Job Description

Grade 8 Social Studies Teacher – Waterville Junior High School

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

The Waterville Public School System serves over 2,000 students of all ages in and near Waterville, Maine. Recognized as one of the city’s greatest assets, our schools engage every child in challenging, student-centered learning while providing a safe, welcoming environment for them to learn and grow.

Waterville Public Schools is excited to invite an enthusiastic and student-centered educator to join our dynamic team as a Grade 8 Social Studies Teacher at Waterville Junior High School. We are looking for someone who is eager to foster curiosity, engage learners, and collaborate with colleagues to support every student’s growth.

The successful candidate will work closely with a committed team of educators to support a strong academic foundation, while building a positive and inclusive classroom environment. At WJHS, we strive to ENGAGE, INSPIRE, and EMPOWER our students—and we’re looking for a team member who shares that mission.

The city of Waterville is located on the banks of the Kennebec River and is easily accessible from two exits off I-95 as well as Route 201. Waterville offers access to affordable housing, employment opportunities, medical facilities, outdoor activities, and a vibrant arts, entertainment, and culinary scene.

Grade 8 Social Studies Teacher

• This is a school-year position that follows school-day hours and school vacations—an ideal schedule for working parents or those who value work-life balance aligned with the academic calendar.
• Benefits highlight: health and dental insurance, course reimbursement, and professional development
• Full job description available online at:
  
  

Primary Responsibilities

• Teach social studies to Grade 8 students
• Foster inquiry-based learning through hands-on activities, discussions, and real-world connections.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners, including multilingual students and those with IEPs or 504 plans
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan, assess, and reflect on instruction.
• Maintain regular communication with families and staff regarding student progress and classroom activities
• Create a positive, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment where all students feel safe and valued
  
  

Qualifications

• Valid Maine Department of Education certification (Elementary Teacher, 020 or appropriate endorsement for middle-level social studies)
• Strong knowledge of social studies content and instructional best practices for middle school learners
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Willingness to collaborate with grade-level and content-area teams
• A passion for working with early adolescents in a supportive and inclusive school culture
  
  

Application materials may be obtained on the WPS website, or by calling (207) 873-4281. Application packets should include: completed application, cover letter, resume, and three letters of reference. Applications should be sent electronically to [email protected] or mailed to:

Waterville Public Schools

c/o Grade 8 Social Studies Teacher Search Committee

25 Messalonskee Avenue

Waterville, Maine 04901

Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. Waterville Public Schools does not discriminate in the operation of our educational and employment policies and will honor all appropriate laws relative to discrimination.

Job Tags

Full time, Immediate start,

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