Social Studies Teacher

Lynchburg City Schools • Lynchburg, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

To develop and implement an educational program that will effectively provide the best possible education for each child.

Requirements

• Candidates must be eligible for a Virginia Teaching License with an endorsement in History or History and Social Science.
• Candidates must possess strong teaching, interpersonal, organizational, and administrative skills
• Must take responsibility and be independent in accomplishing all instructional and administrative objectives
• Must possess the ability to work in a flexible school environment.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates long-range planning and knowledge of the student area.
• Completes daily written lesson plans that fulfill learning objectives consistent with LCS’s curricula and SOLs.
• Plans for individual student differences.
• Works to achieve division/school/department objectives.
• Utilizes a variety of teaching methods.
• Communicates objective(s) and purpose(s) of the lesson.
• Utilizes various forms of technology to assist in the delivery of instruction.
• Provides opportunities for student responses and gives appropriate feedback to students.
• Utilizes effective motivational strategies.
• Pace's instruction is to provide opportunities for student success.
• Delivers curriculum and instruction according to the school division guidelines.
• Sets communicates, and maintains high standards for responsible student behavior.
• Plans and makes effective use of time, materials, and resources.
• Organizes students for effective instruction.
• Demonstrates respect, consideration, and courtesy.
• Cooperates with other teachers to exchange ideas.
• Accepts and/or professionally offers constructive suggestions.
• Maintains a learning environment that contributes to a positive school climate.
• Provides opportunities for success for all students.
• Maintains accurate records measuring student achievement.
• Presents data/artifacts demonstrating student growth.
• Analyzes test scores to establish and revise academic goals to provide instruction at the appropriate level.

Benefits

• This is a 10-month position with full benefits.
• Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/personnel/employee-pay-scales

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed