7-12 Social Studies

Hampton School District • Hampton, AR

3d

About The Position

Instruct, assist, mentor, and guide students in reaching their fullest potential by teaching curriculum and frameworks.

Requirements

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in appropriate major or course of study.
• Valid teaching license for grade level and subject area assigned.
• Meets requirements for Highly Qualified Teacher designation, if applicable to the teaching assignment.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in social studies courses
• Teaches district approved curriculum based on state frameworks and standards.
• Prepares for assigned classes and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt and differentiate the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Evaluates pupils' academic growth through teacher-made tests, standardized tests, checklists, observations, demonstrations, and other performance assessments; keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
• Identifies pupil needs, makes appropriate referrals, and develops strategies to support students with individual education plans.
• Makes modifications for G/T, ELL, LD, physically impaired, at-risk, and other needs of individual students, including their learning styles.
• Creates a safe and orderly classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student conduct, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Available to students and parents for education-related purposes during the instructional day and extended hours when necessary.
• Plans and coordinates the work of paraprofessionals, parents, and volunteers.
• Attends and participates in faculty meetings, PLC, and professional development activities.
• Collaborates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods; assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Supports and participates in extracurricular activities, such as PTA/PTO, sporting and cultural events, etc.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to maintain a safe and orderly environment to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Communicate regularly with various internal and external publics to develop and maintain a positive school/community relationship.
• Other duties may be assigned.
• Supervises students and volunteers both in the classroom, hallways, and while on duty.
• Other supervisory responsibilities may be assigned by building administration.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time