Middle School Social Science Faculty

Position Summary

Trinity is seeking applicants for a full‑time middle school social science faculty position. A preferred candidate has middle school experience with a history background and the ability to teach all levels. Qualified candidates must have the ability to develop meaningful relationships with highly motivated students from diverse backgrounds. Teachers should plan to be an integral component of the students' lives, in and out of the classroom, and to collaborate with colleagues on grade‑level teams, and serve as members of the social science department.

• Foster a strong sense of belonging and community while promoting the School’s mission and core values in the Middle and Upper School.
• Prepare lesson materials, grade papers, manage the classroom, and evaluate and give feedback to students as deemed appropriate.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs and interests.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children’s progress and to determine priorities when necessary.
• Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of school programs.
• Manage a group of assigned advisory students for the purpose of advising them on academics, social, future‑planning issues as well as acting as the liaison between parents and the school.
• Lead a significant out‑of‑the‑classroom activity like coaching a sport or a competitive academic team, in addition to teaching and advising.
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising administrator.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or an equivalent, with a focus in a related field;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of five years of experience in public and/or independent schools, with a strong background in curriculum and instruction.
• Promotes an inclusive environment that values, encourages, and supports differences, and articulates an authentic commitment to diversity in thought and perspective while holding others accountable for the same.
• Passionate about the chosen field of study.
• Capable of teaching more than one level of the subject, demonstrating mastery of current pedagogy.
• Exceptionally capable in written and oral communication.
• Excellent organizational and presentation skills.
• Proven success working collaboratively with other members of the social science department.
• Must be able to pass a Jessica Lunsford Level II background check and drug test.

• CPR/AED/First Aid – can be obtained upon hiring.

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability, and a 403(b) plan.

• Trinity Preparatory School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Trinity Preparatory School of Florida is committed to ensuring the safeguarding and well‑being of its students and expects all faculty, staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. The recruitment process is carried out in accordance with recommendations of the Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida on the protection of children and youth from abuse, including rigorous background checks prior to appointment and additional training after appointment.