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Grades 9–12 History Teacher

Thrive Charter School

Trenton · Mercer County

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Position Type: High School Teaching/Social Studies - History

Date Posted: May 4, 2026

Location: Thrive Charter School- High School

Closing Date: May 14, 2026

Job Details

  • Thrive Charter School is seeking a dedicated, engaging, and student-centered High School History Teacher (Grades 9-12) to join our instructional team
  • The ideal candidate will inspire students to think critically about historical events, develop strong analytical skills, and make meaningful connections between the past and present.Position Overview
  • The Grades 9-12 History Teacher will be responsible for delivering rigorous, standards-based instruction in United States History, World History, Government, and/or related social studies courses
  • The role emphasizes inquiry-based learning, historical thinking skills, and preparation for college, careers, and civic engagement

Responsibilities

  • Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction in high school history and social studies courses
  • Teach subjects such as U.S
  • History, World History, Government, Economics, or electives as assigned
  • Develop lesson plans that promote critical thinking, analysis, and discussion of historical events and themes
  • Use data to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly
  • Create and administer formative and summative assessments aligned to learning standards
  • Foster a classroom environment that encourages respectful discourse and civic understanding
  • Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
  • Collaborate with special education staff to support student accommodations and inclusion
  • Integrate primary and secondary sources to enhance historical inquiry
  • Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress
  • Participate in professional development, faculty meetings, and school-wide initiatives

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in History, Social Studies Education, Political Science, or related field (required)NJDOE certification in Secondary Social Studies/History (or eligible for certification) required
  • Experience teaching high school students preferred
  • Strong content knowledge in U.S. and World History, Government, and Economics
  • Strong classroom management and instructional planning skills
  • Ability to engage students in discussion-based and inquiry-driven learning
  • Preferred

Qualifications

  • Experience with AP-level coursework or rigorous college-prep curriculum
  • Familiarity with NJ Student Learning Standards for Social Studies
  • Experience supporting diverse learners in inclusive classroom settings
  • Strong use of primary source documents and project-based learning strategies
  • Commitment to civic education and student engagement
  • Compensation &

Benefits

  • $62,000Health, dental, and retirement

Benefits

  • (as applicable)Professional development opportunities
  • Supportive and collaborative school culture focused on student achievement