Social Studies Teacher

MSAD #17; Paris, New Haven (ME, CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dedicated Middle School Social Studies Teacher to inspire and guide students in their learning journey. This role emphasizes critical thinking and problem-solving skills while fostering a love for Social Studies. The successful candidate will work in a supportive environment, collaborating with colleagues and engaging with the community to create real-world learning experiences. Join a team committed to maximizing student achievement and providing a safe, welcoming atmosphere for all students. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a valid Maine certificate or the ability to obtain one.
• Strong work ethic and responsibility are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Social Studies instruction to diverse learners.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance student learning experiences.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Collaboration

Effective Communication

Education

Valid Maine Teaching Certificate

Job description

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Oxford Hills Middle School

Paris, Maine

Application Deadline: When Suitable Candidate is Found

Oxford Hills Middle School serves approximately 500 students in grades 7-8. OHMS has two campuses located about 2 miles apart, one in South Paris and one in Oxford. The successful candidate will be passionate about instruction, student achievement, and best practices.

As a District we are committed to our four Strategic Pillars: Healthy and Resilient Students, Maximizing Our Facilities to Support Learning, Recruiting and Growing Talent, and Rigorous, Relevant and Responsive Learning. We are invested in the well-being of our students and our staff and you will find our classrooms - both indoors and outdoors - as evolving spaces intentionally designed to optimize learning.

OUR MISSION

The Oxford Hills School District, in partnership with families and communities, engages and supports all students in diverse and challenging learning opportunities to prepare them to graduate as healthy, responsible, and productive citizens, ready to succeed in our global societies.

CORE BELIEFS

1. Meet students where they are, motivating and helping them develop their individual learning paths.
2. Hold students to high expectations and provide adequate time and support to achieve them.
3. Prepare students for success by helping them develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
4. Foster high aspirations and the skills of self-determination, self-control, and self-advocacy.
5. Guide students to be curious learners and ethical leaders, able to adapt to changing times.
6. Provide learning experiences in a safe, caring, and welcoming environment.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Candidates must hold a valid Maine certificate or the ability to obtain one with appropriate endorsement(s).

Reports to: Building Principal

Work Schedule: 180 Day Contract

Expectations of Oxford Hills School District Staff:

1. Model a strong work ethic, perseverance and grit, as well as responsibility and respect;
2. Utilize best practices for motivating today’s students in a safe, supportive learning environment;
3. Demonstrate knowledge in the development of real-world learning experiences and community partnerships to provide students with opportunities for extensions of learning, applied learning, community service, and citizenship;
4. Demonstrate a willingness and ability to collaborate, engage, and communicate with colleagues, parents and the public.

Further, instructional staff will emphasize and employ practices that lead to improvement in student achievement by:

1. Instilling problem-solving and critical thinking as a “new basics” for learning across all grade levels;
2. Delivering strong literacy instruction across content areas;
3. Helping students develop skills to apply, interpret, analyze, and evaluate the vast, ever-expanding amount of information;
4. Employing effective lesson design by adjusting to students’ personal learning needs and preferences, including appropriate technology applications.

How To Apply
Applicants must complete the entire online application as well as provide cover letter, résumé, copy of certification, transcripts and three current letters of reference to be considered for a position. Please be sure to provide complete reference information in the application for each reference including name, address, phone and email address.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The Oxford Hills School District is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

School/Program-Specific Information

Oxford Hills Middle School is looking for a teacher who is passionate about Social Studies. Social Studies Teachers at Oxford Hills Middle School work directly with students to help them grow as thinkers, guided by the Maine Learning Results. At OHMS, we work with students from diverse backgrounds and learning abilities. We strive to help students develop a love for Social Studies. All OHMS teachers work as a member of a grade level team and have the opportunity to collaborate with both their teams and departments regularly.