Social Studies Teacher

LIONSGATE ACADEMY•Minnetonka, MN

2d•$37,500 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Lionsgate Academy specializes in educating students living with Autism and other learning differences and offers more than a typical school. Support students in grades 7-12 (class sizes 8-16) Collaborate daily with team members and receive mentor support. The Social Studies General Education Teacher is responsible for providing support to the instructional process by serving as a teacher with specific responsibility for supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas; developing lesson plans and delivering group and individual student instruction within established curriculum guidelines; collaborating with other teachers, other professional staff, and administrators in addressing instructional and/or classroom issues; and responding to a wide range of inquiries from students' parents or guardians regarding instructional program and student progress.

Requirements

Possession of a valid Minnesota Teaching License in 5-12 Social Studies
Ability to operate a computer and the software necessary to complete required job tasks
Experience in differentiation, using creative teaching techniques from projectbased to direct-instruction in developing personalized learning plans for each student
Entrepreneurial, innovative and flexible traits that will thrive in a new learning environment
Experienced in the instruction of students with varied learning styles and levels of mastery
Demonstrated ability to work well with families
Ability to work effectively as a team member
Willingness to be held accountable for student results
Ability to evaluate tests and measurements of achievement
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret data or regulations.
Ability to write reports and professional correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisors, co-workers, families, and students.
Ability to competently perform all of the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic responsibilities of all positions at Lionsgate Academy.

Nice To Haves

If not currently licensed, must be willing and eligible to apply for and receive a Tier 1 or 2 Teaching License
Preferred identified classroom experience & teaming experience with special education and regular education service teams
Preferred experience, interest and/or expertise with students on the Autism spectrum

Responsibilities

Develop lesson plans for grades 7 through grades 12 that ensure the attainment of state/district and/or national learning standards and the additional learning standards set forth in the charter, support individual learning plans, and multiple learning styles
Attend Individual Education Plan Team meetings with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and professionals to develop, designed, and promote students educational, physical, and social development
Work with other staff members in implementing accommodations and modifications
Engage in effective and appropriate classroom management by providing an inviting, exciting, innovative, and challenging learning environment
Involve families in the education process
Maintain positive, professional relationships and use appropriate verbal, nonverbal and written communication with all individuals.
Maintain accurate and complete student records, and prepare reports on students as required by law, policies, and administrative regulations
Participates in professional growth activities including conferences, workshops, coursework, trainings, committees, etc.
Regular, prompt attendance.
Work with a team on developing, re-examining, revising and implementing an integrated and differentiated curriculum with integrated projects and use of universal language
Complete IEP reporting forms and other student forms in a timely manner
Work on committees and participate in the governance and development of the school
Explores, disseminates and applies knowledge and information about new or improved methods of instruction and related issues
Maintain digital lesson plans
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.