Social Studies Teacher - 8th Grade - Interim @ Grier STEAM Academy

Gaston County Schools•Gastonia, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Social Studies Teacher plans, organizes, and presents instruction and instructional environments that help students learn subject matter and skills contributing to their educational and social development. The role teaches North Carolina Standard Course of Study/Essential Standards and, if hired for high school, courses in the High School Curriculum Guide. The teacher develops and uses instructional materials for students with a wide range of mental, physical, and emotional maturity, and provides individual and group instruction to meet students’ needs and motivate them. The teacher evaluates students’ academic and social growth, maintains appropriate records, supports school and district goals, communicates with parents, and collaborates with professional staff to address student needs. The role also maintains an effective learning environment, develops professional competence, works with the appropriate administrator on evaluation, selects and inventories instructional materials, supervises students during out-of-classroom activities, and participates in committees and student activities. The position reports directly to the Principal and is classified as exempt. A health exam, criminal records check, and drug test are required if an offer is made.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
Must be fully licensed as a Social Studies Teacher (00400) or eligible for licensure.
For middle grades, must be licensed in 78400 or eligible for licensure.
Strong background in North Carolina Course of Study/Essential Standards.
Skill in assessment and using assessment data for teaching and learning.
Ability to meet the needs of all learners and plan, coordinate, and continuously improve instruction.
Ability to analyze situations, consider options, and make appropriate decisions based on facts.
Ability to develop and compile records and reports; prepare correspondence, reports, forms, and instructional materials; and record and deliver information.
Ability to communicate, follow oral and written instructions, and establish and maintain working relationships with parents, students, teachers, staff, and administrators.
Ability to adapt under stress and when confronted with emergency situations.
Ability to manage instructional time and student behavior, monitor student performance, and consult with parents, teachers, and the community to enhance student learning.
Ability to perform assigned non-instructional duties and understand the growth and development of assigned students.
Ability to use classroom equipment and tools such as computers, copiers, calculators, pencils, scissors, and equipment for students.
Ability to perform the listed physical requirements, including standing, walking, handling objects or controls, reaching, talking, hearing, occasional sitting and stooping/kneeling/crouching, and occasional lifting or moving up to 10 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).
Experience with Smartboard© and other forms of technology.

Responsibilities

Teach North Carolina Standard Course of Study/Essential Standards.
Teach courses in the High School Curriculum Guide if hired for high school.
Develop and use instructional materials appropriate for students with varied mental, physical, and emotional maturity.
Provide individual and group instruction designed to meet individual needs and motivate students.
Establish and maintain standards of student control to support effective participation in activities.
Evaluate students’ academic and social growth and maintain appropriate records.
Provide instruction and activities that meet school and district policies, goals, and objectives.
Communicate with parents through a variety of means and hold conferences to discuss student progress and the school program.
Identify student needs and cooperate with professional staff to assess and help address health, attitude, and learning problems.
Create an effective learning environment using functional and attractive displays.
Maintain professional competence through district in-service activities and other professional growth or university courses.
Participate with the appropriate administrator in developing the method of evaluation in accordance with district guidelines.
Select and requisition instructional materials and maintain inventory records.
Cooperate in school-wide supervision of students during out-of-classroom activities.
Participate in faculty or district committees and sponsor student activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.