High School Social Studies Teacher
Position Type:
High School Teaching/Social Studies - GeneralDate Posted:
7/31/2023Location:
Greybull High SchoolDate Available:
08/10/2023Closing Date:
Open until filledSocial Studies Teacher (Grades 9-12) Position Purpose The purpose of a teacher's job is to teach students to read, write, problem solve, compute, how to find information, how to think, how to work cooperatively with others, and to meet all district-required curriculum objectives.
Essential Functions Develops and administers Social Studies education 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 to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs.
Maintains familiarity with district and Wyoming State standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests.
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 to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Additional Duties Coaching endorsements preferred.
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note:
The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.
It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
Knowledge of Social Studies and other content areas 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.
Certification/License:
Wyoming State Certification as an Social Studies Education Teacher 9-12.
Education:
Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Masters Degree in related area preferred.
Experience:
Successful prior teaching experiences in Social Studies a plus.
FLSA Status:
Exempt Recommended Skills Adaptability Communication Data Analysis Information Systems Problem Solving Software Applications Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
High School Teaching/Social Studies - GeneralDate Posted:
7/31/2023Location:
Greybull High SchoolDate Available:
08/10/2023Closing Date:
Open until filledSocial Studies Teacher (Grades 9-12) Position Purpose The purpose of a teacher's job is to teach students to read, write, problem solve, compute, how to find information, how to think, how to work cooperatively with others, and to meet all district-required curriculum objectives.
Essential Functions Develops and administers Social Studies education 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 to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs.
Maintains familiarity with district and Wyoming State standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests.
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 to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Additional Duties Coaching endorsements preferred.
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Note:
The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.
It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
Knowledge of Social Studies and other content areas 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.
Certification/License:
Wyoming State Certification as an Social Studies Education Teacher 9-12.
Education:
Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Masters Degree in related area preferred.
Experience:
Successful prior teaching experiences in Social Studies a plus.
FLSA Status:
Exempt Recommended Skills Adaptability Communication Data Analysis Information Systems Problem Solving Software Applications Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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