SY 25-26 Teacher - Middle School Social Studies

ISL Branding•New Orleans, LA

About The Position

Our mission at International School of Louisiana is to provide a challenging education emphasizing language immersion, international awareness, the celebration of diversity and community responsibility. The employee must understand and support the school mission. The Teacher is responsible for providing an educational atmosphere where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or higher required
Demonstrates strong work ethic to achieve school goals
Displays effective multi-tasking and time management skills
Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices
Ability to conform to an established work schedule
Effective interpersonal skills
Computer/Technology knowledge and skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices

Nice To Haves

Teaching and online experience valued
Teaching Certificate preferred
Target language proficiency where appropriate

Responsibilities

Guides the learning process of students in the classroom to ensure achievement of curriculum goals and state standards, as well as state and federal guidelines
Implements instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences
Identifies, selects, and modifies instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs – where applicable, translating material
Assists in assessing changing curricular needs and offers plans for improvement.
Performs professional responsibilities in terms of attendance, maintenance of records, timely submission of reports, following schedules and duties
Provides a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process
Counsels with students, parents, counselors, and support personnel on a regular basis to give feedback on student performance and to plan for instruction
Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis
Collaborates with peers to enhance the instructional environment
Models professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and community
Ensures that student growth and achievement is continuous and appropriate for age group, subject area, and/or program classification
Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and schools.
Assumes responsibility for meeting his/her course and school-wide student performance goals
Demonstrates gains in student performance
Works with Computer/Technology Applications (Student Data base, Google Classroom, Google Suite: Documents, Slides, Sheets and Goggle Meets)
Navigates online learning platforms
Meets professional obligations through efficient work habits
Maintains compliance with all school policies and procedures
Interacts collaboratively and productively with school site personnel
Expresses thoughts professionally in oral and written language
Keeps abreast of current research, trends and issues in education by participating and engaging in professional development activities
Documents and/or reports attendance as prescribed by school, supplying all necessary documents for processing of payment for services
Performs related duties as assigned by supervisor
Maintains compliance with all school policies and procedures
Performs other duties as required.