Upper School History Teacher Jobs
Upper School History Teacher jobs are open across independent schools, charter networks, and public school districts, at every level from early-career to department chair, with specializations in AP and IB History, World History, and U.S. History. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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POSITION DESCRIPTION
St. Catherine's School is an Episcopal day school in Richmond, Virginia, founded in 1890 enrolling roughly 950 girls age 3 through grade 12. Located on a 16-acre campus in the western part of the city, St. Catherine's core values include pursuing academic excellence, developing character, nurturing spiritual growth, celebrating individuals, and building community.
St. Catherine's School provides a rigorous education that prepares girls with diverse perspectives for a lifetime of learning, leadership, and service in a global community.
POSITION OVERVIEW
St. Catherine’s School seeks a committed, enthusiastic, and innovative Upper School History Teacher. The Upper School History curriculum focuses on helping students develop historical thinking skills, the ability to analyze primary and secondary sources, an understanding of how to express historical arguments in writing, and an appreciation for how the social sciences enable a more nuanced understanding of both past and present and inform citizenship in a global society.
Supervisor: Head of Upper School; History Department Chair
Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A
Position Status: Salaried, exempt, full-time, regular, 9-month schedule
Hours of Work: Standard work week. Occasional evening chaperoning and travel supervision.
Expected Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Create a classroom community based on the School's core values
- Develop and implement the History curriculum, including a focus on skill development
- Teach a variety of courses in the History Department at more than one grade level
- Work collaboratively with and align with colleagues teaching same-level courses
- Implement and uphold the School’s access, equity, and belonging initiatives
- Serve as an Upper School academic advisor
- Sponsor extracurricular activities
- Lead a cohort in the Upper School’s Saints Explore experiential learning program
- Serve on School life committees when requested
- Find joy in working with students and the wider School community both in teaching and taking part in the broader life of the School
Note: This position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work to be performed by employees within this classification. This position description should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required or assigned to an employee in this position. Nothing contained in this position description restricts St. Catherine’s School’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to grasp, handle and feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl; talk and hear; engage in moderately strenuous physical activity both indoors and out; and smell. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to become CPR and First Aid Certified.
TRAVEL
Occasional overnight and out-of-area travel may be required for special events.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
St. Catherine’s School does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, or national and ethnic origin in the administration of its hiring practices. St. Catherine’s School is committed to providing an inclusive educational environment. We actively engage students, families, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Our School community respects the differences in ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. Consistent with the School’s mission, St. Catherine’s fosters in our students, and experts from all others, respect for the dignity and wholeness of every person. For more information about the school’s Access, Equity and Belonging please follow this link https://www.st.catherines.org/about/access-equity-and-belonging.
CONDITIONAL OFFERS
An offer of employment for this position is contingent upon the applicant’s right to work in the United States, authorization for and completion of successful background checks as may be requested by the school or required by law.
BENEFITS
St. Catherine’s School offers a highly competitive compensation package for this full-time position with benefits to include excellent health plan options, retirement benefits, exhaustive professional development and networking opportunities as well as state-of-the art facilities.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in History (Master’s preferred)
- Experience in and passion for teaching History at the Upper School level
- Demonstrated creative and energetic teaching
- Strong classroom management skills
- Conversant in current trends in History education and proven history of implementation of these trends
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
- Facility with and strong implementation of educational technologies
- Ability to coach a sport is desired
- Ability to uphold the high standards of the School’s established program
POSITION DESCRIPTION
St. Catherine's School is an Episcopal day school in Richmond, Virginia, founded in 1890 enrolling roughly 950 girls age 3 through grade 12. Located on a 16-acre campus in the western part of the city, St. Catherine's core values include pursuing academic excellence, developing character, nurturing spiritual growth, celebrating individuals, and building community.
St. Catherine's School provides a rigorous education that prepares girls with diverse perspectives for a lifetime of learning, leadership, and service in a global community.
POSITION OVERVIEW
St. Catherine’s School seeks a committed, enthusiastic, and innovative Upper School History Teacher. The Upper School History curriculum focuses on helping students develop historical thinking skills, the ability to analyze primary and secondary sources, an understanding of how to express historical arguments in writing, and an appreciation for how the social sciences enable a more nuanced understanding of both past and present and inform citizenship in a global society.
Supervisor: Head of Upper School; History Department Chair
Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A
Position Status: Salaried, exempt, full-time, regular, 9-month schedule
Hours of Work: Standard work week. Occasional evening chaperoning and travel supervision.
