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DAYTON HISTORY

Living History Asst

Dayton, OH

$10.70/hr

The focus of the position is to provide Carillon Historical Park visitors with historical ... Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral ...

DAYTON HISTORY

Living History Asst

Dayton, OH

$10.70/hr

The focus of the position is to provide Carillon Historical Park visitors with historical ... Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral ...

The Pennington School

History Teacher

Pennington, NJ · On-site

$50K/yr

Upper School History Teacher The Pennington School is seeking a Teacher of Upper School History for ... Excellent written and oral communication skills * Willingness and desire to work in a collaborative ...

Southampton County Schools

US History

Courtland, VA

$48.20K - $69.72K/yr

US History Teacher Location: Southampton County Public Schools Salary: $48,200 - $69,718 Based on ... Excellent verbal and written skills for lecturing and collaborating with faculty. * Classroom ...

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How much do history writing jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for history writing in the United States is $63,171.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,500.00 and $70,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a History Writer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a History Writer, you need strong research skills, excellent analytical abilities, and a background in history or a related field, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with citation management tools, archival databases, and word processing software is typically required. Exceptional attention to detail, storytelling capability, and clear communication help history writers engage audiences and present complex information accurately. These competencies are crucial for producing credible, compelling historical content that informs, educates, and resonates with readers.

What types of sources do history writers commonly work with, and how do they verify their accuracy?

History writers typically work with a variety of primary and secondary sources, such as archival documents, letters, diaries, official records, academic journals, and previous historical analyses. Verifying the accuracy of these sources involves cross-referencing information, evaluating the credibility and context of each source, and consulting recognized experts or scholarly works. Collaborating with historians, archivists, or librarians is also common practice to ensure that interpretations are well-founded and factual. Attention to detail and critical thinking are essential skills in this process.

What is history writing?

History writing is the practice of researching, analyzing, and documenting past events, people, and societies. Historians use a variety of sources, such as documents, artifacts, and oral accounts, to create narratives and interpretations of the past. The goal is to provide context, understand causes and effects, and draw meaningful conclusions about how history shapes the present and future. History writing can take many forms, including books, articles, essays, and digital media.

What is the difference between History Writing vs History Researcher?

AspectHistory WritingHistory Researcher
Primary FocusCreating narratives, essays, and books based on historical dataGathering, analyzing, and interpreting historical data and sources
Required SkillsWriting, storytelling, historical knowledgeResearch methods, source analysis, critical thinking
Work EnvironmentAcademic, publishing, mediaArchives, libraries, research institutions
Common EmployersUniversities, publishers, media outletsHistorical societies, research institutes, universities

History Writing involves crafting narratives and presenting historical information to the public or academic audiences, while History Researcher focuses on collecting and analyzing sources to support historical understanding. Both roles require strong historical knowledge, but differ mainly in their primary activities and output.

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Infographic showing various History Writing job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% Internship, 70% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 3% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% In-person, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,171 per year, or $30.4 per hour.

History Instructor (Summer Session)

The Oliver Scholars Program, Inc.

