129 History jobs in the United States

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach courses in accordance with the schedule of classes and follow the approved course descriptions and syllabi established by the Division faculty and administered by the associate dean/director.
• Teaching assignments may be on one or more of the college's campuses or off-site locations and may include evening and weekend programs. Collin College is not hiring for on-line instruction at this time.
• May include Dual Credit courses.

Supplemental Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures and core values.

Physical Demands, Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Positions in this class typically include talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions, plus stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching. Relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Office environment. Little physical effort required.

Requirements
Master's degree from an accredited institution. Academic preparation in teaching field to include eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in the discipline to be taught.
Teaching experience is desired.

**This position is Security Sensitive, therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.**

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job as duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Collin College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made by Collin College in its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Per Adjunct Faculty and CE Instructor Rates

Job Description

Job Announcement - High School History Teacher Position

Quitman County School District is excited to announce an opening for the position of High School History Teacher. We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated educator to join our team.

Position: High School School History Teacher

Location: Quitman County High School, Georgetown, Ga

Type: Full-time

Responsibilities:

1. Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and effective lessons to high school students.

2. Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student participation and critical thinking.

3. Utilize a variety of instructional methods and resources to accommodate diverse learning styles.

4. Assess and evaluate student progress, providing timely and constructive feedback.

5. Collaborate with colleagues to develop and implement interdisciplinary projects and activities.

6. Stay current with advancements in History education and integrate real-world applications into the curriculum.

7. Participate in parent-teacher conferences and maintain open communication with parents/guardians.

8. Supervise and support student activities, such as debate club.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.

2. Demonstrated passion for and expertise in teaching History subjects.

3. Strong classroom management and organizational skills.

4. Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.

5. Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.

We look forward to welcoming a passionate and dedicated High School History Teacher to our academic community.

Job Description

Description:

Provide high-quality instruction to students and work collaboratively with the school leader, colleagues, students, parents and the board to accomplish or surpass the academy's articulated educational goals. Work as a collaborative team member to implement the academy curriculum and accomplish short- and long-term academic goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning; develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure; enforce the academy's student discipline code; collaborate in the implementation of initiatives such as school-wide behavior management systems.
• Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs and goals of students; establish clear objectives for all lessons and units; ensure that lessons -- as planned, delivered, and assessed -- are aligned with state curriculum and school-wide curriculum standards.
• Develop lesson plans and submit them for review and feedback as scheduled; work cooperatively with the academy's instructional coach to learn from feedback and improve the quality of instruction. Participate in ongoing analysis and
• planning to ensure that the school's curriculum remains aligned to state standards.
• Collaborate with special education staff to implement, to the greatest extent possible, an inclusive approach to students with special needs. Remain aware of student needs; participate in child study teams or individualized education planning; implement accommodations and modifications as indicated in student IEP's; seek advice and counsel from student support services areas when needed to ensure that all students are fully served.
• Collaborate with other staff, as necessary, to implement grant-funded programming to accelerate learning for students with a variety of needs including special education, at-risk, limited English proficient students and others, to bring them to grade level proficiency.
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required; maintain the confidentiality of student records and student information. Complete any documentation necessary for the academy to be in compliance with regulatory requirements, such as time and effort reporting.
• Communicate with parents and make provisions for being available outside normal hours; work with parents to encourage participation in their child’s learning experiences; provide regular communication to parents regarding their children’s performance.
• Maintain professional competence via conferences, mentoring, involvement in professional organizations, continuing coursework, etc. Complete all coursework and other requirements necessary to maintain teaching credentials and "highly qualified" status, as required by the teacher's assignment.
• Inform the school leader of needed instructional resources. Serve as an active member of teams such as grade-level, school-wide planning, school improvement or other areas of focus.
• May participate in extracurricular activities such as coaching, clubs, student government, tutoring, enrichment activities, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

• State teacher licensure/certification with appropriate endorsements(s).
• Bachelor’s degree with subject area emphasis and/or coursework and/or experience necessary to be deemed "highly qualified" for the grade/subjects to be taught. (Will consider non-certified applicants with a degree in the subject area to be taught; would be required to complete a plan of action to become "highly qualified" within a prescribed period of time.)
• Demonstrated commitment to young people’s learning success and achievement.
• Demonstrated proficiency in a teaching/tutoring capacity as acquired through prior experience in tutoring, teaching or other education-related experience; evidence of successful experience in student and parent relations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach courses in accordance with the schedule of classes and follow the approved course descriptions and syllabi established by the Division faculty and administered by the associate dean/director.
• Teaching assignments may be on one or more of the college's campuses or off-site locations and may include evening and weekend programs. Collin College is not hiring for on-line instruction at this time.
• May include Dual Credit courses.

Supplemental Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Perform all duties and maintain all standards in accordance with college policies, procedures and core values.

Physical Demands, Working Conditions and Physical Effort
Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Positions in this class typically include talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions, plus stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching. Relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Office environment. Little physical effort required.

Requirements

Masters degree in Art History or a Masters degree in the discipline/qualifying field with at least 18 graduate hours in Art History.

Teaching experience is desired.

