Social Studies Teacher

Company: Van Buren Intermediate School District
Location: Lawrence
Posted on: June 6, 2021

Job Description:

Openings as of 4/28/2021

• Half Time Social Studies Teacher Grades 6-8 / Half Time Elementary Elective Teacher (TBD) JobID: 1276
• Position Type:
  Professional Staff/ Middle School Teacher
  
  
• Date Posted:
  4/28/2021
  
  
• Location:
  South Haven Public Schools
  
  
• Date Available:
  ASAP
  
  
• Closing Date:
  Until Filled
  
  
•    Half Time Social Studies Teacher Grades 6-8
  Half Time Elementary Elective Teacher (TBD)
  Position Purpose
  Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.
  
  Essential Functions
  • Administers school middle school curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
  • Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
  • Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction
  • Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual small group instruction as needed.
  • Instructs students in the principles of responsible citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the South Haven Public Schools.
  • Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
  • Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
  • Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
  • Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
  • Coordinates with other middle school professional staff members, especially within grade level and specific subjects, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
  • Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
  • Supervises students in activities that take place out of the classroom during the school day, including activities involving school transportation.
  • Administers standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs.
  
  
  Additional Duties
  - Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent. The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
  - Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
  - Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
  
  Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
  • Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
  • Knowledge of middle school curriculum and concepts, including all subject matters taught.
  • Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
  • Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
  • Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
  • Ability to organize and coordinate work.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
  • Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
  
  Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
  - Works in standard office and school building environments.
  
  Qualifications Profile
  Certification/License:
  Michigan State Certification as a Secondary Social Studies Teacher
  Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
  
  Education
  - Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
  - Master Degree preferred.
  
  Experience
  Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
  
  FLSA Status: Exempt
  Terms of Employment: Work year and salary commensurate with the SHEA Teacher Contract Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Teacher Evaluation System.
  Internal Posting Closes: April 21 st 2021
  External Posting: April 21 st - Until filled
  
  To Apply: Complete Job Application www.shps.org
  
  Jessica Hodge, Staff Onboarding
  Phone: (269) 637-0536 Email: jobs@shps.org
  South Haven Public Schools
  554 Green Street
  South Haven, MI 49090
  
  Condition of Employment: Fingerprinting is required for all new school employees
  
  South Haven Public Schools shall not discriminate in its policies and practices with respect to compensation, terms or conditions of employment because of age, race, color, national origin, marital status, disability, handicap, physical characteristic, sex, religious belief, sexual orientation, political beliefs, cultural identity, socioeconomic status, familial status and genetic information.
  
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