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YELLOW BREECHES EDUCATIONAL CENTER
Experiential Social Studies Teacher
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What they do
A History or Social Studies Teacher teaches in the social studies fields for elementary to secondary school students. Elementary school teaching focuses on general social studies, with history overview courses starting in middle school. High school focuses on specific courses of study, such as Modern US History. Fields include history, geography, government, and current events.
$67,681 / year median in Pennsylvania
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Welcome to YBEC, with six campuses across south-central PA, we offer an innovative approach to education that seamlessly integrates experiential learning with adventure. We take pride in our commitment to maintaining a low student-to-staff ratio, ensuring a maximum of 1:4 students per elementary classroom and 1:6 students per secondary school classroom. This deliberate approach allows our educators, counselors, and adventure professionals to provide individualized attention, fostering a profound sense of belonging. By tailoring our teaching methods, our dedicated educators actively engage, encourage, and empower students. This approach fosters their academic, social, and personal growth both within and beyond the classroom walls. Are you ready to teach social studies in a hands-on and creative way? Yellow Breeches Educational Center is seeking a dedicated candidate to join our team as a Social Studies teacher. Our social studies curriculum rotates though World History I and II, Civics, and US History. A Bachelor's Degree is required to obtain teacher certification. YBEC offers a competitive salary and benefits program. Salary range reflects certification and experience. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational experience at Yellow Breeches Educational Center by: Creating a dynamic curriculum that captivates students' interests and fosters a deep understanding of the subject matter. Delivering interactive lessons in our small classroom environment to enhance student learning and comprehension. Promoting inclusivity, respect, and collaboration within the classroom to empower students to thrive academically and personally. Working closely with fellow educators to develop interdisciplinary activities and lessons that enrich students' educational experiences. Planning and leading diverse experiential learning opportunities such as local field trips, museum visits, career exploration sessions, college tours, and transition-related activities to broaden students' horizons. Supporting the Adventure Teacher in planning and executing weekly adventure trips, including activities such as mountain biking, rock climbing, kayaking, canoeing, stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), hiking, and other outdoor adventures. Contributing to the planning and participation in week-long adventure and experiential camping trips, fostering teamwork, leadership skills, and outdoor appreciation among students.