Job Description
Position Title: ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, & Specialist Position Location: Penn Wood Middle School Bargaining Unit: William Penn Educational Association - 10 months Effective Date: 4/28/26 Job description last updated: 4/28/26 Position Summary: The ideal candidate will support the District's mission and vision and have the primary responsibility to plan and deliver developmentally appropriate lessons that meet state-mandated standards. The Middle Level Social Studies curriculum is interdisciplinary and includes, but is not limited to: civics and government, history, geography, and aspects of social organization. The teacher will foster student understanding of individual rights and responsibilities, civic engagement, historical inquiry, geographic literacy, and cultural awareness to prepare students to be informed and active citizens. District Summary The William Penn School District is located in southeastern Delaware County and serves approximately 5,000 students residing in the Boroughs of Aldan, Colwyn, Darby, East Lansdowne, Lansdowne, and Yeadon. We share a collective vision to educate, nurture, and empower all students to become career and/or college-ready. Key Responsibilities & Essential Duties: Develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards and district curriculum for grades 6-9 Teach core social studies content, including civics and government, U.S. and world history, geography, and social/cultural studies. Encourage analytical thinking, debate, and the use of primary/secondary sources to investigate past and present events. Promote understanding of civic responsibility and the roles of individuals in government and society. Regularly monitor and maintain stud