Social Studies Teacher

Mission: Lutheran East prepares and equips students to excel in service, leadership, and 

learning while living as Disciples who are rooted and grounded in the love of Christ. 

High School Social Studies Teacher

Lutheran High School East (Cleveland Heights, OH) is seeking a full-time high school Social Studies instructor for the 2026-27 school year. Applicants should hold a four-year degree in education/Social Studies, with the specific ability to teach high school Social Studies. A potential candidate must also have the ability to fulfill the faculty expectations listed in detail below. Lutheran East offers competitive compensation packages including benefits (health care, retirement, and disability). Interested candidates should inquire and/or submit a resume to Matt Luecke, Principal & Head of School, [email protected]. 

Spiritual Leadership

• Actively involved in chapel and other forms of worship and service
• When appropriate, take opportunities to pray with and mentor students 
• Model appropriate Christian attitude, language, and behavior with students, families, and other school employees 

Discipline/Rules

• Maintain accurate attendance records
• School Dress Code enforcement 
• Hold students accountable for proper discipline inside and outside of class
• Communicate discipline issues appropriately with administration and parents

Classroom Responsibilities

• Prepare engaging lesson plans that challenge students individually on a daily basis
• Integrate technology into lesson plans in a way that increases learning for students 
• Differentiate instruction to maximize student learning
• Regularly grade assignments and return to students for feedback
• Utilize a variety of teaching methods to enhance student learning 
• Clearly state classroom policies and expectations and follow through on them 
• Properly prepare for faculty absence with appropriate lesson plans and seating charts

Year-to-Year Responsibilities

• Update curriculum as needed
• File mandated service hours
• Attend mandatory admissions, recruitment, and community events 

Communication Responsibilities

• Regularly maintain gradebook
• Call, email, or speak face-to-face with parents about academic, social, or spiritual concerns and document the contact in student SIS
• Weekly positive contacts logged in student SIS
• Communicate student concerns with Administration 
• Communicate student safety concerns with administration & appropriate state/governmental agencies 

Social Studies Department

• Holds a four-year bachelor’s degree in teaching and social studies - 7-12 education is preferred
• Able to teach various levels of social studies
• Differentiates instruction for learners of all types
• Integrates technology into daily instruction and lesson plans

Salary: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year, based on experience and degrees

Benefits: 401(k), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Vision insurance, Paid Time Off

Schedule: Traditional School Calendar, August through late May. 

Teacher Hours: 7:45 AM to 3:45 PM

Education: Bachelor’s Degree (minimum)

License:  Must hold, or be able to hold, a valid teaching license issued by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce

Background Check:  Must be able to pass an FBI & BCI background check

Work Location: in-person, 3565 Mayfield Road, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118