Job Details

Junior High School Social Studies Teacher

Position Type: Student Support Services: Junior High School Teaching/Social Studies

Location: Meridian Junior High School

Date Available: August 19, 2026

JOB POSTING

Meridian Junior High School

FULL-TIME JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER

The following position is being posted for the 2026-2027 school year.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Certifications/License:  State of Michigan Elementary K-8 Certification with Social Studies (RX) Endorsement (preferred).

Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

Applicants must meet highly qualified requirements of No Child Left Behind Endorsement.

Relevant teaching experience.

 RATE OF PAY: Per Master Agreement between the Meridian Public Schools Board of Education and the Meridian Education Association

NOTE: Any applicant recommended for hire for any position is required to consent to a criminal history investigation and back assessment, if required by job description. 

DISTRICT-WIDE PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: Meridian Public Schools, in partnership with parents, students, businesses and the community, are committed to and responsible for ensuring the highest level of academic achievement and career planning for all students, the highest performing organizational structure at all levels, and a safe and effective learning environment for all students.

SUMMARY:  Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. Teachers are responsible for planning, organizing and implementing an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Meridian Public Schools teachers are committed and focused to student centered learning.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teaches 5th - 8th grade social studies utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education through the lens of project based learning.
• Develops and administers junior high school curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual small group instruction as needed.
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other schoolwide learning outcomes such as collaboration, verbal communication, written communication, and agency.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school
• Coordinates with other junior high professional staff members, especially within grade level and specific subjects, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
• Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles
2. Knowledge of school curriculum and concepts, including all subject matters taught
3. Knowledge and experience with project based learning preferred, but training on P.B.L. will be provided
4. Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
5. Knowledge of relevant technology, data information systems, data analysis and formulation of action plans.
6. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
7. Verbal and written communication skills
8. Decision making skills
9. Organization and planning skills
10. Ability to tolerate high levels of stress
11. Ability to be flexible and adaptive
12. Ability to take initiative and learn new tasks quickly
13. Ability to record and report daily written records
14. Ability to pay attention to detail
15. Ability to utilize classroom instruction techniques designed to stimulate the spirit of inquiry, the acquisition of knowledge and understanding, and the thoughtful formulation of worthy goals
16. Ability to communicate and work effectively and collaboratively with other teachers, administrators, and staff
17. Ability to work independently, while engaging in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth
18. Ability to develop a positive rapport with students, staff, parents and the school community
19. The capacity to align curriculum, instruction and assessments while responding to the individual needs of students
20. The willingness to seek out knowledgeable peers, coaches or administrators for instructional support
21. Prioritize student-learning needs over the customs, routines, and established relationships that can stand in the way of necessary change
22. Commitment to the relentless pursuit of increasing student learning and innovation
23. The competence to collect and analyze data from formative and summative assessments to inform instructional decisions
24. The skill to implement a tiered system of instruction within the classroom and to leverage the intense student support network
25. The strong desire and ability to build meaningful, caring relationships with students in order to exert academic influence
26. The ability to help create and thrive in a professional environment that is one of mutual respect, teamwork, and accountability that includes all stakeholders
27. The willingness to actively engage in the PLC process while:
    1. participating in ongoing instructional specific conversations
    2. collaboratively creating and executing clear, logical instructional plans
    3. coordinating instruction within and across grade levels
    4. trying out new ideas for improving student learning

TRAVEL REQUIRMENTS:
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings/trainings as required.

EQUIPMENT USAGE:
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printers, copiers, and telephones.