What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pool Posting - Social Studies Teacher position at Region 11 Education Service Center?
Careers at Westlake Academy
Job Title : Pool Candidate for Social Studies Teacher Wage / Status : Exempt
Department : Middle School / High School HR Revised : January 2025
Job Type : Candidate Pool
Westlake Academy is a K-12 open-enrollment public charter school operated by the Town of Westlake, Texas. The Academy is committed to academic excellence and global-mindedness through its International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum. The school fosters a culture of inquiry, collaboration, and innovation to develop well-rounded students prepared for leadership roles in a dynamic and interconnected world.
POSITION SUMMARY :
Westlake Academy is seeking qualified and enthusiastic candidates to join its pool of Social Studies teachers for middle and high school levels. Candidates in this pool will be considered for future teaching opportunities as positions for the 2025-2026 school year. Faculty members are expected to uphold the principles of the IB curriculum while fostering a rigorous, engaging, and student-centered learning environment.
PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS :
Priority will be given to applicants who possess :
- Master's degree in History, Education, or related field
- Knowledge of International Baccalaureate (IB) programs
- 1-3 years of experience in an IB World School
- IBEN Member
QUALIFICATIONS :
RESPONSIBILITIES :
OTHER DUTIES :
Other duties may be assigned at any time by the supervisor.
EVALUATION :
Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by the direct supervisor.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Tools / Equipment Used : Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.
Posture : Frequent standing, kneeling / squatting, bending / stooping, pushing / pulling, and twisting.
Motion : Frequent walking; repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
Lifting : Regular moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 lbs.); may lift and move equipment; occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior.
Environment : Work inside, may work outside.
Mental Demands : Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours.
DISCLAIMER :
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties,
responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees for this job.
