Middle School English/Social Studies Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Connelly School of the Holy Child is seeking a passionate Middle School Teacher to join our outstanding faculty for the 2026-2027 school year. We welcome candidates that demonstrate a strong commitment to high-quality teaching, innovation, academic excellence, and a joy for learning. Building an inclusive and diverse school community is a priority, and we are committed to hiring faculty with diverse experience and backgrounds to empower our students to connect, belong, and grow.

Description & Details

Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college preparatory school, committed to the intellectual, spiritual, artistic, physical, and social development of young women in grades 6 through 12. The school emphasizes academic challenge, joy of learning, and education of well-rounded women of faith and action.  

This position will afford an individual the opportunity to join an energetic, collaborative, and innovative team that is focused on being a leader in an all-girls school committed to developing women of action. 

Responsibilities include: 

• Teach middle school courses in English and Social Studie and leads an advisory. 

• Foster a classroom environment that is conducive to the intellectual, social, and emotional development of young women.

• Collaborate with other middle school teachers in the division to support student learning.

• Collaborate with other middle school teachers to plan curriculum and cross curricular enrichment.

• Communicate effectively and consistently with students, parents, staff, and community.

• Maintain appropriate records, student progress reports, and follow required procedures and practices.

• Integrate the use and care of technology, equipment, materials, and facilities adequately.

• An active commitment to enhancing our school community through involvement on committees and in student life activities.

• Build culturally responsive classroom that fosters a sense of belonging and ensures that all students feel respected and challenged.

• Develop, select, and differentiate instruction to meet the needs of a diverse population.

Requirements

Ideal Candidate will possess:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in English or Social Studies education or general education with experience at the middle/secondary level.

• Teacher preparation program completion or certification preferred.

• Strong commitment to inquiry-based learning and laboratory investigations.

• Knowledge of best practices and strategies to effectively engage students from diverse backgrounds and abilities.

• Demonstrated ability to cultivate critical thinking, collaboration, and communication skills among students.

• Familiarity or experience teaching with Common Core or State ELA and/or social studies standards.

• Commitment to embrace the school’s mission and values, with a genuine enthusiasm for teaching and learning.
• Willingness to collaborate effectively with colleagues, administration, parents, and the wider community

Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

• Paid Time Off
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability

• Training & Development

Pay is commensurate with education and experience, and is calculated according to a school-wide pay scale. ($50,000 - $102,00)