Job Description
Centner Academy seeks an innovative High School Economics Teacher to engage students in real-world economic principles through an entrepreneurial and inquiry-based approach. The ideal candidate will integrate financial literacy, economic simulations, and technology-driven instruction to enhance student learning.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement rigorous, engaging lesson plans in Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, and Personal Finance, incorporating real-world applications and case studies.
- Foster a collaborative and inquiry-driven classroom where students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and financial literacy skills.
- Use a variety of teaching methods and resources, including technology, to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Evaluate and monitor student progress through assignments, projects, quizzes, and exams.
- Provide feedback and support to students to help them improve academically and personally.
- Stay informed on economic trends and integrate current events, financial literacy, and market analysis into instruction.
- Collaborate with other faculty members and participate in staff meetings and professional development.
- Encourage critical thinking and problem-solving through discussions, case studies, and current events.
- Support school-wide events, extracurricular activities, and initiatives as needed.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Education, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- Teaching certification for the state/region (or willingness to obtain certification).
- Deep knowledge of Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, and Personal Finance with real-world applications.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Passion for teaching and mentoring students.
- Ability to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience teaching economics at the high school level.
- Familiarity with financial literacy and its integration into an economics curriculum.
- Proficiency in using educational technology and tools.
- Strong classroom management skills.
Work Environment:
- Dynamic classroom environment emphasizing project-based learning, real-world economic simulations, and cross-curricular collaboration.
- Teachers are expected to actively engage in school events, student mentorship, and professional development.
To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and professional references (including full contact information) as part of your application. Compensation is competitive and based on experience. This is a year-round position. Staff training often occurs in summer months.
Centner Academy is an equal opportunity employer. We believe every employee has the right to work in an environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is the policy of the school that employment decisions for all applicants and employees will be made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, disability, or other characteristics protected under local, state, or federal law. No employee will be retaliated against for raising concerns under this policy. We seek each employee’s contribution and assistance in helping us maintain equal employment opportunity.
