Anticipated* Social Studies Teacher

Position: *Anticipated* Social Studies Teacher
Location: Southampton

Position Type:
Teaching - Middle School/Social Studies

Date Posted:
6/9/2026

Location:
Klinger Middle School

Date Available:
8/2026

Closing Date:
06/19/2026
Social Studies Teacher

Klinger Middle School
Term of Employment - Contracted start of '26-'27 SY. Salary and Benefits per Collective Bargaining Agreement
Salary Range - $54,160 to $83,501

Schedule
- Mon - Friday 7:45-3:15

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' knowledge and understanding of world cultures and cultural evolution; to develop skills in research of social orders; and develop an understanding of the existence and importance of geographical, historical, cultural and political factors that influence the development of world societies, socio-economic systems and political systems, as well as their inter-relationship and interdependence.

To foster an understanding and appreciation of world cultures, languages, racial, ethnic and religious groups, and political systems.

Essential Functions:

Develops and administers the Social Studies curriculum in accordance with school district goals and objectives.

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop unit organization around historical problems, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.

Teaches knowledge of social studies, incorporating history, geography, economics, political science, systems of government, education, responsible citizenship, and humanities.

Develops students' understanding of various racial, ethnic, religious, and political groups and mores, as well as socio-economic status, and the influence of various factors on human rights and freedom.

Fosters an understanding of the continuity and patterns of human behavior through the ages, and an awareness of the complexity and interrelationship of local, state, national, and world problems and approaches to their solution(s).

Demonstrates the manner in which the past provides a comparative basis from which to evaluate the nature of current issues and predict courses of action for the future, with continuous cross-reference to contemporary matters of importance.

Develops students' research skills, interpersonal skills, and ability to make critical value judgments and contribute to the thoughtful exchange of ideas, through a variety of reading, writing, group discussion, and presentation assignments to stimulate self-reliance in problem-solving and drawing conclusions.

Promotes students' critical analysis of the effects of media on the flow of information and the shaping of public discourse, and encourages students to seek out and compare alternative sources of information on key issues in their world.

Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual students' needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.

Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn about current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research.

Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.

Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.

Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.

Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids, and other supplies and equipment, and maintains inventory records.

Additional Duties:

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note:

The above description is illustrative of the tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment:

Uses standard office equipment, including personal computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and telephones.

Travel Requirements:

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of world history in a variety of sub-topics, including history, geography, sociology, economics, political science, systems of government, education, responsible citizenship, anthropology, and humanities.
• Knowledge of humanity's major problems and approaches to their solution(s) in the past.
• Knowledge of data…