New York, NY

$49.20K - $66.70K/yr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Job Title: History Instructor
Report To: Director of Academic Affairs
Department: Academic Affairs
Position Type: Full-time — Summer Season
FLSA: Exempt
Summary: Oliver Scholars seeks History instructors to plan and implement a US History curriculum for eighth-grade students and a US History Writing Seminar for ninth-grade students. The instructor’s primary objective is to prepare students to succeed academically at rigorous independent schools. Students should gain improved competency, skills, and habits of mind to excel. The instructor will assist the Admissions & Placement and Academic Affairs departments in defining expected curricular outcomes and track student progress. This position reports to the Director of Academic Affairs and is an excellent opportunity to experience various aspects of scholarship and youth development with an educational nonprofit organization.
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Organization Mission: Oliver Scholars prepares high-achieving students from underserved New York City communities for success at top independent schools and prestigious colleges.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
  • Teach in person from July to August 2026 and be available for office hours, study hall, faculty meetings, and parent-teacher meetings. The role entails 5 weeks at a day school in NYC and 1 week at a boarding school in MA, for which Oliver Scholars will provide transportation and room & board.
  • Perform co-curricular duties, including planning and supervising field trips, teaching non-credit electives, facilitating recreational activities, and supervising dormitories.
  • Use the Oliver Scholars course description and pedagogy to design a US History curriculum— including syllabus, lesson plans, assignments, readings, and tests/quizzes.
  • The instructor will teach and require using MLA writing format and citations. The instructor will also incorporate AI (e.g., ChatGPT) as a learning tool for students to appreciate that education is a process-oriented undertaking that entails struggle and analytical resources, not a product-oriented undertaking focused on neatly delivering an answer.
  • The eighth-grade course, titled Race and Resistance in the United States, will explore the history of dis/enfranchisement and social inclusion in the United States through the lens of critical race theory, psychology, Black feminism, and other fields informed by activist legacies. It will explore the moment race was created up to the 1960s Black/Brown/Yellow Power Movement. In surveying resistance and social movements, we ultimately ask ourselves how studying identity can help us understand our historical moment. What has shifted? What has largely remained the same? The course will address three questions:
  • How and why was race created?
  • How do race and its meanings shift from the mid-19th century to the mid-20th century?
  • What are our histories of liberation/resistance, and what might that teach us today?
  • The ninth-grade course, titled History Writing Seminar: Race and Justice in the United States, will teach research methods, research paper outline and format, and essay revision to scaffold students to use at least three sources to produce a 5-page research paper at the end of the summer using MLA format and citations. Students are free to choose a 20th or 21st-century topic of social, economic, or political significance relating to race and justice in the United States. The paper must answer the following questions:
  • Why is the topic worth discussing? What is the role of race? What is the injustice and what is the evidence for it? What was the genesis of resistance, and who led the call for justice? What obstacles thwarted achieving justice? Was justice achieved? What have we learned and/or gained from the resistance movement?
  • Write detailed Interim and Final Evaluation Reports.
  • Team with tutors, counselors, and Oliver Scholars leadership to instruct and support students
  • Attend a paid instructor orientation.
  • Attend weekly faculty meetings.
  • Participate in parent-teacher conferences.
  • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications.
  • A BA/BS degree from an accredited college or university; advanced degree preferred
  • Two or more years of teaching experience at the middle school or high school level
  • Two or more years of experience designing curriculum
  • Knowledge of independent schools preferred
  • Outstanding speaking, writing, and editing skills
  • Deep knowledge of the principles of teaching students
  • A mission-driven individual with a belief in and commitment to Oliver’s mission and values
  • A flexible, creative individual able to find alternative ways to connect with students
  • Emotionally mature with a good sense of humor and the flexibility and sensitivity to work with diverse personalities and situations
  • A hard worker with a high energy level; a “doer” with a willingness to work hands-on in developing and executing a variety of activities
  • A good listener who is comfortable receiving feedback
Desired Competencies
  • Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.
  • Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; willing to learn new techniques and procedures; Manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
  • Innovation & Initiative - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities.
  • Planning/Organizing & Project Management - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget.
  • Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Compensation: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Salary range: $8,034 to $10,506.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The Oliver Scholars Program, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is firmly committed to maintaining a work environment free from all forms of discrimination and harassment. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Oliver Scholars encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture, as we believe this best reflects the communities and students we serve.
Requirements
Two or more years of teaching experience at the middle school or high school level
Two or more years of experience designing curriculum
Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
Board away for one week out of state
At least 18 years old
Accept a background check to be performed
Minimum Bachelors Degree
Knowledge in: Speaking, writing and editing skills
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Knowledge in: Google Classroom
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Oliver Scholars Program, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is firmly committed to maintaining a work environment free from all forms of discrimination and harassment. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Oliver Scholars encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture, as we believe this best reflects the communities and students we serve.
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