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Voorhees Township Public Schools - Voorhees, NJ

posted 15 days ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Voorhees, NJ

About the position

The Social Studies Teacher position at Voorhees Middle School is designed to teach students the Social Studies Curriculum aligned with the New Jersey Student Learning Standards (NJSLS). Under the general supervision of the School Principal, the teacher will develop and administer the curriculum, create lesson plans, and translate these plans into engaging learning experiences. The role involves fostering students' understanding of various social studies topics, including history, geography, economics, and political science, while promoting critical thinking and research skills.

Responsibilities

  • Develops and administers Social Studies curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
  • Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences.
  • Teaches knowledge of social studies, incorporating history, geography, economics, political science, systems of government, education, responsible citizenship, and humanities.
  • Develops students' understanding of various racial, ethnic, religious and political groups and mores.
  • Fosters an understanding of the continuity and patterns of human behavior through the ages.
  • Demonstrates the manner in which the past provides a comparative basis for evaluating current issues.
  • Develops students' research skills, interpersonal skills, and ability to make critical value judgments.
  • Promotes students' critical analysis of the effect media has on public discourse.
  • Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress.
  • Modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs.
  • Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping.
  • Encourages parental involvement in students' education.
  • Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards.
  • Coordinates with other professional staff members and participates in faculty meetings.
  • Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids, and other supplies.

Requirements

  • New Jersey Certification Elementary Teacher with Social Studies Content or Secondary Social Studies Certification.
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in an education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
  • Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy.
  • Knowledge of world history in various sub-topics.
  • Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.

Nice-to-haves

  • Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
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