Teacher - Secondary Social Studies (6th, 7th, 8th)

Jubilee Academies•Harlingen, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Secondary Teacher - Social Studies (Grades 6th-8th) is responsible for providing students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. This role enables students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, for 190 workdays and reports to the Campus Principal.

Requirements

Hold at least a bachelor's degree and must present official transcripts that show bachelor's degree awarded.
Demonstrate competency in their core academic subject area.
Must believe fully in the mission and vision of Jubilee Academies.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of school curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
Prepare emergency lesson plan folder to cover 2 days of material.
Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
Present subject matter according to guidelines established to Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students.
Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for SPED students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans.
Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aid and volunteers.
Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
Participate in extended day and weekend school tutoring as required.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
Teach students to work toward self-discipline and responsibility.
Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned.
Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus Assistant Director.
Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school.
Ensure good student discipline by being regular in attendance and on time.
Create a positive classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
Maintain neat and orderly classroom.
Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Use the discipline management plan to include but not limited to: Ground rules, stated positively and posted so they may be easily seen. A step process which includes reinforcement for appropriate on task behavior and consequences for inappropriate off-task behavior, which is posted at all times. A lesson agenda, which models task organization and time management skills and insures total time planning in the classroom.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, directors, and teachers.
Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
Adhere to staff dress code.
Arrive at first morning class 15 minutes before class bell.
Maintain a good working relationship with Jubilee Academies' staff and parents.
Actively participate in two school committees, and will chair one committee.
Keep Jubilee Academies School Assistant Director informed of maintenance problems.
Actively support and participate in fundraising activities of Jubilee Academies.
Compile, maintain, and fill all reports, records, and other documents required.
Actively stay abreast of new developments in education.
May supervise assigned teacher aide(s) or volunteers.
Convey the charter's mission to the public and encourage support in accomplishing the mission.
Illustrate understanding of Charter and community needs and begin activities to meet those needs.
Demonstrate use of productive and efficient skills to raise community and parent involvement.
Actively participate in student recruitment efforts.
Encourage a constructive, thoughtful climate for learning.
Promote fairness of students and staff from all cultural backgrounds.
Communicate with students and staff in an effective manner that promotes and sustains the Jubilee culture.