Social Studies Teacher

SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER
FULL-TIME 2026-2027

ABOUT KENNEDY CATHOLIC

Kennedy Catholic High School is a private Catholic high school located in Burien, Washington. It is the mission of Kennedy Catholic to cultivate a diverse community of learners who encounter Christ, pursue excellence, and lead with love.


JOB SUMMARY

To teach a combination of social studies classes offered in Grades 9-12 for the 2026-2027 school year, which may include dual credit classes through Seattle University's Matteo Ricci Program.


COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Salary is dependent upon experience, certification, and education according to Kennedy Catholic's faculty compensation schedule. For the 2024-2025 school year, a teacher's salary ranges between $59,320and $112,590.

• Medical, dental, and life insurance through the Archdiocese of Seattle

• Participation in the Archdiocesan defined contribution program and voluntary
  403b program

• In-building child/dependent tuition support

• Opportunities to participate/assist with a wide array of co-curricular programs, including athletics, arts, campus ministry, and other clubs and activities for additional modest stipends

TO APPLY

• Visit the Office of Catholic Schools website at:

• Email cover letter and resume to View email address on click.appcast.io

• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in history or an adjacent field

• Master's degree in the specific content area or a related field

• Washington State Teaching Credential (or ability to obtain one)

• Familiarity with educational technology

• Recent classroom experience, preferably in a high school setting

The ideal candidate will possess the skills and abilities to:

• Work with students from a variety of cultural backgrounds and learning abilities

• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners

• Effectively utilize educational technology to enhance the learning of students

• Use data to inform instructional practices

• Work collaboratively within the department on curriculum and assessments

• Be flexible and resourceful

• Be organized and an effective communicator with all members of the school community

Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications.

Benefits: Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation and holidays.