Notre Dame San Jose is currently accepting applications for the position of
Social Studies Teacher
The School
Since 1851, Notre Dame High School, San Jose has provided an exceptional Catholic college preparatory education for young women in Santa ClaraValley. The quality of education has remained steadfast throughout Notre Dame’s rich 165-year history. The school's mission is guided by the teachings of Saint Julie Billiart, the foundress of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur with a strong focus on social justice and community service.
The Program
Notre Dame High School has a college preparatory social studies curriculum, with a strong Advanced Placement and Honors program. In addition to exposing students to rich content, the department strives to instill students with strong critical thinking, writing, close reading, problem-solving and collaborative skills.The department strives to create graduates who are informed, engaged community members, passionate about learning.This program is part of an integrated curricular design developed among the English, Religious Studies and Social Studies departments. / Responsibilities
Teach high school social studies courses with specific interest in World History.
Align instruction with department outcomes and graduation outcomes.
Be familiar with educational research and current literature in academic area.
Collaborate with colleagues both within department and across the curriculum.
Create and implement lesson plans.
Create and conduct appropriate student assessment regularly.
Supports the mission of the school and the Hallmarks of a Notre Dame de Namur
Learning Community. / Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor Degree required, Master Degree preferred.
  • Current teaching credential.
  • Three to five years’ high school teaching experience preferred.
  • Strong inter-personal and management skills, flexibility, energy and creativity.
Terms of Employment
  • Annual renewable contract.
  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Full-Time position.
How to Apply
Submit a cover letter and resume to:
  • Place “Full-TimeSocial Studies” in the subject line.

Notre DameHigh School responds only to those candidates who meet the qualifications for the position.
All resumes are kept on file for a one-year period.
Notre DameHigh School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.