2026-2027 Middle School History Teacher

Job Title:
Middle School History Teacher
Department: Faculty

Status: Exempt, Full-Time, 10-month Employee

Effective: 
February 9, 2026

Saint Patrick Catholic School is currently seeking a Middle School Teacher to nurture and support 7th-8th-grade students in their personal and academic growth, beginning in August 2026-2027. 

Overview

Founded in 2005, Saint Patrick Catholic School (Norfolk, Virginia) is an independent Catholic school with an enrollment of approximately 400 students in grades pre-kindergarten through eight. Boasting a vibrant and accomplished team of educators, the school encourages students to develop a growth mindset while creating an educational framework that focuses on reinforcing six "pillars" of education, supporting the total formation of each student. Saint Patrick is proud to be a Glasser Quality School.

Mission Statement

Saint Patrick Catholic School educates and nurtures the whole child - mind, body, and spirit to be a Christ-centered, compassionate, and courageous servant leader.

Faculty Expectations

• Model faith and service to the community
• Uphold the school’s vision of being authentically Catholic and warmly ecumenical
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to establish servant leadership opportunities
• Promote a culture of respect for all members of the community
• Committed to serving as a role model for students
• Model behaviors consistent with Catholic values and teachings.
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds, climb stairs, bend, crouch, crawl, stoop, and run

Responsibilities

• Design and implement comprehensive unit plans that align with the Saint Patrick Catholic Schools curriculum standards for History and Social Science (including Civics & Economics).
• Utilize research-based instructional strategies—such as primary source analysis, Socratic seminars, and document-based questions (DBQs)—to develop students’ historical thinking skills (sourcing, contextualizing, corroborating).
• cultivate students' understanding of civic rights and duties through simulations (e.g., mock trials, legislative debates), current events analysis, and service-learning projects that promote active citizenship.
• Translate lesson plans into varied learning experiences that accommodate diverse learning styles, including scaffolding for students with learning differences and enrichment for advanced learners.
• Effectively integrate digital tools (e.g., Google Workspace for Education, Canvas, online historical archives) to enhance instruction and build digital literacy skills.

• Conduct ongoing formative and summative assessments to monitor student mastery; analyze data to modify instructional methods and provide targeted individual or small-group interventions.
• Provide timely, constructive, and actionable feedback on student work. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of grades and attendance in the school’s Student Information System (SIS).

• Promote a classroom environment that is safe, respectful, and intellectually stimulating, ensuring all students feel valued and empowered to share diverse perspectives.
• Manage student behavior effectively in accordance with school policy, fostering a culture of self-discipline and mutual respect.

• Maintain proactive and professional communication with parents/guardians regarding student progress and curriculum goals through weekly newsletters, emails, and conferences.
• Coordinate with grade-level peers and the History Department to ensure vertical alignment of the curriculum and cross-curricular connections (e.g., aligning with Language Arts for research papers).
• Actively participate in the school’s spiritual life, including attending Mass, leading prayer, and integrating Catholic social teaching into the history curriculum where appropriate.
• Engage in professional development opportunities, including seminars and workshops, to stay current with developments in history education and pedagogy.
  
  

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in History, Social Studies Education, Political Science, or related field
• Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience, preferably in middle or high School
• Experience with classroom management and working with digital technologies
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, possess strong interpersonal skills, and be able to solve problems without sacrificing relationships

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong command of U.S. History, Civics/Economics concepts appropriate for middle school learners
• Master's degree in History, Education, or related field
• Licensed by the Virginia Department of Education 

Benefits

• Competitive salaries based on experience
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance plans
• Disability and Life Insurance Plans
• Legal Resource and Accident Plans
• Retirement plan with up to a 5% company match
• On-campus parking 

Saint Patrick Catholic School is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or genetic information.