Spartanburg Day School is a nationally recognized, nonsectarian independent school enrolling approximately 600 students from 2k through grade 12. Founded in 1957 as the first independent school in Upstate South Carolina, Spartanburg Day School has provided an unparalleled educational experience for 69 years. Our unique community offers a vast array of academic and co-curricular options, all set within a charming and rapidly growing college town in the heart of the South Carolina Upstate.

Spartanburg Day School is currently seeking a Middle School History teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will be passionate about working with students in 7th to 8th grade to bring history to life and to inspire the students to make the connections between historical events and our world today.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 

• Teach comprehensive U.S. history (Colonial to Modern) using primary and secondary sources to develop students' critical thinking, research, and analytical skills.
• Create dynamic, technology-enhanced learning activities—including debates, simulations, and interactive projects—while differentiating instruction to support diverse learners and specific accommodation plans.
• Foster an inclusive, positive environment that encourages curiosity, respectful dialogue, and diverse perspectives on complex historical events and figures.
• Evaluate student progress through varied assessments (essays, projects, participation), maintain accurate records, and consistently communicate growth with families.
• Actively contribute to the broader school community by collaborating with staff, serving as a student advisor, and participating in school activities (coaching a sport is highly encouraged).

KEY STRENGTHS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in History, Social Sciences, or Education required (Master’s degree and State Teaching License preferred).
• Proven track record teaching history, with a preference for middle school and independent school environments.
• Deep understanding of best practices for challenging, supporting, and inspiring middle school students both academically and personally.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to create a positive, growth-oriented learning environment.
• Exceptional ability to connect and collaborate meaningfully with students, families, and colleagues.
• Genuine passion for the school community, including an interest in coaching sports or leading extracurricular clubs.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and three professional references to careers@sdsgriffin.org  

*Salary will commensurate with education and experience  

Spartanburg Day School is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status.  

About Spartanburg Day School

Spartanburg Day School is a nationally recognized, nonsectarian independent school enrolling approximately 600 students from 2k through grade 12. Founded in 1957 as the first independent school in Upstate South Carolina, Spartanburg Day School has provided an unparalleled educational experience for 69 years. Our unique community offers a vast array of academic and co-curricular options, all set within a charming and rapidly growing college town in the heart of the South Carolina Upstate. As a newcomer to the Spartanburg area, especially if you are moving from bigger cosmopolitan cities, the small-town feel may surprise you, but it is the ‘small town feel’ that attracts many people to relocate to the area. Spartanburg is laid back, friendly, walkable, community-oriented, and infused with nature. It is a great place to live, work, and raise a family. Downtown Spartanburg has seen a revitalization in the past decade. There is a flurry of activity happening in downtown Spartanburg in the past couple of years. This includes new businesses, new residential projects, public infrastructure developments, special events, and future development plans. With these redevelopments, Spartanb...urg has blossomed into an amazing city filled with community events and exciting things to do. Schools, business sectors, healthcare, shopping, a new baseball stadium with their own team, and dining –Spartanburg has it all.

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