Social Studies Teacher (one-year-only) Anticipated

Portsmouth School Department•Portsmouth, RI

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the school principal and/or appropriate supervisor, this role plans and provides appropriate learning experiences for students. The teacher will foster an environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of individuals to ensure student success. Responsibilities include supervising students in various school-related settings, monitoring and evaluating student outcomes, and communicating with students, parents, staff, and the community. The role involves developing, selecting, and modifying instructional plans and materials in accordance with an approved curriculum to meet diverse student needs, maintaining appropriate records, and ensuring the proper use and care of equipment, materials, and facilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in applicable field of education from an accredited college or university.
Certificate required by the Rhode Island State Department of Education.
Current Rhode Island Teacher Certificates in the appropriate subject area and level.
In accordance with Rhode Island’s Right to Read Act, all educators must demonstrate awareness of and/or proficiency in the Science of Reading.
All qualified candidates will have completed an approved Right to Read training program or possess current certification of proficiency or awareness (out-of-state teachers may be granted one year from their date of hire to complete the required training).
Awareness Certification requires 10-hours of training, which can be completed online, and free-of-charge on BRIDGE-RI.
For positions requiring Proficiency, more intensive coursework is required. Educators can achieve this by completing state-approved certificate/degree programs (e.g., reading specialist certification or a related Master's degree).
Upon successful completion of approved proficiency training, educators can apply for a free Literacy/Dyslexia Endorsement to add to their teaching certificate.
Must meet the “highly qualified” criteria defined by the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001.
Demonstrated proficiency with PC-based computer applications, Google Suite, Microsoft Office applications, e-mail, Web applications, and industry-specific technology.

Responsibilities

Creates a rigorous classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process and enables each student to achieve learning objectives.
Participates in and implements district and school-based professional development activities.
Plans and conducts activities for a balanced program of instruction that incorporates appropriate modeling and provides students with opportunities to learn, observe, question, and investigate in alignment with appropriate national, state and local standards.
Instructs students individually and in groups using various teaching methods such as workshop model, stations, discussions and demonstrations.
Differentiates instruction to meet students’ varying needs and interests.
Takes all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
Develops and maintains positive and cooperative interactions and communications with parents, colleagues and community.
Monitors and assesses student progress using data and adjusts instruction accordingly.
Makes recommendations about and adheres to appropriate accommodations for all types of formal assessments.
Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a positive learning environment in the classroom.
Adheres to the Rhode Island Educator Code of Professional Responsibility.
Works collaboratively with colleagues at the school and district level to improve teaching, learning and educational programming for students.
Ability and willingness to work in teams and co-taught settings.
Performs other duties as designated by the building principal.
Is accessible to students for academic support beyond the classroom.