Social Studies Teacher

Location
Burien
Workplace
On-site
Compensation
$59k – $113k

About this role

Job DetailsJob Location: 0252 John F Kennedy Memorial High School - Burien, WA 98168Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $59,320.00 - $112,590.00 Salary

SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER

FULL-TIME | 2026-2027

ABOUT KENNEDY CATHOLIC

Kennedy Catholic High School is a private Catholic high school located in Burien, Washington. It is the mission of Kennedy Catholic to cultivate a diverse community of learners who encounter Christ, pursue excellence, and lead with love.

JOB SUMMARY

To teach a combination of social studies classes offered in Grades 9-12 for the 2026-2027 school year, which may include dual credit classes through Seattle University’s Matteo Ricci Program.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Salary is dependent upon experience, certification, and education according to Kennedy Catholic’s faculty compensation schedule. For the 2024-2025 school year, a teacher’s salary ranges between $59,320and $112,590.

Medical, dental, and life insurance through the Archdiocese of Seattle

Participation in the Archdiocesan defined contribution program and voluntary
403b program

In-building child/dependent tuition support

Opportunities to participate/assist with a wide array of co-curricular programs, including athletics, arts, campus ministry, and other clubs and activities for additional modest stipends

TO APPLY

Visit the Office of Catholic Schools website at: https://www.applitrack.com/seattlearch/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1

Email cover letter and resume to [email protected]

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled

QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in history or an adjacent field

Master’s degree in the specific content area or a related field

Washington State Teaching Credential (or ability to obtain one)

Familiarity with educational technology

Recent classroom experience, preferably in a high school setting

The ideal candidate will possess the skills and abilities to:

Work with students from a variety of cultural backgrounds and learning abilities

Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners

Effectively utilize educational technology to enhance the learning of students

Use data to inform instructional practices

Work collaboratively within the department on curriculum and assessments

Be flexible and resourceful

Be organized and an effective communicator with all members of the school community

Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications.

Benefits: Eligible positions receive a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation and holidays.

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Top Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Defined Contribution Program
  • 403b Program
  • Child/Dependent Tuition Support
  • Co-curricular Stipends
  • Vision Insurance
  • Accidental Death and Disability Insurance
  • Long Term Disability
  • Pension
  • HSA
  • FSA
  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation
  • Holidays