**This position is Security Sensitive, therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.**

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job as duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Collin College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made by Collin College in its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE TO APPLICANTS:
ALL applicants (internal and external) applying for faculty positions MUST attach a copy of their qualifying transcripts. Faculty applications that do not have the appropriate transcripts attached will be deemed incomplete and will not be considered.

Please note, our part-time faculty positions are posted based on anticipated need and student enrollment. This position may remain open during the academic year. If the division has a need for additional part-time faculty for a future assignment and you are selected to continue to the next phase of the hiring process, you will be contacted directly by the Associate Dean to schedule an interview.

Per Adjunct Faculty and CE Instructor Rates

• Teach undergraduate courses in History, adhering to departmental guidelines.
• Develop and update course syllabi, learning objectives, and assignments.
• Deliver engaging lectures and facilitate dynamic classroom discussions.
• Assess student learning through exams, papers, and other assignments.
• Provide constructive feedback to students on their academic progress.
• Hold regular office hours to support student inquiries and academic guidance.
• Maintain accurate records of student attendance and grades.
• Stay current in your field of historical expertise and pedagogical best practices.
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Uphold the academic standards and mission of the university.
• Utilize university learning management systems effectively.

Job Details

Job Location: Main Campus - Edmond, OK

Position Type: Faculty

Job Category: OTRS Classified

Position Overview:

Teaches, advises and mentors students, evaluates student performance, and maintains department and student records in accordance with university policies. Adheres to the educational philosophy of the university. Works in a collaborative manner with colleagues and professional peers. Participates in university meetings that relate specifically to faculty. Serves on department, college, and university committees as requested. Prepares departmental reports as requested. Engages in teaching, service, and scholarly and/or creative activities as defined by the tenure and promotion policy in the UCO Employee and Faculty Handbook. Teaching, research, departmental/school and university service is expected. This position is full-time, tenure-track position.

College/Department Overview:

The College of Liberal Arts currently has 113 full-time and 152 part-time faculty in 8 academic departments. The College serves the University's Core Curriculum programs and enrolls more than 2,850 undergraduate students and more than 300 graduate students in 34 undergraduate and 17 graduate majors. For further information see our website at:

The Department of History and Geography at the University of Central Oklahoma invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in history and history education to begin August 2026.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach a 3:3 load in the graduate and undergraduate curricula, as well as direct the departments history education program, which includes administrative duties, assessment, and accreditation.

Teaching responsibilities include HIST 4803, Social Studies Methods, as well as the History Education Capstone. In addition, the successful candidate will contribute to the departments core survey offerings in US and/or world history.

Experience Required:

Teaching, research, departmental/school and university service is expected. An earned doctorate degree awarded by a regionally accredited or internationally recognized institution in the field specified in the position announcement (exceptions require Academic Affairs approval). **NOTE** If the doctorate is not obtained and submitted by the time of employment, the position rank will change to TT-Instructor.

An earned Ph.D. in History required by time of appointment. A minimum of 3 years teaching experience in a K-12 setting is required for this position.

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Application Materials: Online faculty application with cover letter discussing research interests and teaching excellence, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and transcripts to:

Review of applications will begin September 29, 2025. For more information about the University of Central Oklahoma, please visit

Contact: Michelle Brym, Search Committee Chair, or .

• Develop and deliver engaging, standards-aligned lesson plans for high school history courses (e.g., US History, World History, Government).
• Utilize a learning management system (LMS) and other digital tools to facilitate interactive online instruction.
• Assess student progress through various methods, including online quizzes, assignments, projects, and discussions.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students on their academic work.
• Foster a positive and inclusive online learning community that encourages student participation and critical thinking.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and administration regarding student performance and academic progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop curriculum, share best practices, and improve online teaching strategies.
• Maintain accurate student records and progress reports.
• Stay current with educational technology and online teaching methodologies.
• Attend virtual professional development sessions and faculty meetings.
• Support students in developing essential research, writing, and analytical skills.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in History, Education, or a related field.
• Valid State Teaching License/Certification with an endorsement in Secondary Education (History).
• Minimum of 3 years of successful teaching experience at the high school level.
• Proven experience or aptitude for teaching in an online or blended learning environment.
• Proficiency with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle) and educational technology tools.
• Strong understanding of curriculum development and assessment design.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work independently in a remote setting.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and motivate diverse student populations.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for teaching history.

• Develop and deliver engaging online history curriculum for high school students.
• Create and implement interactive lesson plans and instructional materials.
• Facilitate synchronous and asynchronous virtual classroom sessions.
• Assess student learning through various evaluation methods.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students on assignments and progress.
• Maintain open and effective communication with students, parents, and school administration.
• Utilize learning management systems (LMS) and educational technologies effectively.
• Foster a positive and inclusive online learning environment.
• Stay updated on curriculum standards and best practices in online education.
• Collaborate with other educators to share resources and improve instructional strategies.
• Encourage critical thinking and analytical skills related to historical events.

• Bachelor's degree in History, Education, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Valid teaching certification/license in History for secondary education.
• Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience at the high school level.
• Proven experience with online teaching platforms and learning management systems (LMS).
• Strong understanding of historical content and effective teaching methodologies.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Proficiency with educational technology tools and multimedia resources.
• A passion for teaching and fostering student engagement.