Expected Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Create a classroom community based on the School's core values
- Develop and implement the History curriculum, including a focus on skill development
- Teach a variety of courses in the History Department at more than one grade level
- Work collaboratively with and align with colleagues teaching same-level courses
- Implement and uphold the School’s access, equity, and belonging initiatives
- Serve as an Upper School academic advisor
- Sponsor extracurricular activities
- Lead a cohort in the Upper School’s Saints Explore experiential learning program
- Serve on School life committees when requested
- Find joy in working with students and the wider School community both in teaching and taking part in the broader life of the School
Note: This position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work to be performed by employees within this classification. This position description should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required or assigned to an employee in this position. Nothing contained in this position description restricts St. Catherine’s School’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to grasp, handle and feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl; talk and hear; engage in moderately strenuous physical activity both indoors and out; and smell. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to become CPR and First Aid Certified.
TRAVEL
Occasional overnight and out-of-area travel may be required for special events.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
St. Catherine’s School does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, or national and ethnic origin in the administration of its hiring practices. St. Catherine’s School is committed to providing an inclusive educational environment. We actively engage students, families, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Our School community respects the differences in ethnicity, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. Consistent with the School’s mission, St. Catherine’s fosters in our students, and experts from all others, respect for the dignity and wholeness of every person. For more information about the school’s Access, Equity and Belonging please follow this link https://www.st.catherines.org/about/access-equity-and-belonging.
CONDITIONAL OFFERS
An offer of employment for this position is contingent upon the applicant’s right to work in the United States, authorization for and completion of successful background checks as may be requested by the school or required by law.
BENEFITS
St. Catherine’s School offers a highly competitive compensation package for this full-time position with benefits to include excellent health plan options, retirement benefits, exhaustive professional development and networking opportunities as well as state-of-the art facilities.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in History (Master’s preferred)
- Experience in and passion for teaching History at the Upper School level
- Demonstrated creative and energetic teaching
- Strong classroom management skills
- Conversant in current trends in History education and proven history of implementation of these trends
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
- Facility with and strong implementation of educational technologies
- Ability to coach a sport is desired
- Ability to uphold the high standards of the School’s established program
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in upper school history teacher jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in History or a closely related field
- Valid state teaching certification or licensure for secondary education
- Experience teaching AP or IB History courses at the high school level
- Proficiency with learning management systems and digital classroom tools
- Demonstrated ability to design rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum units
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for student and parent engagement
Tips for Your Upper School History Teacher Job Search
Tailor your resume to specific courses
Hiring committees want to see which exact courses you've taught. List AP U.S. History, IB History, or World History by name rather than grouping them under a generic 'social studies' label, so your resume matches the posting directly.
Show student results, not just duties
Swap vague responsibilities for concrete outcomes. Mention AP exam pass rates, project-based learning initiatives you designed, or curriculum overhauls you led. Reviewers at independent and charter schools expect evidence of student impact.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists upper school history teacher openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Research the school's history curriculum before applying
Independent schools, public districts, and charter networks each weigh content differently. Review the school's course catalog before you apply so your cover letter references the specific courses and grade levels they actually offer.
Prepare a sample lesson or unit plan
Many upper school history hiring processes include a demonstration lesson. Have a ready-to-teach lesson on a commonly assessed topic, such as the Civil Rights Movement or World War II causation, so you can present on short notice during a callback.
Negotiate your placement on the salary scale early
Most schools place new hires on a fixed salary schedule, but prior teaching experience, advanced degrees, and department leadership can move your starting step. Ask about placement criteria before your final interview, not after you receive an offer.
Upper School History Teacher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most upper school history teachers?
The most active employers for upper school history teachers right now are Cincinnati Country Day School, FLINT HILL SCHOOL, and Great Hearts Academies, and the most openings are in Ohio, Virginia, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Independent schools and charter management organizations tend to post the highest volume of openings each spring hiring cycle.
How many upper school history teacher jobs are remote?
About 0% of upper school history teacher openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the in-person nature of most secondary classroom roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include online high school programs, curriculum development contracting, and academic coaching positions attached to virtual school networks.
How do you become an upper school history teacher?
You'll need a bachelor's degree in History or a related field, then a state-issued secondary teaching license, which typically requires completing an approved teacher preparation program and passing your state's licensure exams. Many upper school roles, especially at independent schools, also value or require a master's degree. Building classroom experience through student teaching and then pursuing AP or IB endorsements strengthens your candidacy considerably.
How do you get hired as an upper school history teacher with little experience?
Start by applying to roles that explicitly welcome early-career candidates, such as teaching fellowships at charter networks or long-term substitute positions at independent schools that often convert to full-time openings. Highlight any tutoring, curriculum development, or academic program work you've done. A polished sample lesson plan and strong student-teaching references can outweigh a thin professional record at this stage.
What does the upper school history teacher interview process look like?
Most schools run a screening call with an HR contact or department head, followed by an in-person or video interview with a panel that typically includes the history department chair and a school administrator. A demonstration lesson in front of actual students or a teaching committee is standard at independent schools. Final-round candidates often meet with the head of school and may tour the campus before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to upper school history teacher jobs?
You can find and apply to upper school history teacher jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from schools and districts across the United States. Search for roles that match your subject area, grade level, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your experience and interests.
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