social studies teacher
Jul 31, 2026 · ACS Athens (American Community Schools)
What you'll do
- Teach Social Studies, History, Geography, Political Science, or Economics in Middle or High School
- Promote critical thinking, global awareness, and civic responsibility through engaging lessons
- Utilize inquiry-based and interdisciplinary teaching strategies
- Integrate technology and data-driven instruction into the curriculum
- Facilitate debate, discussion-based instruction, and research projects
- Adapt to an international school environment
Key requirements
- Social Studies teaching across American or IB curricula
- History, Geography, Political Science, or Economics knowledge
- Critical thinking promotion and global awareness education
- Civic responsibility education and interdisciplinary teaching
- Technology integration and data-driven instruction
- Experience with research projects and inquiry-based teaching strategies
- History / Political Science / Geography / Social Studies Educationpreferred
Benefits
- An innovative learning community that values excellence, conscious citizenship, and student leadership.
- Professional development opportunities to support continuous growth.
- A collaborative and dynamic faculty team dedicated to educational best practices.
About the job
Department: Middle / High School
Status: Future Opportunities
ACS Athens is committed to academic excellence, innovation, and fostering a student-centered learning environment. We are seeking expressions of interest from experienced and passionate Social Studies Teachers who align with our mission and values. While there is no confirmed opening at this time, we are building a network of qualified educators to be considered for future opportunities.
Who Should Apply?
We invite applications from educators who:
- Have a strong background in teaching Social Studies, History, Geography, Political Science, or Economics within an American or IB curriculum.
- Promote critical thinking, global awareness, and civic responsibility through engaging lessons.
- Utilize inquiry-based and interdisciplinary teaching strategies to make learning relevant and meaningful.
- Are experienced in integrating technology, data-driven instruction, and real-world connections into the curriculum.
- Value student-centered learning, debate, discussion-based instruction, and research projects.
- Are adaptable and excited about working in an international school environment.
Qualifications & Requirements
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in History, Political Science, Geography, Social Studies Education, or a related field.
- A valid teaching license/certification from the country of origin.
- Experience teaching Social Studies at the Middle or High School level.
- Strong knowledge of civic engagement, international relations, and historical analysis.
- Familiarity with technology integration and project-based learning in Social Studies instruction.
- Experience in an international or multicultural school setting is a plus.
Why Join ACS Athens?
- An innovative learning community that values excellence, conscious citizenship, and student leadership.
- Professional development opportunities to support continuous growth.
- A collaborative and dynamic faculty team dedicated to educational best practices.
How to Apply
If you are interested in being considered for future opportunities, please complete this form and submit in English:
- Resume/CV;
- Cover letter, which should include a statement of how you connect to ACS Athens' mission;
- The contact information for three professional references;
- A brief self-introduction video (through Vimeo or any other supported video file) showcasing your professional background, key skills, and personal motivations for wanting to contribute to the mission and values of ACS Athens.
Applications will be kept on file for future reference. Should a position become available, we will reach out to selected candidates to proceed with the hiring process.
We look forward to connecting with exceptional educators who share our passion for inspiring and empowering students.

