*POSITION: *Social Studies Teacher 7th/9th
*JOB GOAL:*
Plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.
*POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:*
* Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
*DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*
* Understands and supports the mission, vision and values of Harmony Public Schools.
* Models and instills a love of learning
* Designs and implements appropriate instruction of content area(s) assigned in with the school standards, curriculum, and student needs
* Plans, prepares, and delivers lesson plans and instructional materials that maximize student engagement and learning.
* Utilizes a variety of teaching practices and methodologies that reflect diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds in order to meet the individual needs of students.
* Instructs and monitors students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
* Uses relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
* Conducts tutoring sessions to meet all students’ needs.
* Manages student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
* Maintains discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school
* Implements a clear and consistent behavior management system while developing students’ character and sense of community in the classroom.
* Encourages and monitors the progress of individual students and uses information to adjust teaching strategies
* Attends department, school, district and parent meetings.
* Participates in district and campus staff development and serves on staff committees.
* Maintains a professional relationship with colleagues.
* Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
* Prepares required reports on students and activities
* Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all learning activities
* Assigns and grades classwork, homework, tests, and assignments.
* Takes daily attendance
* Communicates necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs
* Establishes and maintains open lines of communication with students, parents, and community members.
* Takes necessary and reasonable precautions to protect the students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
*SKILLS AND ABILITIES:*
* Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
* Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district.
* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internal and external to the district.
* Ability to use effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
* Ability to use computer including software, database used by the district, spreadsheet and word processing software, calculator, copy machine and telephone.
* Ability to analyze data.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
* Light Work: may require the occasional light lifting.
* Nights and weekend activities will be occasionally required.
* Position is in classroom setting and intermittent speaking, standing, walking and writing.
* Moderate travel is required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $55,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Education:
* Bachelor's (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* El Paso, TX 79936: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person