Elementary Social Studies Teacher

Summary

The Elementary (grades 1-6) Social Studies Teacher supports a joyful, structured, and purposeful classroom culture where all students, regardless of ability, feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to succeed. The teacher delivers standards-aligned social studies instruction, facilitates meaningful learning experiences, and builds authentic relationships with students to foster their academic growth and social-emotional development. The Elementary Social Studies Teacher plays a key role in implementing the school's vision for equity and excellence, ensuring all students achieve at high levels and embody the school's core values of practice, service, and purpose.

The Elementary Social Studies Teacher teaches social studies to students across 1st through 6th grade. The teaching schedule will rotate quarterly, requiring the teacher to adapt instruction and collaborate closely with multiple grade-level teams throughout the year. The Elementary Social Studies Teacher reports to the Assistant Principal of Instruction and collaborates with the school team to create a positive and adaptive learning environment.

About Deep Roots

Where students discover joy, belonging, and purposeAuthentic Relationships

At Deep Roots Charter School, we take the time to know our students and their families – their backgrounds, purpose, and passion – and provide a variety of experiences from leadership to mentoring, to social-emotional learning and multiple clubs within the school day.

Personalized Learning

Every child receives individualized attention tailored to their unique learning needs and strengths. Deep Roots maximizes various learning styles and prioritizes individual student support.

Our Core Values:

Practice: Each and every individual in our school community, from students to leadership, will engage in deliberate practice, and value this as the path to excellence.

Service: Our service-learning model will be discipline based; it will require students to have a presence in the community, and reflect on their experiences regularly.

Purpose: We want to empower our students to uncover their unique gifts and talents, and apply them towards an outward purpose about which they are passionate.

Antiracist & Inclusive:

We stand as an actively anti-racist organization, dedicated to supporting all students and families. We advocate for our communities and strive to dismantle barriers within and beyond our school walls.

Responsibilities & Duties

Deliver Engaging Social Studies Instruction:

• Plan and teach daily social studies lessons aligned with state standards and the school's curriculum.
• Teach social studies to students across grades Kindergarten through 6th grade on a rotating quarterly schedule.
• Use a variety of instructional strategies, discussions, primary sources, project-based learning, and collaborative activities to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
• Foster critical thinking, civic engagement, historical inquiry, and a love for learning about communities, cultures, and history.

Support Student Growth and Achievement:

• Analyze student data to inform instruction and track progress toward academic goals.
• Differentiate instruction and provide targeted support to meet the needs of all learners, including students requiring additional challenges or interventions.
• Support students in developing analytical thinking, discussion skills, and academic vocabulary.
• Celebrate student achievements and encourage perseverance.

Create a Positive Classroom Culture:

• Establish and maintain a safe, inclusive, and structured learning environment that reflects the school's core values.
• Use effective classroom management strategies to promote respect, empathy, and collaboration among students.
• Model a growth mindset and foster a sense of belonging in the classroom.
• Build strong relationships with students and families rooted in consistency, care, and high expectations.

Collaborate and Communicate:

• Work closely with colleagues, families, and support staff to ensure the success of every student.
• Collaborate with multiple grade-level teams throughout the year to ensure instructional alignment and student support.
• Participate in professional development, team meetings, and school events to contribute to a strong school community.
• Communicate regularly with families about student progress, successes, and challenges.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Supervise students during lunch, recess, and transitions as needed.
• Participate in school-wide initiatives, events, and service-learning projects.
• Support the development and organization of social studies materials and classroom resources.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the school's mission.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, History, Social Studies, or a related field required; Master's Degree preferred.
• Valid Pennsylvania teaching certification (or eligibility for certification).
• At least one year of teaching experience preferred, with demonstrated success in improving student outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of elementary and/or middle school social studies content and pedagogy.
• Ability to effectively manage instruction across multiple grade levels.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.

Title: 1-6 Social Studies Teacher

Location: Philadelphia, PA 19134

Job Type: Full-Time