High School Social Studies Teacher

High School Social Studies Teacher Innovation Academy Charter School seeks a full‑time, high school Social Studies teacher for the upcoming school year. Successful candidates will be passionate learners and collaborators who are invested in the school’s mission and committed to the academic and social‑emotional learning of all students. Our school has a close‑knit community of teachers, students, administration, and parents. Teachers serve as advisors to a group of 12‑13 students each year, building strong relationships with students outside of the academic classroom. Teachers also get to know the whole student body through Friday choice block (club‑like activities that meet on a weekly basis) and Endersession (week‑long group activities that range from projects on campus to service projects in the community to traveling abroad). IACS seeks to serve all students within an academically rigorous and culturally responsive community of learners. Social Studies teachers at IACS collaborate to develop project‑based courses that focus on the development of critical thinking, literacy, and communication skills, and the practical application of those skills both within and beyond the humanities classroom. The department collaborates to plan a required thematic interdisciplinary 9th grade American Studies course and 10th grade Global studies course and designs elective courses for juniors and seniors, along with AP courses, such as AP Research and AP African American studies. Situated in Tyngsboro, MA (near the intersection of routes 3 and 5), IACS is a regional public charter school, drawing a diverse student body from neighboring districts including Lowell, Dracut, Chelmsford, and Tyngsboro. Our community represents 19 languages spoken, 38% students of color, 25% of students on special education plans, and a community of students and staff that identify as LGBTQ. IACS has a strong mentoring program for teachers new to the school and those new to teaching, including career changers. We welcome candidates who are committed to their own professional learning, open to feedback, and committed to collaboration. Job Details Job ID: 5702569 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 08, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026 Position Type: Full‑time Job Requirements Bachelor degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required. Welcome to Innovation Academy Charter School Innovation Academy Charter School is a tuition‑free, college‑preparatory, Massachusetts public charter school. Currently, the school serves students in grades 5‑12 from more than 10 Massachusetts communities including Chelmsford, Lowell, Billerica, Dracut, Groton, Tewksbury, Tyngsboro and Westford. At Innovation Academy Charter School, our mission is to create an inclusive educational environment that helps students become self‑directed problem solvers, effective communicators, and invested community members for our complex and evolving world. IACS is invested in hiring candidates with identities that have been historically excluded and socially marginalized. BIPOC and LGBTQ+ individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. IACS is devoted to anti‑bias training, education and learning for all employees. IACS is committed to being an equal‑opportunity employer and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. IACS does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, economic status, homelessness, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Contact Information Melissa Kapeckas, Director of Curriculum and Instruction 72 Tyng Road Tyngsboro, Massachusetts 01879 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education