Social Science - Upper School 2025-2026

Secondary Education Instructor

Who We Are 

At Grandview Preparatory School , students are empowered to discover, explore, learn, create, and contribute to the greater good. As a community of belonging, we welcome each unique individual’s perspective, talent, and authentic self.

Our goal is to prepare students with real world experiences,  equipping students with a strong sense of self, durable and transferable skills, and relationships they need for an ever-changing future. 

The Team 

The Grandview Faculty values collaboration and inquiry.  As well as research-based practices as a community of educational professionals.  We seek to create real-world,  experiences and learning models to help students connect content and apply skills in a relevant and impactful way. We are seeking team members who embrace an inquiry-based and experiential model for learning that is personalized and competency-based. The humanities team at Grandview, uses an interdisciplinary approach to teach literature, history, research, and communication skills through a variety of inquiry-based approaches. Adventure is a key component of each course. 

The Role 

This position involves daily interaction with Middle and Upper School students as they explore topics in collaboration with other team members cross curricularly, using our essential question as a compass. This bridge helps students bolster literacies, skills, and attributes that will be essential for not only success in Middle/Upper School.  Strong candidates will have experience using inquiry-based teaching pedagogies, have a strong belief in competency-based education, and be passionate about student success. 

What a typical week looks like: Role & Responsibilities 

• Facilitating daily learning experiences with several groups of 15 to 22 students. 

• Co-designing interdisciplinary curriculum and assessment with teams

• Maintaining comprehensive records of performance, progress, and goals

• Communicating with families

• Actively participating in professional growth opportunities

• Participating in weekly school/division/team meetings

• Meeting the needs of the division by helping with weekly coverage and duties 

• Supporting students at seasonal after-school events

What we are looking for: Core Competencies

• Background/real-world experience in content knowledge area 

• Ability to cultivate respectful and affirming environments 

• Culturally proficient & equity literate

• A track record of giving high-quality, Responsive Feedback 

• Understanding of Competency-Based Assessment/Mastery Approach to Learning

• Knowledge of Inquiry-Based Learning Pedagogies (PBL, VTR, QFT, DT)

• Proficiency in Google Suite S
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in area of subject, 6-12 Education, or related field

• Teaching and learning experience (3+ Years Preferred)

EEO Statement

The faculty and staff of Grandview Preparatory School believe the fair and equitable treatment of employees is critical to fulfilling its mission and purpose. It is the policy of Grandview Preparatory School to conduct business and provide equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.