Social Science Teacher; Pool SY; Washington

Social Science Teacher (Candidate Pool) SY26-27 (Washington)

Apply for the Social Science Teacher (Candidate Pool) SY26-27 (Washington) role at Summit Public Schools in Washington.

We believe that every student should graduate high school fully prepared for the next step toward a fulfilled life. Summit Public Schools serves over 3,300 students across 10 schools in the Bay Area and Washington state, and we are committed to ensuring that every student graduates ready to pursue purpose and opportunity.

• In 2025, 99% of our graduates were accepted to a four‑year college, and Summit alumni persist and complete college at twice the national average.
• We are a mission‑driven, research‑backed network of public schools dedicated to equitable, high‑quality education.

• Teach Project Time: 90‑minute blocks in high school or four 55‑minute blocks in middle school per day, delivering deep learning experiences that develop cognitive skills and apply content knowledge to real‑world situations.
• Mentor Time:
  Build deep relationships with small mentor groups each day, coaching students toward personal goals and checking in one‑on‑one.
• Self‑Directed Learning & Interventions:
  Facilitate daily literacy or math interventions, support student progress, and monitor outcomes.
• Collaboration & Professional Development:
  Participate in all‑faculty after‑school meetings, grade‑level or subject‑level communities of practice, and continuous improvement coaching with school leaders.
• Data‑Driven Planning:
  Analyze student data to inform lesson plans, supports, and individual student needs.

• Commitment to uphold Summit’s values and ensure all students receive a rigorous, equitable education.
• Strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB), embedding these values into daily practice.
• Teaching credential in California or another U.S. state.
• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s in Education preferred, not required).
• Clear health and background check.
• Teaching experience in your subject area preferred, but not required.

• You want to be a world‑class deep‑learning (project‑based) teacher.
• You thrive in collaborative environments and are excited to work with mission‑aligned, high‑performing colleagues.
• You are eager to teach Summit’s common curriculum and assessment system, designed by teachers in partnership with learning scientists.
• You care deeply about working in intentionally heterogeneous schools and supporting all diverse students toward fulfilled lives.
• You embrace ongoing professional development and continuous improvement.
• You have a growth mindset and view feedback as a positive catalyst.
• You are passionate about mentoring and advocating for students you follow year to year.

In addition to a highly motivated team and meaningful work, you’ll receive a comprehensive benefits package, including a retirement plan, 12 paid holidays, and three weeks of organization‑wide closures per year. Health, dental, and vision plans are available at 25% cost (we cover the other 75%), and employee life and disability insurance are provided at no cost. Our compensation policy strives for equity and transparency.

The salary for this position starts at $63,718 and can rise to $99,987, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Summit is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to education. We encourage applications from individuals belonging to historically marginalized communities. Spanish language proficiency is a plus.