26-27 Social Studies Teacher

Herron Classical Schools•Indianapolis, IN

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The ideal Social Studies teacher at Herron-Riverside High School is licensed in Historical Perspectives and can teach high school level US History and AP US History. At Herron-Classical Schools, all classroom teachers are responsible for advancing Herron & Herron-Riverside High School’s mission and embodying our core values by ensuring all scholars access quality classical education that leads to systematic academic achievement and strong character development. The person in this role builds relationships based in trust and respect with scholars, families, and staff members; directly leads our scholars’ learning by setting clear, high standards for scholars’ academic and behavioral expectations; planning lessons that engage scholars’ curiosity and interest; evaluates effectiveness and adjusts instructional strategies based on scholars’ performance, and models the core values we strive to instill in all of our scholars. Taken together, our classroom teachers are integral to ensuring scholars rapidly progress toward, and ultimately attain, mastery of grade-level academic standards and exceed our behavioral expectations. In this role, our classroom teachers will: Nurture a positive relationship with colleagues. Demonstrate respect for colleagues. Support corporation decisions and direction relative to matters of policy and administrative directives. Work as a team player. Demonstrate ability to deal with sensitive issues in a tactful and professional manner. Demonstrate commitment to our diversity and inclusion statement.

Requirements

Hold a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate academic discipline; Master’s degree preferred.
Hold and maintain Indiana state educator license in the appropriate academic discipline.
Have at least five (5) years experience teaching in the appropriate academic discipline and been rated Highly Effective for the most recent two (2) yearly evaluations.
Have demonstrated leadership in the field of education.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree

Responsibilities

Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.
Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning and is consistent with Herron Classical Schools’ Core Values and vision for student culture.
Together with scholars, set, support, and maintain high standards of classroom behavior.
Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media to differentiate instruction and meet student needs that leads to college-readiness measured by SAT proficiency.
Participate in grade-level meetings and utilize student data to inform instruction.
Regularly evaluate student progress and collaborate with colleagues to adjust instruction in response to student needs.
Take reasonable precautions to protect scholars, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules and policies.
Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with scholars and their parents concerning student academic and behavioral progress.
Attend scheduled faculty meetings, professional development meetings, and other sessions as determined by the school’s leadership team and Herron Classical School’s executive leadership team.
Attend evening events that include but may not be limited to Parent Orientation, Meet the Teacher Night, Parent/Teacher Conferences, and Open Houses.
Perform other duties as assigned.