What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Social Studies position at Delaware Schools Consortium?
Position Type :
Middle School / Social Studies
Date Posted : 2 / 1 / 2024
Location :
East Side Charter School
High-Needs School)
Date Available : District :
East Side Charter School
JOB TITLE : Teacher
REPORTS TO : Principal
LOCATION : Wilmington, DE 19802
JOB GOAL : EastSide teachers will play an essential role in the growth and development of each of our students. All of our students come from underrepresented ethnic groups and many are performing several grade levels below their current grade level. Our teachers own the responsibility to plan, instruct, assess, lead, mentor, and guide each of our students to academic success overcoming all hurdles and obstacles to ensuring academic success. EastSide teachers are responsible for the successful design, development, and implementation of academic lessons, working with other teachers and staff to analyze, assess, and improve the educational experience for our students.
OVERVIEW : Founded in 1997, EastSide Charter School is a free, public elementary school that educates students in Wilmington, Delaware. EastSide prides itself on being a community-based school, using multiple partnerships, strong relationships with families, and a dedicated and hard-working faculty to ensure academic success for its students.
EastSide is in the midst of a dynamic turnaround effort that will have a profound impact in Wilmington. EastSide teachers play a significant role in ensuring that our students develop the character and skills necessary to being an influential and contributing member of the community and global society. This position is suited for someone who is willing to do "Whatever it Takes" to support our students in being successful in school and in life.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Each of our teachers will :
- Hold high expectations for each student
- Possess strong knowledge of content area
- Demonstrate strong pedagogy
- Exhibit positive rapport with students
- Create and foster a positive learning environment
- Establish and maintain strong communication lines with all parents
- Assist in development of curriculum standards and backwards planning
- Attend weekly department meetings
- Perform clerical duties as required relating to textbooks, instructional supplies, student reports and records, attendance,
Other duties as assigned by Leadership
QUALIFICATIONS :
The ideal candidate will possess the following :
Education :
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution.
Has or is eligible for State of Delaware certification as teacher in grade or content area.
Experience :
EastSide teachers must have :
Skills / Traits :
EastSide teachers must :
COMMITMENT AND COMPENSATION :
Length of Work Year : 10 months, select Saturdays, and occasional evening and weekend commitments will also be required; occasional travel throughout the state and region.
Salary and Benefits : Salary based on salary scale with qualifications and experience. EastSide Charter School offers a friendly and committed team of colleagues and a comprehensive benefits.
