Middle School Social Studies Teacher

About the School

Since 1910, St. Anne’s-Belfield School has been committed to nurturing the whole student: body, heart, mind, and soul. As the largest independent school in the college town of Charlottesville, Va., our 900+ students, age 2 through Grade 12, inspire us each day as we aspire to educate the next generation of exemplary citizens and visionary leaders. 

As a member of our school community, you'd be joining a team of people who are passionate about their roles and contributing to a community of purpose and belonging. Those who thrive at St. Anne’s-Belfield are people who, as outlined in our Portrait of a Graduate, pursue knowledge to generate impact, seek to engage diverse perspectives and practices, engage in reflection, demonstrate moral character and integrity, and work to understand and meet the needs of the community. 

Our two beautiful campuses on 55 acres serve as vibrant hubs for curiosity, creativity, and academic excellence. This is perfectly complemented by our location in Charlottesville, one of the top 5 happiest cities in the U.S., as recognized by National Geographic and Outside Magazine. Opportunities abound to connect with nature, enjoy arts and culture, engage with the University of Virginia, only one mile away, and explore American history both within our region or Richmond (one hour by car) and Washington, D.C. (two hours by car).

If you're looking for a dynamic learning environment where your contributions help spark each child’s potential, we invite you to consider a career with St. Anne’s-Belfield. We at St. Anne's-Belfield School believe it is the quality and passion of our people that set us apart. We seek to hire the best teachers, administrators, staff members, and coaches to support our student body by offering a competitive benefits package and providing a wonderful working environment.

About the position

We at St. Anne's-Belfield School believe it is the quality and passion of our people that set us apart. We seek to hire the best teachers, administrators, and staff members to support our student body by offering a competitive benefits package and providing a wonderful working environment.

St. Anne's-Belfield School seeks a full-time Social Studies Teacher and Advisor for the Grade 6 Humanities program. The successful candidate will inspire students to explore ideas, ask meaningful questions, and engage deeply with the study of history, culture, citizenship, and human experience in a student-centered classroom.

In Grades 5–8, English and Social Studies are taught as distinct disciplines while maintaining a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary approach. The Grade 6 Social Studies teacher partners closely with the Grade 6 English teacher to design and implement a curriculum that cultivates empathy, critical thinking, communication, and civic understanding.

The Grade 6 Social Studies course centers on the study of world religions and examines how varied belief systems have shaped cultures, societies, and human history. Through the analysis of primary sources, texts, artifacts, and media, students develop historical thinking, critical inquiry, communication, and research skills while exploring diverse perspectives and engaging in respectful discussion. In collaboration with the Grade 6 English course, students complete a variety of writing and research projects that deepen their understanding of course content and cultivate empathy, cultural literacy, and civic understanding.

Key Responsibilities

• Foster curiosity, empathy, and critical thinking through inquiry-based instruction.
• Create a classroom culture in which students thoughtfully engage with diverse cultures, identities, and belief systems.
• Facilitate respectful discussion of complex topics with intellectual rigor and age-appropriate sensitivity.
• Develop students' historical thinking, research, writing, and communication skills.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues to design meaningful interdisciplinary learning experiences.
• Empower students to take ownership of their learning and contribute positively to their communities.
• Utilize standards-based assessment practices to provide meaningful feedback and support student growth.

Required Qualifications

• Full-time classroom teaching experience.
• Strong organizational and classroom management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A joyful and developmentally responsive approach to teaching middle school students.
• A commitment to collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching middle school social studies, history, humanities, or religious studies.
• Experience teaching in a standards-based learning environment.
• A master's degree in education, history, humanities, or a related field.

As an independent school, St. Anne's-Belfield values active participation in the life of the community. In addition to classroom teaching and advising responsibilities, the successful candidate will contribute to student-centered extracurricular programs and other aspects of school life.

What we offer: 

• Competitive annual salary, based on experience
• 10 month schedule + holidays + 3 personal days annually
• Shared cost high-quality medical, dental, and vision insurance
• School paid short-term and long-term disability and life insurance
• Retirement plan with a match
• Supplemental insurance policies
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Discounted gym membership
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition remission for children enrolled at the school (Three years through Grade 12)
• Free after-school care (3 – 5:30 p.m.) for Three years through Grade 8
• Free lunch when school is in session
• 20% discount at the St. Anne’s-Befield School store