Inspire Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Polk County Public Schools; Mulberry (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Polk County Public Schools Mulberry Middle in Mulberry, FL seeks a Teacher of Social Studies for middle/junior grades. The role emphasizes planning effective instruction, maintaining classroom discipline, and building positive relations with students, parents, and staff.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and valid teaching certification, with a focus on collaboration, assessment, and professional growth to support student learning goals.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must be Certified, Qualified and Highly Qualified as defined by the Course Code(s) assigned.
• Ability to work cooperatively with parents, school districts and agencies in providing services to students.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements a program of instruction that adheres to the district's philosophy, goals and objectives as outlined in the adopted courses of study.
• Keeps current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory and assists in curriculum revision.
• Develops classroom rules of behavior and applies discipline techniques consistently.
• Communicates positively with the public and works cooperatively with parents.
• Evaluates student progress using multiple assessment methods and makes instructional adjustments.

Skills

Classroom management

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Collaboration

Bilingual/biliterate preferred

Education

Bachelor's degree

Certification as Teacher

Job description

Polk County Public Schools Mulberry Middle in Mulberry, FL seeks a Teacher of Social Studies for middle/junior grades. The role emphasizes planning effective instruction, maintaining classroom discipline, and building positive relations with students, parents, and staff.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and valid teaching certification, with a focus on collaboration, assessment, and professional growth to support student learning goals.