Inspiring Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Polk County Public Schools; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Polk County Public Schools in Winter Haven, Florida seeks a Teacher, Social Studies Middle/Junior to provide high-quality instruction aligned with district standards. The role focuses on delivering engaging lessons, maintaining an organized classroom, and supporting student growth across grade levels.

The position emphasizes collaboration with staff, ongoing professional development, and proactive communication with families to enhance student outcomes in social studies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must be Certified, Qualified and Highly Qualified as defined by the Course Code(s) assigned.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements instruction adhering to district goals and objectives.
• Keeps current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory; collaborates on curriculum revision.
• Maintains classroom management with appropriate discipline and supervision of students.
• Communicates effectively with parents and staff to support student learning.
• Evaluates student progress using multiple assessment methods and adjusts instruction accordingly.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Polk County Public Schools in Winter Haven, Florida seeks a Teacher, Social Studies Middle/Junior to provide high-quality instruction aligned with district standards. The role focuses on delivering engaging lessons, maintaining an organized classroom, and supporting student growth across grade levels.

The position emphasizes collaboration with staff, ongoing professional development, and proactive communication with families to enhance student outcomes in social studies.