High School Psychology and Sociology Teacher

Normandy Schools Collaborative•Saint Louis, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The High School Psychology and Sociology Teacher will provide engaging, standards-aligned instruction in social science content. The successful candidate will use approved district curriculum, facilitate rigorous lessons, maintain a positive and structured classroom environment, and support student growth through effective planning, classroom management, and instruction. Reports to: Building Principal Supervises: None Pay Grade: Teacher’s Salary Scale

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Sociology, Social Science, or a related field.
Valid Missouri teaching certification or eligibility for appropriate certification.
Knowledge of high school Psychology and Sociology content.
Demonstrated ability to use approved curriculum and plan effective instruction.
Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.
Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program.
Knowledge and implementation of relevant technology.
Meet professional teacher education requirements of school, district and state.

Nice To Haves

Preferred Experience teaching high school Psychology and Sociology.
Experience in submitting weekly lesson plans and working within a district curriculum framework.
Demonstrated success in maintaining engaging, structured, and student-centered classrooms.
Experience collaborating with colleagues to improve instructional outcomes.

Responsibilities

Deliver instruction in Psychology and Sociology using approved district curriculum and instructional resources to eleven and twelfth grade students.
Plan and facilitate daily lessons that are engaging, rigorous, and aligned to course standards and district expectations.
Submit weekly lesson plans in a timely manner, in accordance with building and district procedures.
Provide bell-to-bell instruction that maximizes instructional time and keeps students actively engaged throughout the class period.
Maintain effective classroom management practices that promote a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment.
Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners and support student achievement.
Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional decisions.
Maintain accurate and timely records of attendance, grades, assessments, and student performance.
Communicate professionally with students, families, colleagues, and administrators.
Collaborate with department members and school staff to strengthen instructional practices and student outcomes.
Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and other assigned duties as needed.
Uphold all district, building, and professional expectations for conduct and performance.
Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds.
Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested, promptly return phone calls and answer emails.
Participate in appropriate professional activities.
Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations as directed.
Other duties as assigned.