Credential : Social Science

Grade : Middle (6th-8th)

2025-2026 African American Identity Development Teacher pool position. Please apply if you hold a Social Science Credential or are interested in pursuing one. Apply here to be considered for positions across SFUSD. SFUSD is seeking instructors for the elective course, "Mastering Our Cultural Identity: African American Identity" This course sits at the intersection of contemporary youth culture and media, historical data and the latest research in psychology and positive thinking. The course supports students as they explore the concept of cultural identity options, learn how successful individuals have managed their emotions and channeled their personal will to develop a positive sense of purpose in their roles in family and community. Cultural identity is a key point of intervention for African American boys and young men, and Mastering Our Cultural Identity focuses on creating opportunities that allow our students to make conscious, positive identity choices, thus better supporting academic trajectories, school engagement, and college and industry preparation for success during and after high school. The ideal candidate for this position will have historical knowledge of African American history or training in Afrocentric studies.

Minimum Qualifications

SFUSD requires all teachers to hold or be pursuing a valid California teaching credential and an English Learner or Bilingual Authorization.

25-26 MS African American Identity Development Teacher