Middle School and High School Social Studies Teacher - Vacancy ID: 254764

Washington Island School is seeking a versatile and passionate Social Studies educator to join our island community. We are looking for a "student-first" professional who views history, civics, and economics not just as subjects, but as tools to help students navigate a global society.

As a teacher in a small rural district, you will have the unique opportunity to build deep, multi-year relationships with students. You will design inquiry-based learning experiences that meet Wisconsin Standards for Social Studies, fostering a classroom where critical thinking is the norm and every student’s potential is recognized and nurtured.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute rigorous, engaging lessons that prioritize the C3 Framework (College, Career, and Civic Life), encouraging students to evaluate evidence and communicate complex conclusions.

• Deliver content across the 5–12 spectrum, ensuring compliance with Wisconsin Act 31 (Tribal Nations) and preparing students for the Wisconsin Civics Graduation Requirement.

• Analyze student performance data to create personalized learning plans, provide targeted interventions, and set measurable achievement goals.

• Serve as a mentor and advisor to a small cohort of students, supporting their social-emotional growth and college/career readiness.

• Community Partnership: Build proactive, trusting relationships with families and guardians; we believe student success is a collaborative effort between the island and the school.

• Professionalism & Culture: Contribute to a "continuous improvement" culture by seeking feedback, participating in PLCs, and maintaining active communication with all stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Studies Education or a related field.

• Licensure: Must hold or be eligible for a Wisconsin DPI License (e.g., 1701 Social Studies) covering the 5–12 or 4–12 grades.

• Note: Candidates with a "One-Year with Stipulations" license are encouraged to apply if they are on a path to full licensure.

• Experience: Successful classroom experience is required; experience in rural or small-school settings is highly preferred.

• Technical Proficiency: Ability to seamlessly integrate educational technology into daily instruction.

• Entrepreneurial Spirit: The ability to be resourceful, adapt to a fast-paced environment, and take a professional, solution-oriented approach to the unique challenges of island education.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to supervise students in various settings (classroom, field trips, outdoor spaces) to ensure constant safety.

• Readiness to work in a unique geographic location that requires a high degree of independence and community integration.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Washington Island School District is committed to equal employment opportunities (EEO). We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.