Job Description
Teachers needed in the SACRAMENTO area
We are hiring for a Social Studies/Writing Instructor
READ Academy of Sacramento is a specialized, small-school environment serving bright students who learn differently—many with dyslexia and related language-based learning differences. We provide explicit, structured instruction that builds confident readers, writers, and critical thinkers.
We are seeking a Social Studies/Writing Instructor who loves content, loves teaching social studies and writing, and can deliver clear, scaffolded instruction in a supportive, mission-driven setting.
Position Overview
The Social Studies & Writing Instructor teaches engaging, standards-aligned social studies content while explicitly teaching writing skills (sentence structure, paragraphing, organization, revision, and evidence-based responses). The ideal candidate understands that writing is a taught skill and is comfortable using structured routines, models, and feedback cycles to help students grow.
Responsibilities
• Teach Social Studies courses (grade level(s) based on experience and scheduling needs)
• Teach writing as an embedded component of instruction (historical writing, argument, research-based responses, and informative/explanatory writing)
• Provide explicit instruction and scaffolds (guided notes, organizers, sentence frames, models, chunked tasks)
• Differentiate instruction for students with language-based learning differences
• Use formative assessment to drive instruction and provide timely feedback
• Communicate consistently and professionally with families and colleagues
• Maintain accurate grading, documentation, and student support notes
• Participate in staff collaboration, professional learning, and school events as scheduled
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree (required)
• Experience teaching Social Studies and/or Writing (elementary, middle school and high school)
• Strong understanding of writing instruction (planning → drafting → revising/editing) and how to teach it explicitly
• Ability to create an organized, structured classroom environment with clear expectations
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience teaching students with dyslexia, ADHD, dysgraphia, or other learning differences
• Familiarity with structured literacy principles (or willingness to be trained)
• Experience with small-group instruction and/or individualized supports
• Comfort teaching research skills and source-based writing (citations, note-taking, outlining)
Why READ Academy
• Small class sizes and a highly supportive team
• Mission-driven work that changes students’ academic trajectories
• Professional development in evidence-based instructional practices
• A school culture that values clarity, structure, and student dignity
Schedule & Compensation
• Position are based on a Monday - Thursday 8:00-4:00 pm schedule.
• In-service days are the 1st Friday of each month.
• Additional hours are available within the tutoring department.
How to Apply
Submit a resume and brief cover letter describing your experience teaching Social Studies and writing, and why you’re interested in working in a specialized school setting.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
Education:
• Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
• Teaching: 2 years (Required)
• History or Social Studies: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person