High School History Teacher Job at Quest Forward High School, Nebraska

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  • Quest Forward High School
  • Nebraska

Job Description

About Quest Forward High School 

Quest Forward High School (QFHS) Omaha is a private, college-preparatory high school that empowers students with the skills, knowledge, and mindset needed for success in college, careers, and life. Established in 2017, the school offers small class sizes, personalized learning, and a unique curriculum focused on critical thinking, digital creativity, and service leadership. With its College Admissions Advantage (CAA) program and hands-on career exploration, QFHS Omaha provides a supportive and engaging environment where students take ownership of their learning and future success. As part of Opportunity Education (), QFHS Omaha aims to set a model for schools nationwide.

About The Role: High School History Teacher

The History Teacher will play a vital role in leading a dynamic and inquiry-driven social studies program that fosters critical thinking, civic engagement, and a deep understanding of historical and contemporary issues. Your role will involve delivering high-quality instruction, designing and facilitating engaging discussions, collaborating with colleagues to align curriculum and instructional practices, leveraging student data for continuous improvement, and helping students develop the analytical and communication skills essential for future careers and academic pursuits.

Reporting to the school director, with regular coaching from the schools Associate Director, Teaching & Learning, the History Teacher will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, collaborating with colleagues to align curriculum and instructional practices, leveraging student data for continuous improvement, and helping students develop the skills and confidence needed for success in high school and beyond. This role is ideal for an educator who is deeply knowledgeable in social studies, skilled in engaging students of diverse backgrounds, and excited about being part of an innovative school model that prioritizes academic excellence, student agency, and college readiness.

Responsibilities

As a dynamic and growing organization, responsibilities will evolve; however, core areas of focus include:

Instruction Delivery & Curriculum Development (65%)

  • Deliver engaging and rigorous instruction in alignment with state standards, college readiness assessments,  and school priorities.

  • Utilize a variety of instructional strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners, including hands-on activities, project-based learning, and technology integration.

  • Regularly assess student progress using a combination of formative and summative assessments to guide instruction.

Student Engagement & Support (20%)

  • Build strong relationships with students, fostering a culture of high expectations, accountability, and support.

  • Serve as an Advisory teacher, mentoring a small group of students in academic and personal growth for their entire middle school experience at Quest Forward.

  • Differentiate instruction and provide targeted interventions to ensure all students succeed.

  • Contribute to the development of a strong school culture within the school through tutoring, clubs, or extracurricular opportunities.

Collaboration & Professional Growth (10%)

  • Participate in school-wide professional development to continuously refine instructional practice, including regular data and assessment reflection cycles.
  • Engage in feedback cycles with the Associate Director of Teaching and Learning to improve teaching effectiveness.

Family & Community Engagement (5%)

  • Communicate regularly with families about student progress, celebrating successes and addressing challenges proactively

  • Participate in school events, family conferences, and outreach efforts to build strong relationships with families and the community

Ideal Candidate Experiences

  • 3+ years of teaching experience; s trong track record of student achievement 

  • Experience designing and implementing differentiated instruction to meet the needs of students of varying levels

  • Proven academic growth for students below grade level with interventions

  • Experience integrating technology into humanities instruction, particularly to enhance student engagement 

Ideal Candidate Traits

  • Deep belief in all students’ potential and a commitment to holding high academic and behavioral expectations

  • A growth mindset, constantly seeking to refine and improve instructional practice

  • Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues

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