Social Studies Teacher- Secondary - to create a candidate pipeline

IMDiversity; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

Extra duty pay

Student activities pay

Job summary

BCPS is seeking a Social Studies - Secondary educator to plan and deliver engaging learning experiences for students across district locations, including virtual settings. The teacher will monitor progress, communicate with families, and participate in after-hours meetings as required.

The role requires a bachelor's degree and Maryland educator credentials or eligibility, with strong pedagogy, curriculum knowledge, and data-informed instruction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Maryland Educator Certificate or eligibility required.
• Knowledge of pedagogy, curriculum, and instructional methods.

Responsibilities

• Meet and instruct assigned classes at designated locations and times.
• Maintain a safe and orderly learning environment, both in-person and virtually.
• Plan and implement instructional programs aligned with curriculum goals.

Skills

Pedagogy knowledge

Curriculum knowledge

Lesson planning

Data analysis

Technology competency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Maryland Educator Certificate

Maryland Educator License eligibility

Job description

Social Studies - Secondary - to create a candidate pipeline

MD, United States

Job Info

Job Identification 25

Job Category Teacher

Locations

District Wide

Job Schedule

Full time

Job Description

Under the direction of the school principal, plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students.

Instructs and supervises students in a variety of school-related settings, including virtual.

Monitors and evaluates student outcomes.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Meets and instructs assigned classes at designated locations and times.
• Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment, both in-person and virtually.

Plans and implements instructional programs

• Plans and implements instructional programs that adhere to system-wide goals and priorities and meet the needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Prepares and documents appropriate lesson plans, based upon adopted curricula and learning environment, to teach instructional objectives.
• Creates an instructional environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students, both in-person and virtually, as needed.
• Communicates standards, achievements, and deficiencies to students and parents. Meets with students and parents.
• Maintains complete and accurate student academic, attendance, and disciplinary records. Monitors and assesses students’ academic progress.

Oversee the appropriate use and care of textbooks, instructional materials, facilities, and equipment.

• Oversee the appropriate use and care of textbooks, instructional materials, facilities, and equipment.
• Collaborates with school administrators, other teachers, paraeducators, parents, and community members in the education of students.
• Attend staff meetings. Serves on various committees.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree

Licenses and Certificates:

• Possession of a Maryland Educator Certificate appropriate to the area of assignment.
• OR
• Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator License appropriate to the area of assignment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of pedagogy. Knowledge of curriculum. Knowledge of effective instructional techniques. Knowledge of and skill in data analysis. Knowledge of instructional materials and equipment.
• Skill in instructing students. Skill in preparing and implementing lesson plans. Skill in communicating with students, their parents, administrators, and others. Technology competency. Knowledge of and skill in the use of databases, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications.
• Ability to properly maintain confidential information.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The work of this class is generally performed in a school environment. Work may require the ability to move around the school and classroom.

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Requires attendance at after-school and evening meetings and events.

GRADE: TABCO 10-month pay scale

SALARY: $60,000-$119,522

Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at https://www.bcps.org/fiscalservices/payroll.

OTHER COMPENSATION

Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.

FLSA: Exempt

RETIREMENT

Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.

BENEFITS

BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.

Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement

This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.