Middle School Humanities Teacher

Job overview

The Middle School Humanities Teacher is an onsite, full-time position in Oakland, CA, for the 2026–27 school year. The role follows a 10-month, 190-day work year, with common building hours of 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, and 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Wednesday; occasional evening events are listed. The salary range is $61,500–$105,000 per year. Lighthouse Community Public Schools’ mission is to prepare diverse students for college, careers of their choice, and lifelong community change-making. The teacher delivers student-centered humanities instruction and supports students’ academic growth, belonging, and development. Through rigorous curriculum, assessment, advisory, and family partnerships, the role contributes to the school’s goal of strong outcomes and educational opportunity for traditionally underserved students.

What you'll do

• Teach multiple middle school Humanities sections and possibly an elective
• lead a daily Crew/advisory
• perform yard supervision up to twice weekly and teach guided study hall or designated ELD as assigned
• plan and implement standards-based curriculum
• differentiate instruction
• use formative and summative assessments and analyze student data
• build an inclusive, supportive classroom culture and family partnerships
• participate in professional development and follow school and legal policies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

middle school humanities teacher

full-time

oakland ca

lighthouse community public schools

humanities

student-centered learning

crew advisory

california teaching credential

$61,500–$105,000

10-month school year

190 days

educational justice

health coverage

retirement match

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive salary and benefits package including employee health coverage, dependent health coverage at 50%, 8% employer retirement match, medical and dependent FSAs, Employee Assistance Program, life insurance, optional 403(b), and other optional insurance benefits.

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree, appropriate California teaching credential or verified ability to acquire one, and a Certificate of Clearance. The posting lists a 10-month, 190-day year and occasional evening school events.

About the employer

Lighthouse Community Public Schools is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.