Junior High Social Studies Teacher 2025-2026

Jennings School District; Jennings (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Life Benefits

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a Junior High Social Studies Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. The role involves planning and delivering engaging instructional activities and managing a supportive learning environment. Candidates are expected to hold a bachelor's degree and a valid Missouri teaching certificate, demonstrating effective communication skills and a commitment to enhancing urban education. This position offers a full-time role within a dynamic teaching environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of NCLB, FERPA, and other educational guidelines.
• Passionate about improving urban public education.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for learning activities.
• Maintain accurate records of all students.
• Utilize technology to support instruction.

Skills

Effective communication

Self-motivation

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree or above in Education

Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate

Job description

Junior High Social Studies Teacher 2025-2026 JobID: 399

• Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Social Studies
• Date Posted: 2/29/2024
• Location: Jennings Junior High

Job Summary

To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.

Job Title

Teacher

Essential Functions

• Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Maintain accurate records of all students.
• Develop schemes of work and lesson plans.
• Utilize effective classroom management techniques.
• Work collaboratively with building administration, teachers, parents/guardians and students.
• Establish an effective rapport with students assigned.
• Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students’ varying needs.
• Utilize technology to support instruction.
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students.
• Manage student behavior.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to effectively communicate both written and verbal, including presentations.
• Ability to use basic, job related equipment.
• Be self‑motivated.
• Flexibility to work with others in a variety of circumstances and a diverse group of individuals.
• Knowledge of NCLB (No Child Left Behind), FERPA and other federal, state and local guidelines.
• Passionate about improving urban public education and devoted to making a difference.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Education
• Valid Missouri Teaching Certificate

Terms of Employment

• 9.5 month employee
• Medical/Dental/Life Benefits in accordance to JSD policy

FLSA Status

Exempt

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