Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Classification Exempt, 10-Month Employee Reports to Middle School Principal Overview Dr. Richard Izquierdo Health & Science Charter School is seeking a certified, or on the pathway to, and experienced Social Studies teacher to provide instruction to our middle students. Under the general supervision of the Principal, Social Studies teachers work collaboratively with other teachers within their department and across other content areas.

Responsibilities

, modeling, cooperative learning, collaboration, and reading and writing in the content areas) to differentiate learning for all students Effectively use questioning strategies to engage students and promote learning Monitor students’ understanding of the lesson and adjusts teaching when appropriate Maximize student learning by providing opportunities for all learners to participate actively and successfully Explain content and demonstrates skills in a variety of ways to meet the needs of all students Hold each learner individually responsible for learning Assessment Use results of a variety of assessments to monitor and modify instruction as needed Effectively use both teacher-made and standardized tests, as appropriate, to measure student performance Use oral, non-verbal, and written forms of student assessment Organize, maintain, and use records of student progress to make effective instructional decisions Continuously monitor students’ progress before, during, and after instruction, and provides meaningful feedback Demonstrate competence in the use of acceptable grading/ranking/scoring practices in recording and reporting student achievement Student Communication and Rapport Use precise language and acceptable oral expression and written communication Articulate clear learning goals and instructional procedures for the lesson to the students Model caring, fairness, courtesy, respect and active listening Model concern for students’ emotional and physical well being Seek and maintains positive interactions with students in all school settings Seek information about student interests and opinions Classroom Management Enforce the school’s student behavior policies while investing students in the classroom community Communicate clear expectations about behavior to students and parents Actively monitor student behavior and provides feedback in a constructive manner to students and parents Create a physical setting and establishes routines that promote learning and minimize disruption Structure transitions in an efficient and constructive manner Manage emergency situations, as they occur, in school settings Professional Demeanor and Development Work cooperatively with a co-teacher and all colleagues for the benefit of students Maintain a professional appearance following the school’s dress code policy Interact with colleagues and students in an ethical and professional manner Carry out duties in accordance with established policies, practices, and regulations.

in a timely and effective manner Participate in professional growth activities including conferences, workshops, course work and committees or membership in professional organizations Explore and apply knowledge and information about new or improved methods of instruction and relat