7th/8th Grade Social Studies Teacher

Job Title: Teacher, Social Studies Reports to (Title): Principal Terms of Employment:

Certified Salary Scale

Hours per day: 8

Days per year: 190 Type of position:

Full-time

FLSA Status

Exempt

General Summary: Under general supervision instructs students in social studies skills such as historical themes, dates and events, geographical concepts and locations, etc. Assists in other school programs as assigned. Essential Functions:

• Supports and upholds the mission, vision and strategic goals of Lexington County School District One.
• Effectively interacts, communicates and collaborates with students, parents, colleagues and other stakeholders to foster student learning.
• Establishes a safe, supportive, positive and productive learning environment for all students; supervises students in classroom activities and in other areas as assigned; maintains positive behavior support and classroom management systems.
• Teaches concepts and skills in history, geography, psychology, etc. that align to state and national standards.
• Demonstrates a variety of 21st century teaching skills to foster independent, creative, critical thinkers and problem solvers.
• Designs and facilitates engaging, high level, sophisticated learning experiences and applications appropriate to prepare students for a 21st century global, knowledge-based society.
• Demonstrates and evaluates the effectiveness of both formative and summative assessments; collaborates with other staff members to analyze assessment data in relation to student learning and develops instructional strategies to close the learning and performance gap; evaluates contributions in group projects.
• Collaborates with school and district personnel to evaluate effectiveness of curriculum and make suggestions for improvement.
• Networks with school personnel regarding scheduling issues as appropriate.
• Prepares various records and forms such as lesson plans, daily and weekly activity plans, assessments, material requisitions, discipline reports, etc.
• Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
• Organizes classrooms and other settings for daily instruction.
• Maintains accurate records and files.
• Selects, requests, and maintains an inventory of instructional aides, technology tools, equipment, and supplies needed for daily activities; provides for safe storage and proper use of all materials, equipment and tools.
• Effectively uses personal computing devices and software applications for the management of student records, instructional efficiency, and professional development.
• Meets with parents, administrators and school counselors as needed to discuss student performance, social and emotional needs, behavior, and personal and academic goals and expectations, etc.; issues reports in accordance with school board policy to inform parents/guardians of students’ progress; suggests interventions as appropriate.
• If applicable, supervises activities of assigned instructional assistants which involve such duties as planning and reviewing work, as well as providing instruction, guidance and training.
• Performs other related duties as required.
  
  

Minimum Education/Work Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in social studies, history, or related discipline with previous student teaching experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities
• Valid South Carolina teaching certification
  
  

Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of the policies, procedures and activities of the school district which pertain to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Knowledge of and ability to implement methods for developing lesson plans, materials and classroom activities which stimulate learning and provide for personalization. Knowledge of and ability to implement training methods used in teaching social studies strategies. Knowledge of state and national standards. Ability to provide instruction to students using 21st century teaching techniques and/or supervised practice. Knowledge of student services available and referral procedures. Ability to identify student adjustment and/or academic problems. Ability to provide counseling and/or recommend appropriate remedial action as needed. Ability to supervise students and maintain order in various classroom and instructional situations. Ability to demonstrate organizational and time management skills. Knowledge of the records, forms and reports which must be prepared and maintained. Knowledge of and ability to demonstrate proper maintenance, safe operation and utilization of equipment, materials and supplies used in daily activities. Ability to demonstrate high level application of technology devices in the performance of daily activities. Ability to interact and communicate effectively with administrators, students, parents, colleagues and all other stakeholders involved in the activities of the job. Working Conditions: Conducts duties in a classroom environment and on field studies with no significant exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Requires constant attention working with students. Physical demands are restricted to classroom work requiring occasional lifting/moving of items up to twenty-five pounds. Occasional travel is required; limited overnight travel required. Responsibility: Responsible for supervision of students in classrooms, field studies, and other instructional settings. Responsible for maintenance and inventory of equipment; responsible for reporting equipment malfunctions and safety issues. Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the school board’s policy on evaluation of certified personnel. Disclaimer Statement: This job description is not intended as a complete listing of job duties. The incumbent is responsible for the performance of other related duties as assigned/required.