High School Social Studies Teacher

Job Overview

Join Our Family. Find Your Calling.

Wahlert Catholic High School in Dubuque, Iowa, is seeking a Social Studies Teacher to join our family! This full-time position begins in the 2025-2026 school year.

Teaching at a Catholic school is more than just a job - it's a calling. For our teachers, every day represents an opportunity for new levels of excellence. Through individual mentorship and a personalized approach to meeting the needs of every child, our faculty are deeply invested in their students' success in school but also in life as ethical, well-rounded and engaged citizens. They do this through a personal witness to faith and servant leadership.

About the Position:

The Social Studies Teacher will develop students' knowledge and understanding of world cultures and cultural evolution; develop skills in research of social orders; and develop an understanding of the existence and importance of geographical, historical, cultural and political factors that influence the development of world societies, socio-economic systems and political systems, as well as their inter-relationship and interdependence.

Qualifications:

• Certified to teach high school social studies in Iowa (or can become certified)
• Passion for fostering a deep understanding of historical events, trends, and their impact on the present and future.

Why Choose Holy Family?

We offer a competitive first year teacher salary of $50,000, plus the following benefits:

• 401k Match - 3% match on 6% employee contribution
• K-12 Tuition Remission
• Childcare Discounts
• Health, Vision and Dental plans
• Employer Paid Life-Insurance and Long-term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• ALL first year teachers have experienced mentors for guidance and support!
• Innovative programming including personalized learning
• A supportive community of faculty, staff and parents
• The ability to integrate your faith into your work

To Apply:

Interested candidates must submit an application online at: https://www.applitrack.com/hfdbq/onlineapp/

To learn more about Holy Family Catholic Schools: www.holyfamilydbq.org