Social Studies Teacher Evening High School Candidate Pool

Howard County Public School System

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the Coordinator, Beyond School Hours and Summer Programs, the Secondary English, Social Studies, or Science Teacher plans and delivers targeted learning experiences primarily for students assigned to extended out-of-school suspension. Providing instruction separately in both virtual and in-person environments (hybrid instruction will not be included), the teacher is responsible for developing, selecting, and differentiating instructional plans and materials based on the HCPSS curriculum to meet the needs of all learners. The ideal candidate will foster a supportive environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of individuals, ensuring academic success for every student. To support an alternative schedule for students and programming, this position requires the following hours: Monday – Thursday: 12:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an applicable field of education.
• Meets the Maryland State Department of Education licensure requirements for Secondary Social Studies Licensure.

Nice To Haves

• Three previous years of teaching experience.
• Holds a current Maryland State Department of Education license in Secondary Social Studies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instructional programs that adhere to system-wide goals and priorities and meet the needs, interests and abilities of students.
• Prepare and document appropriate lesson plans for classes assigned, based upon HCPSS curricula, to achieve instructional objectives.
• Create an instructional environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of students.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals.
• Establish learning objectives consistent with student needs, requirements of the HCPSS curriculum framework, and knowledge of human growth and development.
• Create a classroom environment that supports student engagement in the learning process, enabling each student to achieve academic success.
• Provide an instructional program to meet the needs of all students including students with disabilities.
• Refer students for appropriate specialized support as needed.
• Plan for and utilize instructional methods, resources and evaluation techniques that motivate and enable each student to achieve the applicable learning objectives.
• Provide input when necessary to student Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Take all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Communicate standards, achievements and areas for improvement to students and families.
• Provide timely and meaningful feedback to families and students.
• Make provisions for being available to students and families for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
• Plan and oversee purposeful assignments for paraeducators, student assistants, and/or classroom volunteers.
• Provide non-evaluative input on paraeducator and/or student assistants’ job performance as requested.
• Establish relationships with administrators, curricular office staff, colleagues, students, families and the school community that reflect recognition of and respect for every individual.
• Appraise his/her own effectiveness and demonstrate successful application of skills and information acquired to increase effectiveness.
• Participate in and share responsibility for the safe and orderly operation of schools.
• Attend staff meetings, district professional learning events and serve on staff committees when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.
• Information about additional benefits such as paid time off can be found in the negotiated agreement for employees in this bargaining unit.
• Membership in the Maryland State Retirement Agency (MSRA) pension plan is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria defined in the State Personnel and Pensions Article and the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR).
• The annual contribution to the pension plan will be 7% of an employee’s annual salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level