Middle School Teacher: Social Science

Community Roots Academy•Laguna Niguel, CA

136d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for the 2026-27 school year. Under the direction of the school administrator, the teacher will instruct students in academic, social, behavioral, and manipulative skills. The role involves planning and delivering comprehensive educational programs, utilizing various teaching methodologies, and preparing students for citizenship and specified subjects. The teacher will develop and adapt instructional materials for diverse student needs, monitor academic and social growth, and communicate progress to parents. This role also includes participation in professional development, collaborative team goals, and supporting school events.

Requirements

Possession of a California credential authorizing service as a teacher for Social Science and/or grade level that is relevant for the job being applied for.
Successful completion of student teaching at a recognized college or university or one year of regular full time secondary classroom teaching experience
Must pass fingerprint clearance and TB test
Must complete required training upon hire: CPR, First Aid, Mandated Reporter, and Sexual Harassment.
Copy of Transcript
English Learner Authorization OR Cross-cultural, Language and Academic Development Certificate
Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three Letters of Recommendation)

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with project-based learning activities
Prior training and experiences with Social Emotional Learning (SEL)

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, organize, and conduct a comprehensive education program for students
Utilize and adopt course of study, program instruction guidelines, and other materials in developing lesson planning, and teaching outlines
Pursue a variety of methodology in teaching and instructing students, including instruction, demonstration, lecture, activity participation, and using specialized educational equipment, materials, and aids
Teach and instruct students in citizenship and other subject matter specified by legal mandates, school policies and regulations
Prepare, develop and utilize a variety of instructional materials appropriate for the instructional level of students within a wide range of mental, physical, and emotional maturity
Review, analyze, and evaluate the history, background, and assessment of students in designing an education program to meet specific individual educational needs
Provide individual and group instruction designed to enhance the students’ mental, social, and emotional growth
Establish and maintain appropriate standards of student behavior, utilizing a variety of behavior management strategies and techniques, including behavior modification, reinforcement and other positive behavior shaping processes
Review, analyze, and evaluate academic and social growth, and record appropriate analyses and perceptions
Participate in regular parent meetings, including 504s, IEPs, Parent Teacher Conferences, behavior meetings, etc.
Participate in ongoing professional development and learning activities, including weekly professional development meetings
Prepare progress reports to parents and others concerning students academic and social growth
Prepare, administer, score, and record results of a variety of criterion referenced and/or standardized tests in evaluating students progress
Support team goals as developed in the PLC. Work collaboratively with grade level and content teams toward highly rigorous expectations for students
Counsel, confer, and communicate with parents, regarding students’ progress, and to interpret the educational program
Assist and cooperate with school personnel in assessing students’ needs, in the development of alternative solutions to individual educational planning, and in the adapting of curriculum offerings to meet individual educational needs
Plan, create, and maintain an effective learning environment through the utilization of functional and aesthetically attractive displays, exhibits, bulletin boards, interest, learning, and activity centers
Select and requisition appropriate educational supplies, materials, books, equipment, and learning aids
Establish and maintain a suitable room environment through the proper control of heating, lighting, and ventilation
Perform non-instructional duties, including curriculum and instruction development, student supervision, and advisory and consultation activities
Participate in and help plan Middle School social events, including field trips, dances, sports tournaments, and clubs
Facilitate and attend PBL Presentations, Student and Parent Orientations, Back To School Night, Expo Night, Film Festival
Facilitate and attend field trips, including grade level overnight(s) and after-school student social(s) events (minimum of one)
Facilitate PBL, electives, and one middle school-specific project (which may include yearbook, student council, Advisory program, field trip planning, PBL planning, etc.) as included in the school day
Conduct a variety of learning experiences to effectively utilize time available for instruction
Hold student office hours during the workday.
Other duties as assigned, including but not limited to; student supervision, subbing, attending grade-level events, attending field trips (including overnight)