Middle / Upper School Social Studies Teacher

Visitation School is an independent Catholic school located in Mendota Heights, Minnesota. We educate boys and girls from Montessori PreK through grade 5 and all girls in grades six to twelve. Rooted in the spiritual tradition of St. Francis de Sales and St. Jane de Chantal, Visitation provides a faith-centered education that emphasizes academic excellence, leadership development, and the formation of the whole person.

Visitation School seeks a full-time (.80-1.0 FTE) Social Studies Teacher (grades 6-12) beginning August 2026.   

The ideal candidate for this role:

• Is a lifelong learner who is passionate about the educational experiences of high school girls.
• Is current and competent in the theories and pedagogy of Social Studies instruction, focusing on a constructivist approach and skills-based assessment
• Enjoys collaborating with students and colleagues in and beyond the Social Studies Department.
• Possesses strong communication skills.
• Has the ability and energy to create an engaging and developmentally appropriate environment where students are known, loved, and challenged to be their best selves in and outside of the classroom.
• Supports the mission of Visitation School and models “Salesian Spirituality,” which reflects gentle strength, dignity, patience and Christian humanism.

This posting is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not a comprehensive list of all job responsibilities. 

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in a history-related field 

A minimum of three years of teaching experience

Preferred:

A Master’s degree in related field with teaching experience in an independent school, and knowledge of AP curricula is preferred

Qualified candidates are asked to send a letter of interest and resume, including three references to recruitment@vischool.org.  Application materials should be submitted by May 28, 2026, for full consideration to recruitment@vischool.org.