Middle School Social Studies Teacher — On-Site Impact

Gallup-McKinley County Schools; Thoreau (NM); On-site; USD 61,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Gallup-McKinley County Schools is seeking a Social Studies teacher for Thoreau Middle to join a 194-day academic calendar team. The role requires a BA degree and valid New Mexico teaching license with endorsements as needed.

The teacher will deliver state and district curriculum, ensure equal educational opportunities, and guide students toward academic and developmental growth. The incumbent will work on-site at Thoreau Middle, fulfilling essential duties that cover planning, instruction

Qualifications

• BA degree required
• New Mexico teaching license with endorsements as needed.

Responsibilities

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Planning and Preparation – Demonstrates knowledge of content; Design of coherent instruction; Setting instructional outcomes; Demonstrating knowledge of resources; Demonstrating knowledge of students; Designing of student assessment.
• Creating an Environment for Learning – Creating an environment of respect and rapport; Organizing physical space; Establishing a culture for learning; Managing classroom procedures; Managing student behavior.
• Teaching for Learning – Communicating with students appropriately; Using questioning and discussion techniques; Engaging students; Assessment in instruction; Demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness.
• Professionalism – Communicating with families; Participating in a professional community; Reflecting on teaching; Demonstrating professionalism; Growing professionally.
• Follow board policies and administrative rules and regulations
• Additional Duties and Responsibilities – Manage time; Maintain records of grades and attendance; Report progress to parents; Attend faculty meetings; Complete duties as assigned; Prepare substitutes; Protect equipment; Collaborate in school teams; Support district initiatives; Report suspected child abuse; Complete Safe Schools training; Be responsible for students on field trips; Be a good role model; Supervise educational assistants; Follow district procedures; Accept other responsibilities as deemed by the principal.

Education

BA degree

New Mexico teaching license

Job description

Gallup-McKinley County Schools is seeking a Social Studies teacher for Thoreau Middle to join a 194-day academic calendar team. The role requires a BA degree and valid New Mexico teaching license with endorsements as needed.

The teacher will deliver state and district curriculum, ensure equal educational opportunities, and guide students toward academic and developmental growth. The incumbent will work on-site at Thoreau Middle, fulfilling essential duties that cover planning, instruction