History​/Social Studies Teacher

History/Social Studies Teacher

Wicomico County Public Schools —

Location:

Salisbury, Maryland. Open in Google Maps.

Job : 5414417

Final date to receive applications: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 01, 2025 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Classroom Teacher

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district-approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students by creating a flexible, safe, and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Salary: Commensurate with certification and experience based on the Wicomico County Salary Scale for Teachers.

Hours: Full time 10-month position (190 contract days).
Contract Unit: This position is part of the Unit I (Certificated) bargaining unit.
FLSA: Exempt.

• Eligibility for the Maryland State Department of Education teaching certificate with the proper endorsement. IMPORTANT NOTE for Out-of-State Applicants:
  Out-of-state applicants can request a Professional Eligibility Certificate (PEC) if they hold a valid out-of-state certificate. For certification requirements please refer to the Maryland State Department of Education certification webpage. For Maryland testing requirements please check the ETS website.
• Knowledge of subject matter and appropriate instructional methodologies.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing using the English language when deemed necessary.
• Exemplary organizational and planning skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and personal qualities necessary to work effectively with students, parents, and administrators.

• Develops and administers curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• 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 tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Position Type: Full-Time Benefitted

• Classroom Teacher >
  Social Studies:
  General
• Classroom Teacher >
  Social Studies:
  Government
• Classroom Teacher >
  Social Studies: US History
• Classroom Teacher >
  Social Studies:
  World History

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Human Resources
• 2424 Northgate Dr. Ste. #500
• Salisbury, Maryland 21801
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