Social Studies Teacher - Secondary (Grades 7–12) Leave Replacement
0.8 FTE | Potential to increase to 1.0
Cold Spring Harbor Central School District seeks an exceptional, intellectually curious, and student-centered Social Studies educator to join our secondary faculty. We are a high-performing district committed to academic excellence, critical thinking, civic engagement, and meaningful intellectual inquiry.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong content knowledge, instructional expertise, and the ability to challenge and inspire students across Grades 7–12. The anticipated assignment includes Advanced Social Studies 8 and Tournament Debate elective, with opportunities to teach additional secondary social studies courses, including College Board Advanced Placement coursework.
This position is anticipated to begin as a 0.8 FTE appointment, with the potential to expand to 1.0 based on district needs.
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
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Demonstrated success teaching advanced, accelerated, honors-level, or Advanced Placement (AP) social studies coursework
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Experience with or a demonstrated interest in teaching debate, argumentation, and public speaking, with a willingness to support related extracurricular activities.
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Strong background in historical inquiry, primary and secondary source analysis, and research-based instruction
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Experience developing students’ analytical writing, critical thinking, and academic discourse
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Instructional versatility and interest in teaching across middle and high school grade levels
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Experience designing engaging, academically challenging learning experiences that foster student independence and intellectual curiosity
Key Responsibilities
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Design and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction grounded in the NYS Social Studies Framework and inquiry-based practices
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Engage students in sophisticated historical thinking, primary and secondary source analysis, research, and evidence-based argumentation
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Facilitate structured debate, thoughtful discussion, and academic discourse that foster intellectual curiosity and independent thinking
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Develop students’ skills in persuasive communication, analytical writing, public speaking, and critical evaluation of evidence
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Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs while maintaining high academic expectations
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Design and use meaningful formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and inform instruction
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Integrate interdisciplinary connections, diverse historical perspectives, and contemporary issues to deepen student understanding
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Foster an inclusive, intellectually stimulating classroom environment that encourages respectful dialogue, intellectual risk-taking, and academic growth
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Collaborate with colleagues to support curriculum development, instructional innovation, and vertical alignment across Grades 7–12
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Demonstrate flexibility and readiness to teach a range of secondary social studies courses, including advanced and AP coursework as program needs evolve
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Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues and demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional growth
Cover letter may be addressed to Dr. Alex Rivera, Asst. Supt. for Human Resources
No telephone calls, please