
• Support the Minnesota Graduation and Common Core Standards; implement the goals and objectives of the District and the school.
• Evaluate student performance in accordance with school and District systems; promote student achievement; maintain required student records and reports.
• Perform classroom management duties; enforce rules governing student conduct; take appropriate disciplinary action when necessary.
• Provide differentiated instructional methods and content to ensure student mastery of content.
• Use data such as screening, diagnostic information, progress monitoring, and daily work samples to adjust instruction and practice, and target feedback.
• Promote a welcoming, respectful, and academically challenging learning environment.
• Maintain accurate records including attendance, grades, assessments, and lesson plans via Schoology and/or PowerSchool.
• Ensure all online class resources are current via Schoology.
• Connect with families via phone calls, emails, conferences, and school events.
• Foster a social environment with students to develop trust, respect, friendships, and self-discovery.
• Participate in professional development meetings/clusters; implement new learning in the classroom following professional development.
• Develop and work on new learning based on self-assessment, input from teacher leaders, and the Director of Teaching and Learning.
• Utilize student achievement data to address strengths and weaknesses and guide instructional decisions.
• Continuously seek opportunities to grow and learn as a professional.
• Supervise student activities, which may include:
  • Bus duty – assist with walking students to the busses at the end of the day.
  • Breakfast and/or lunch duty – assist with monitoring based on a rotational schedule.
  • Other related duties as assigned.

Accountabilities

• Adhere to MN Teachers Code of Conduct.
• Support school goals and objectives consistent with the vision, mission, and values of HCPA.
• Participate in creating a culture of excellence, teamwork, and collaboration amongst staff, students, and families.
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative relationships with students, parents, teachers, and other school staff.
• Respond appropriately and promptly to parent, student, and staff member needs.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding students and the educational setting.

Engagement Activities

• Participate in 3 HCPA volunteer activities outside of the traditional school day (e.g., open houses, school dances, prom, concerts).

Requirements

• Current MN teaching license in secondary education for grades 6-12 with the appropriate license.
• BA or MA Teaching Licensure and/or related BA or MA Education Degree (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of teaching experience.
• Strong skills in classroom presentation and management.
• Knowledge of instructional technologies.
• Knowledge of research and trends in teaching and student learning.
• Ability to utilize computer and multimedia technology as appropriate.
• Knowledge of the core curriculum areas the teacher is responsible for instructing, with a strong preference for candidates trained in LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) or those with experience in structured literacy and systematic, explicit instruction based in the science of reading.
• Knowledge of teaching and learning strategies to meet a wide range of student needs and abilities.
• Knowledge of multicultural, gender, and disability fair curriculum concepts.
• Ability to adapt instructional routines, activities, and scaffolding to diverse student populations.
• Ability to implement classroom activities that foster problem-solving and critical thinking.
• Ability to plan and implement lessons based on district and school goals and objectives.
• Ability to evaluate student performance and present evaluations in a manner that fosters higher student achievement.
• Ability to continuously strive and set goals for personal professional growth and development.
• Strong interpersonal skills – the ability to work effectively with students, parents, district staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to multi-task.
• Knowledge of the programs, functions, and procedures of a school setting.
• Ability to remain calm in emergency and stressful situations.
• Ability to exercise initiative and sound and effective judgment within established guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with children of diverse ethnic backgrounds in an urban school setting.

Other Information

• Unofficial transcripts are accepted at the time of hire; official transcripts must be submitted within 30 days of the start date.
• Formal credential evaluation is required for post-secondary education completed outside of the United States.

Work Environment

• Duties are normally performed in a school/classroom environment; the school building is multi-level with an elevator and is accessible.
• Extensive interaction with children of all ages.
• Possible exposure to loud and noisy locations (e.g., classrooms, cafeterias).
• Operate standard equipment (computer, fax machine, telephone, copier machines, etc.).
• Fast-paced environment requiring frequent keyboarding, repetitive motion, and rapid eye movements.
• Ability to sit for extended periods, push, reach, or bend.
• Work may require weekend and/or evening hours and some travel.
• Duties may occasionally be performed:
  • On field trips away from school.
  • In outdoor environments, such as athletic fields or playgrounds, in varying weather conditions.

Benefits

For details on the benefits program, visit https://www.hcpak12.org/Page/136.