ABOUT US

For more than 100 years, Rockhurst High School has been a place where boys become young men, with minds, bodies and souls prepared for the challenges of college and life beyond. Rockhurst challenges students with a rigorous academic program in the classical Jesuit tradition. We offer great benefits and competitive wages.

PURPOSE

We are seeking a career-minded individual to teach Social Studies, starting in August of 2026. The ideal candidate will be a certified teacher with a demonstrated ability to teach in a college preparatory environment.  The teacher will work in a structured and collaborative environment with other faculty members who are committed to the formation of each student according to the principles of the Grad at Grad:  Open to Growth, Intellectually Competent, Religious, Committed to Doing Justice, and Loving. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and teach five sections of Social Studies, likely with two preps. (Core Social Studies courses include Human Geography, Modern World History, Us History, and US Government.)
• Collaborate with department and school colleagues in the ongoing curriculum design and review process
• Communicate regularly with students, parents, school counselors, and administrators about student progress
• Participate actively in the school’s co-curricular and spiritual activities
• All other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in History or related field (Master's preferred)
• Previous Social Studies teaching experience, which ideally includes AP and/or dual credit teaching experience
• Clear understanding of and commitment to Rockhurst High School’s mission
• Student-focused approach to learning, which includes a desire to build positive relationships that are characterized by mutual respect and trust
• Strong understanding of current educational theory and practice
• Ability to incorporate a range of instructional approaches, including discussion-based, project-based, and inquiry-based approaches
• Experience with a range of educational technologies

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand, sit and move around the classroom and building.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Suffifient vision, hearing, and manual dexterity to use computers, phones and office equpment and to participate in meetings and student interactions. 
• Ability to communicate clearly in person, in writing, and in group presentations.
• Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends for school events, student or parent programs. 

HOW TO APPLY:

Please send cover letter, resume and completed Teaching Application to Mike Wickenhauser, Assistant Principal for Academics to hr@rockhursths.edu.

Rockhurst High School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.