Social Studies Teacher
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Job SummaryPosition Summary: A social studies teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction to students in middle or high school settings. They play a pivotal role in shaping the academic, social, and personal development of secondary school students. This position involves creating and implementing engaging lesson plans, assessing student progress, and fostering a dynamic and inclusive classroom environment.Reports To:PrincipalClassification: Full-Time (Certified)FLSA Status: Exempt Work Term: 187 DaysFull-Time Salary Range:MCBOE Salary ScheduleQualifications:Bachelor's degree; A master's degree may be required for certain certified teacher positionsProfessional certificate in the area of responsibility issued by the Alabama State Department of Education prior to starting date Fingerprint clearance with the Alabama State Department of Education prior to the start date Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Teach the Alabama Course of Study (ACOS) with fidelity Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning Develops schemes of work, lesson plans, and tests that are in accordance with established procedures Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipmentUse relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and proceduresMaintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the schoolProvide appropriate feedback on workEncourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use the information to adjust teaching strategiesMaintain accurate and complete records of student's progress and developmentUpdate all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies, and school regulations Prepare required reports on students and activitiesParticipate in department, school, district, and parent meetingsCommunicate information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needsEstablish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities and prepare the classroom for class activitiesProvide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activitiesObserve and evaluate students' performance and development. Assign and grade classwork, homework, tests, and assignmentsOther duties as assigned by the school and/or district administratorsRequired Skills and Competencies:Ability to follow both oral and written directions and instructions. Ability to communicate clearly, orally, and in writing. Ability to effectively present information to others and respond to students, parents, and staff. Ability to maintain the confidentiality of student matters. Ability to effectively manage time and responsibilities. Ability to be professional in appearance, attitude, and demeanor. Ability to be punctual and comply with a precise work schedule. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Knowledge of child development and especially of characteristics of students in the age group assigned. Knowledge of the prescribed curriculum. Knowledge of current educational research. Basic understanding and knowledge of current technology. Physical Requirements:While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit for extended periods of time. The employee must also talk, hear, stand, and walk. The employee may be required to use their hands to finger, handle, feel, and/or reach. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.