Social Studies Teacher

TrulyHired; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits

Job summary

TrulyHired is seeking a Social Studies Teacher in North Carolina. The position requires licensure in 9-12 social studies or eligibility, with a designation as HIGHLY QUALIFIED for high school social studies, and prior high school social studies experience is preferred.

The role involves developing lesson plans, delivering instruction at the high school level, and contributing to a collaborative educational environment within the school.

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible to be licensed to teach social studies in 9-12.
• Must be designated as HIGHLY QUALIFIED in high school social studies.
• Previous experience in high school social studies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials.
• Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt curriculum.
• Maintains classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means about student progress.
• Collaborates with colleagues to promote an optimal learning environment.
• Evaluates pupil performance and growth using formative and summative tools.

Skills

High school social studies

Licensed or eligible license

Education

Teaching certificate

High school social studies certification

Job description

Job Description

Social Studies Teacher

Qualifications

Licensed or be eligible to be licensed in 9-12 social studies. Candidates must be designated as HIGHLY QUALIFIED in high school social studies. Previous experience in high school social studies preferred.

Salary

NC Teacher Salary + 18% supplement

Benefits

Full Benefits

Supervises

May coordinate and direct activities of paraprofessionals, volunteers and/or clerical assistants.

Reports To

The school principal or his/her designee

Job Goal

To provide each student with the help, counsel, and learning experience he needs to make progress toward educational goals established. To create a flexible instructional program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to live a rewarding life in an ever-changing world.

Performance Responsibilities

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials. Provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students. Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals. Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicates these objectives to the students. Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media. Evaluates students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports. Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student's progress and interprets the school program. Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems. Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and through self-selected professional growth activities. Participates in curriculum development programs as required. Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Instructs pupils in a classroom, utilizing the course of study adopted by the Board of Education, and other appropriate learning activities. Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil. Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction. Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals. Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects, and communicates these objectives to pupils. Evaluates pupil performance and growth using a variety of formative and summative evaluation tools. Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student's progress and interprets the school program. Collaborates with colleagues to promote an optimal learning environment for pupils.

Terms of Employment

Ten-month year. Salary in accordance with certification and placement on the adopted schedule.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Board of Education policy on the evaluation of teachers.