The School District of Beloit is seeking a Social Studies teacher for Beloit Memorial High School - (Grades 9-12). This is a permanent/full time position based on a 192 day contract. Candidates must hold, or be able to obtain, one or more Wisconsin social studies licenses. Licensure areas may include: #1725 History (highly desired), #2700 Social Studies (Grades 4-12), #1700 Social Studies, #1701 Broadfield Social Studies, #1735 Political Science, #1715 Geography, #1710 Economics, #1740 Psychology, #1745 Sociology .. Experience with high school age students preferred. Candidate should be passionate about preparing high school students to be successful in the future. Candidate will join a strong, dynamic team of dedicated professional educators focused on continuous improvement. Minority and bilingual speaking candidates are encouraged to apply. Coaching positions are available. Salary offers are based on education/experience. Start date: 8/23/24
QualificationsDegree: Bachelor
LicensesEconomics
Geography
History
Political Science
Psychology
Social Studies
Sociology
Salary/WageSalary offers are based on education/experience
Terms/Schedule192 day contract
We invite you to explore the career opportunities at the School District of Beloit. We are a diverse and dynamic District with more than 5,600 students. Our mission, values, and goals support the academic success of our students. Our dedicated and talented teachers, administration, and staff reinforce and encourage high academic expectations, quality instructional practices, viable curriculum, student engagement, and an emphasis on 21st Century Learning that highlights critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication.
At the School District of Beloit, we are committed and strengthened by our Diversity (honoring our human differences); Equity (removing barriers and providing support for individuals to achieve their greatest potential); and Inclusion (ensuring each and every one belongs).
Our District includes an early childhood program; six elementary schools, 4K through third grade; four intermediate schools, fourth through eighth grade; one traditional high school with an Academy Model; and one alternative high school.
Located in southern Wisconsin and bordering northern Illinois, Beloit’s best assets include a beautiful riverfront; charming downtown full of shops, hotels and restaurants; the internationally renowned Beloit College; the Beloit International Film Festival; miles of hiking and bike trails; interesting museums; and, of course, the School District of Beloit. This town of 37,000 is also the headquarters for several national and international companies including Hendricks Commercial Properties, ABC Supply, Kerry Americas, Rakuten, and PlayMonster.
The School District of Beloit provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.