Social Studies Teacher - Long Term Sub for LOA

Danbury Public Schools District•Danbury, CT

65d•Onsite

About The Position

Instruct students in the specific area of specialty; help students learn subject matter and skills that will broaden their learning experiences and contribute to their development in order to meet high expectations; communicate with parents; create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning; participate in professional learning. Seeking a Social Studies teacher for the Danbury Public Schools. Should be interested in creating a student-centered and problem-based learning environment. Need a teacher who collaborates well in a small-setting with a diverse population, is flexible and dynamic, and is excited about teaching.

Requirements

Experience in Social Studies
Experience working with adolescent students in a diverse school setting
Experience with team teaching in a multicultural environment
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
Effective, active listening skills
Ability to work effectively with others
Organizational and problem-solving skills
Active 026 CDE Social Studies Certification as required by the Connecticut State Department of Education
Knowledge and skills required would generally be acquired with a Bachelor's Degree in Education or in Social Studies
Demonstrated and successful experience in a multi-cultural setting
Demonstrated ability to teach high school classes
Human relations skills to work effectively with students, parents, school administrators and school staff
Knowledge of teaching methods, materials and education practices applicable to secondary school teaching
Ability to prepare effective plans

Nice To Haves

Prior teaching experience preferred
Experience with team teaching
Urban experience

Responsibilities

Follow the scope and sequence of the instructional program as defined and approved by the Danbury Board of Education
Set and reinforce clear expectations and routines
Manage the classroom and individual student behavior to maintain an advantageous learning environment
Prepare lesson plans that achieve clear objectives, uses appropriate techniques, and serves the needs of all learners in the classroom
Demonstrate strong content knowledge of Social Studies
Maintain accurate and complete records as required
Conduct parent/teacher conferences
Assess student learning on continual basis and identify areas of intervention if needed
Keep parents up-to-date of student progress through use of interim reports, report cards, and/or conferences
Design instruction to meet the needs of all students through both individual and small group settings as needed
Design and implement assessments that measure progress and use assessments to refine curriculum and instructional practices
Design clear and specific learning assessments
Maintain a positive learning environment that encourages open communication between the teacher and learner
Maintain a positive school community image that encourages ethical student behavior
Maintain ongoing communication with parents
Assist in the selection of textbooks, equipment and other education materials
Establish and maintain professional relationships
Participate in professional learning by attending seminars and workshops to improve instructional practice and positively affect student achievement
Demonstrate knowledge of teaching methods, materials and educational practices for secondary school teaching of Social Studies