Middle School Social Studies Teacher

About the role

The Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the urban community of Lansing, MI. We are unique compared to other districts due to the variety of educational options available to families and staff. Our mission is to provide an excellent education in a safe and nurturing environment. We are currently hiring new social studies teachers.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate passion for and expertise in history, economics, government, and other secondary social studies content
• Provide world-class instruction in social studies to middle and high school students
• Use data to guide and effectively differentiate instruction
• Learn and grow by incorporating feedback from school leaders, colleagues, students, and professional development sessions
• Build relationships with students and parents to ensure a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment
• Perform other duties as assigned to best support the Lansing School District mission

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in education or social science field
• Previous experience working with middle school and high school students
• Alignment with Lansing School District's mission and values

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid Michigan teaching certificate with a secondary social studies endorsement (CQ, CX, or RX preferred)
• Previous teaching experience in an urban setting
• Training in CRPBIS and other related instructional methodologies

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Must be able to move throughout the building and campus, including classrooms, hallways, and outdoor spaces
• Frequent verbal communication is required to instruct students, lead meetings, and collaborate with staff and families
• May be required to stand or walk for extended periods, including during supervisory duties
• Occasional bending, reaching, or sitting on the floor to interact with students
• Regular use of computers and instructional technology for planning, instruction, and communication
• Must be able to lift or carry instructional materials and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering a rich environment for professional growth and student experiences by valuing diverse perspectives. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite passionate individuals dedicated to educational excellence to apply for our positions. We value internal mobility and encourage all candidates to apply. We will consider your application for various roles based on your qualifications. Internal candidates should apply using their SSO email address and submit separate applications for each role of interest.