Teacher, 9-12 Social Studies

Jasper County Board of Education; Monticello (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Jasper County Board of Education in Georgia is seeking a qualified teacher certified to serve in assigned grade levels and subject areas, beginning FY27. The role involves delivering instruction, assessing student progress, managing the learning environment, and supporting school programs.

You will differentiate instruction, communicate with students and parents, integrate technology, and maintain records while upholding Georgia's Code of Ethics and district guidelines.

Qualifications

• Georgia certification authorizing service in grade levels and areas assigned.
• Student teaching, internship, or full-time teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teaches content and skills in applicable fields of certification as prescribed by state/district.
• Differentiates instruction to meet individual needs and motivates students.
• Evaluates academic and social growth and maintains records.
• Communicates clearly with students, parents, peers, and other stakeholders.
• Integrates available technology into teaching and learning.
• Holds parent conferences to discuss student progress and the school program.

Education

Georgia teaching certification

Job description

Position start date: FY27

BASIC FUNCTION/PURPOSE

Under general supervision, teaches in the field of certification and assists in other school programs as assigned. A teacher provides instruction, assesses student achievement and progress, manages the learning environment, and supports all aspects of the school and its programs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides learning experiences and teaches the content and skills in applicable fields of certification/subject area(s) utilizing the curriculum as prescribed by the state and district
• Provides individual and group instruction designed to meet individual needs and motivate students
• Differentiates instruction as defined by system expectations and procedures
• Encourages and supports students
• Establishes and maintains standards of student control required to achieve effective participation in all activities
• Evaluates academic and social growth of students and keeps appropriate records
• Maintains a willingness to implement adopted changes
• Communicates clearly and effectively with students, parents, peers, and all other stakeholders
• Integrates available forms of technology into teaching and learning
• Teaches, facilitates, monitors, and supervises students
• Communicates clearly and positively with parents through a variety of options
• Demonstrates self-motivation
• Interacts with all stake holders in a positive manner
• Holds parent conferences to discuss the individual student's progress and interpret the school program
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude and learning problems
• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays such as displays of student work, required bulletin boards, interest centers, etc.
• Manages the learning environment, including the storage of materials, appropriate management and maintenance of technological resources, and storage of textbooks
• Maintains professional competence through staff development activities provided by the District and/or professional growth activities and university courses
• Participates cooperatively in an evaluation process as defined by District guidelines
• Selects and requisitions instructional materials; maintains inventory records
• Cooperates in school-wide supervision of students during out-of-classroom activities
• Participates in faculty and/or District committees and the sponsorship of student activities
• Develops instructional plans and organizes class time to provide a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and practice
• Provides whole group, small group, and individualized instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to meet the needs of pupils with varying intellectual abilities and to accommodate a variety of instructional activities
• Instructs students in the proper care and use of materials and equipment storage areas and controls use of materials and equipment to prevent loss or abuse
• Compiles, maintains, and submits all required reports in a timely manner
• Adheres to the Code of Ethics for Georgia Educators
• Implements IEPs, health related accommodations, and any behavioral intervention plans designed to support the success of individual students
• Works collaboratively in planning with subject area or grade level colleagues
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS:

Valid Georgia certification authorizing service in grade levels and areas assigned.

EXPERIENCE:

Student teaching, Internship, or full-time teaching experience.