High School Global History Teacher

Dr. Richard Izquierdo Health & Science Charter School is seeking a certified, or on the pathway to certification, and experienced History teacher (Global and/or US History) to provide instruction to our high school students.

Responsibilities

• Content Knowledge and Planning
  • Exhibit an understanding of and skills relevant to the subject area(s) taught
  • Demonstrate an ability to make topics and activities meaningful and relevant to each student
  • Integrate available technology resources compatible with students’ needs and abilities
  • Develop unit and lesson plans that are clear, logical, and sequential aligned to standards and regents exams, when appropriate
  • Plan with appropriate specialist(s) to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students
• Instructional Strategies
  • Link present content/skills with past and future learning experiences
  • Effectively use various instructional strategies (e.g., modeling, cooperative learning, collaboration, and reading and writing in the content areas) to differentiate learning for all students
  • Effectively use questioning strategies to engage students and promote learning
  • Monitor students’ understanding of the lesson and adjust teaching when appropriate
  • Maximize student learning by providing opportunities for all learners to participate actively and successfully
  • Explain content and demonstrate skills in a variety of ways to meet the needs of all students
  • Hold each learner individually responsible for learning
• Assessment
  • Use results of a variety of assessments to monitor and modify instruction as needed
  • Effectively use both teacher-made and standardized tests, as appropriate, to measure student performance
  • Use oral, non-verbal, and written forms of student assessment
  • Organize, maintain, and use records of student progress to make effective instructional decisions
  • Continuously monitor students’ progress before, during, and after instruction, and provide meaningful feedback
  • Demonstrate competence in the use of acceptable grading/ranking/scoring practices in recording and reporting student achievement
• Student Communication and Rapport
  • Use precise language and acceptable oral expression and written communication
  • Articulate clear learning goals and instructional procedures for the lesson to the students
  • Model caring, fairness, courtesy, respect and active listening
  • Model concern for students’ emotional and physical well being
  • Seek and maintain positive interactions with students in all school settings
  • Seek information about student interests and opinions
• Classroom Management
  • Enforce the school’s student behavior policies while investing students in the classroom community
  • Communicate clear expectations about behavior to students and parents
  • Actively monitor student behavior and provide feedback in a constructive manner to students and parents
  • Create a physical setting and establish routines that promote learning and minimize disruption
  • Structure transitions in an efficient and constructive manner
  • Manage emergency situations, as they occur, in school settings
• Professional Demeanor and Development
  • Work cooperatively with a co-teacher and all colleagues for the benefit of students
  • Maintain a professional appearance following the school’s dress code policy
  • Interact with colleagues and students in an ethical and professional manner
  • Carry out duties in accordance with established policies, practices, and regulations
  • Select appropriate channels for resolving concerns and problems, and maintain confidentiality
  • Complete all classroom and school assignments and responsibilities in a timely and effective manner
  • Participate in professional growth activities including conferences, workshops, course work and committees or membership in professional organizations
  • Explore and apply knowledge and information about new or improved methods of instruction and related issues
  • Identify areas of personal strength and weakness and seek improvement of skills and professional performance
  • Be self-reflective to improve upon your practice on a regular basis
• School Community and Culture
  • Initiate communication with parents or guardians concerning student progress or problems in a timely manner
  • Respond promptly to parental concerns and encourage parental involvement within the school
  • Interact with parents and the community by providing useful information regarding the school
  • Work cooperatively with community members in carrying out school and community-sponsored functions
  • Build collaborative relationships with colleagues, sharing teaching insights and coordinating student learning
  • Support school goals and initiatives and complete other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities

• Plan, organize, develop and conduct a comprehensive teaching and instruction program
• Provide appropriate and effective learning experiences for pupils from a wide range of achievement levels
• Demonstrate good judgment and good problem-solving skills
• Respond appropriately to evaluation and changes in the work setting
• Knowledge or ability to use SIS (student information systems) or online learning platforms (PowerSchool, Google Classroom, etc.)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree in Education or History preferred
• At least 2 years prior teaching experience in high school
• NYS certification in teaching preferred
• Demonstrated success working in non-traditional and/or urban school settings
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience with educational technology

Pay

$75,000 - $105,000 annually (Based on Experience)

Schedule

This is a full-time 10-month position. The regular hours and workdays are Monday through Friday, 7:55 am to 3:55 pm, in addition to any special events to which all staff are expected to attend.