Social Studies Teacher Gr 6-12

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

o Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

o Understands and supports the mission, vision and values of Harmony Public Schools.

o Models and instills a love of learning

o Works with individual students or small groups of students to provide educational interventions and progress monitoring

o Designs and implements appropriate instruction of content area(s) assigned in with the school standards, curriculum, and

student needs

o Instructs and monitors students in the use of learning materials and equipment.

o Utilizes an identification rubric to target specific students who need focused, short term intervention that is in addition to

what is normally provided at the campus to students.

o Sets performance goals for individual students based upon assessment data.

o Develops lessons which target the specific needs of identified students.

o Utilizes a variety of teaching practices and methodologies that reflect diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic

backgrounds in order to meet the individual needs of students.

o Provides high quality instruction to students who need focused, short term intervention in the subject taught.

o Uses relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.

o Manages student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures

o Maintains discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school

o Implements a clear and consistent behavior management system while developing students’ character.

o Develops an intervention schedule for identified students based on campus needs.

o Maintains records of interventions and progress monitoring to ensure process fidelity

o Meets with teachers to ensure that lessons for the targeted students are aligned with the classroom curriculum.

o Communicates with campus staff and parents regarding student progress.

o Evaluates student progress.

o Attends department, school, district and parent meetings.

o Participates in district and campus staff development and serves on staff committees.

o Maintains a professional relationship with colleagues.

o Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.

o Takes daily attendance

o Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect the students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

o Performs other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

o Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

o Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external

to the district.

o Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district.

o Ability to use effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills

o Ability to use computer including software, database used by the district, spreadsheet and word processing software,

calculator, copy machine and telephone.

o Ability to analyze data.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

o Light Work: may require the occasional light lifting.

o Nights and weekend activities will be occasionally required.

o Position is in classroom setting and intermittent speaking, standing, walking and writing.

o Moderate travel is required.

Summary
As a High School ELA Teacher, you will leverage your core skills in classroom management, lesson planning, and literacy education to create engaging and effective learning experiences for students. Your premium skills in curriculum development, mentoring, and creative writing will allow you to enhance the educational curriculum and provide personalized support to students. With relevant skills in standardized testing, tutoring, and instructional design, you will be well-equipped to address diverse student needs and promote academic success. Utilize your communication skills, organizational skills, and experience working with students to foster a positive and inclusive learning environment. Join our team and make a meaningful impact on the educational journey of high school students.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $57,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Charter school
• Magnet school
• Public school
• School

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Current certifications held?
• What certification (s) and /or degree (s) are you pursuing currently?
• Please provide the list of the courses you have taught along with the number of years you have taught each course.
• What was the last training or skill you picked up for your job, and how did it help with your current responsibilities?
• What is your all-time favorite PLC/PD learning opportunity, and why do you like it?
• Please provide up to three qualities that colleagues, administrators, and students would use to describe you.
• What support would you need from others for the best performance in teaching social studies?

Work Location: In person

Salary : $57,500