English and Social Studies Teacher at Beacon Academy in Canton, OH

Job Summary

We’re seeking an energetic English and Social Studies Teacher to help middle and high school students grow as readers, writers, researchers, and thoughtful learners. You’ll plan engaging lessons, adapt instruction to different learning styles, and use learning technology to connect classroom learning with real-world questions. Your impact: By building strong literacy and social science skills, you help students communicate clearly, evaluate information, and participate confidently in their communities.

Duties

• Teach English language arts and social sciences; develop curriculum, lesson plans, and instructional materials.
• Use creative writing, journalism, research, proofreading, copy editing, and style guidance, including AP style and the Chicago Manual of Style, to strengthen student work.
• Integrate educational technology and IT-supported lessons; prepare students for standardized testing and, where applicable, Advanced Placement (AP) coursework.
• Manage classrooms and behavior, mentor and tutor students, and provide academic guidance, including support for students with special education needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, communicate with parents, and follow applicable educational regulations and compliance requirements.

Experience

• Teaching experience with teenagers and classroom experience are essential; middle or high school teaching experience is valued.
• Strong communication, writing, organizational, and classroom management skills, with adaptable approaches to learning.
• Knowledge of curriculum development, instructional design, literacy education, linguistics, math, and learning technology is useful.
• Experience in higher education teaching, private schools, Montessori settings, education administration, or library services is preferred, not required.
• Familiarity with teacher collaboration, educational technology integration, AP programs, and academic advising is an asset.

Pay: $38,000.00 - $43,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person