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Burgettstown Area School District

Burgettstown, PA (In Person)

$46,449 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 3 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/18/2026

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Middle/High School Social Studies Description The Burgettstown Area School District is accepting applications, in anticipation of a vacancy, for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Social Studies Teacher to join our dedicated teaching team. This role is ideal for a passionate educator with a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment and encouraging critical thinking and civic engagement. As a Social Studies Teacher, you will inspire students to understand history, geography, government, economics, and cultural perspectives, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to become informed and active citizens.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that align with state and district standards. Deliver interactive and inclusive social studies instruction to middle or high school students. Utilize a variety of teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles. Encourage students' critical thinking, discussion, and debate around social studies topics. Create a supportive classroom environment where students feel safe, respected, and motivated. Assess student progress and provide timely feedback to students, parents, and guardians. Collaborate with colleagues and participate in professional development opportunities. Incorporate technology and digital resources to enhance learning.
Qualifications:
PA Teaching Certification Social Studies K-12 Experience teaching in a middle or high school setting is preferred. Strong classroom management skills and a commitment to building positive student relationships. Proficiency with educational technology and digital learning tools. Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Preferred Skills:
Experience using project-based learning, discussion-based teaching, or other innovative educational methods. Ability to integrate current events and diverse cultural perspectives into lessons. Background in collaborating with parents and school staff to support student success. About Us Located within close proximity to Washington, PA and less than 20 miles from the border of Pittsburgh, the Burgettstown Area School District is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students are encouraged to excel academically, grow personally, and become active, engaged citizens. The Burgettstown Middle/High School has a student to teacher ratio of less than 11 to 1 and an average class size of less than 14. Serving the community with pride, we are committed to high standards of educational excellence and to preparing our students for lifelong success. With a focus on academic rigor, character development, and community involvement, Burgettstown Area School District is a place where every student's potential is nurtured and celebrated. In addition to a starting salary of $46,449.00 for first year Bachelor's (salary is greater depending upon degree(s) earned and years of service in Pennsylvania) and a 186 day work year, all teachers are eligible for comprehensive medical coverage for themselves and their families with a very reasonable premium share (as low as $51.02/month for individual coverage), may participate in a flexible spending account, are issued a laptop computer and an iPad, and may receive tuition reimbursement for advanced study.
Application Process:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their application through PA Educator (www.paeducator.net). Inquiries may be made to the attention of Dr. Shaun Cooke, Principal , at scooke@burgettstown.k12.pa.us . Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

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