Congressional School is seeking a Social Studies Teacher to teach fifth and sixth grades for the 2024-2025 academic year. The Social Studies Teacher is responsible for providing an effective learning environment through planning, organizing, developing, and assessing a comprehensive instructional program for fifth and sixth grade students. The Social Studies Teacher is knowledgeable about the cognitive and social-emotional development of children this age and possesses a firm understanding of U.S. history and geography, current events, global perspectives and world geography. In addition to the below duties and responsibilities, the Social Studies Teacher will be positive, passionate, collaborative, and innovative.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES