Middle School Humanities Teacher

Spring Education Group is a multi-brand education network of superior private school institutions spanning infant care through high school. The network (currently composed of approximately 220 schools) brings together some of the best private school programs in the country, with proven track records educating children through unique and carefully crafted curricula.

Middle School Humanities Teacher - Van Avery Prep
Van Avery Prep in Temecula, CA, prides itself on fostering an environment where students thrive under rigorous academic enrichment balanced with active participation in athletics and the arts. Our dedicated teachers guide students in developing into innovators, critical thinkers, humanitarians, and leaders. We value diversity and believe in educating the next generation of leaders with a sense of global awareness, social responsibility, and environmental stewardship.

Join us in shaping the future at Van Avery Prep, where our students are learning today and leading tomorrow.

What We Offer

We provide competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package to our full-time employees:

Full medical, dental, and vision insurance
FSA/HSA options
401(k) with company match
Student tuition remission
Continued education savings through our university partners
Paid holidays and sick days

About the Role

As a Middle School Humanities Teacher at Van Avery Prep, you will inspire students to explore literature, history, culture, and the human experience through rigorous, inquiry-driven learning. You will create an engaging, structured classroom environment where students strengthen their reading, writing, research, discussion, critical-thinking, and communication skills.
In this role, you will design and deliver differentiated, standards-aligned instruction that integrates English language arts and social studies while deepening students’ understanding of diverse texts, historical contexts, cultures, and perspectives. Through close reading, analytical and creative writing, research, discussion, collaborative inquiry, and meaningful projects, you will help students connect classroom learning to enduring questions and the world around them.

You Will…

Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned humanities instruction for middle school students, integrating English language arts, literature, history, and social studies as appropriate to assigned courses
Design cohesive learning experiences that help students examine literature, historical events, cultures, ideas, and diverse perspectives through inquiry and discussion
Develop students’ skills in close reading, analytical and creative writing, research, source evaluation, evidence-based reasoning, discussion, and presentation
Use inquiry-based instruction, seminar-style discussion, primary and secondary sources, and project-based learning to help students explore compelling questions and make meaningful connections across disciplines
Differentiate instruction, materials, and support to meet varying academic needs, learning styles, and levels of readiness
Establish clear classroom routines and maintain a safe, inclusive, and academically purposeful learning environment
Assess student progress through formative and summative measures, maintain accurate records, provide constructive feedback, and adjust instruction based on learning needs
Communicate consistently with families regarding student progress, classroom expectations, accomplishments, and areas for continued growth
Collaborate with fellow teachers, specialists, and school leadership to support interdisciplinary learning and a cohesive student experience
Maintain an organized classroom, supervise students responsibly, manage instructional materials and resources, and follow all school policies and health and safety procedures

What We Are Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in English, Literature, History, Social Science, Humanities, Education, or a related field from an accredited institution
California teaching credential preferred
Prior experience teaching middle school humanities, English language arts, history, or social studies courses preferred
Strong knowledge of literature, writing instruction, historical…