HIGH SCHOOL SOCIAL SCIENCE TEACHER Eligibility Pool

Elk Grove Unified School District (EGUSD) is the fourth-largest school district in California, located in southern Sacramento County. EGUSD covers 320 square miles and includes 62 traditional public schools, five alternative education schools, an adult school, one charter school, and a virtual academy. We offer a multitude of educational programs, including over 60 career-themed academies and pathways within 13 industry sectors, preparing students for college and career by supporting them to be creative problem solvers; self-aware, self-reliant, and self-disciplined; technically literate; effective communicators and collaborators; and engaged in the community as individuals with integrity.

About the Role

Under the direction of a site principal, principal's designee, or other appropriate administrator, plan, implement, monitor, and assess a classroom instructional program.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, monitor, and assess a classroom instructional program consistent with District and Board goals and philosophies, local site goals, and specific objectives based on assessment of student needs.
• Teach reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education, and music to pupils utilizing the course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.
• Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom; support and assist in maintaining district discipline policy and the site discipline plan.
• Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, emotional, social, and learning problems.
• Participate in curricular and extra-curricular school programs, assessment and development activities, student supervision and control, and staff, parent, department, and District meetings.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding goals and objectives of the instructional program, student progress observed, needs or problems, and special accomplishments.
• Develop and communicate curricular and instructional plans and objectives to students and parents, including course descriptions, performance expectations, and other pertinent information to allow parental monitoring; review with the Principal as necessary.
• Assess student progress; communicate student progress to parents at each grading period and in case of unsatisfactory work or other instructional issues.
• Represent the District and assigned school or program to local and State groups as assigned, maintaining a positive and professional image; interact with outside agencies as necessary.
• Provide instruction to students with special needs in accordance with IEP utilizing support services as appropriate; participate in IEP meetings as appropriate.
• Maintain records regarding students, including special education students, in accordance with site and District policy; prepare reports regarding students and classroom matters as directed.
• Develop lesson plans in accordance with site and District policy and practice, and specific plans for substitutes as necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, including courses needed to meet credential requirements and student teaching classroom experience.
• Valid California Teaching Credential.
• Valid Single Subject Social Science Credential.
• English Learner Authorization (CLAD/BCLAD/EL/ELA/SDAIE or equivalent).

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of principles, theories, practices, methods, and techniques used in curriculum development and classroom instruction.
• Understanding of classroom procedures that promote appropriate student conduct and motivation for student learning.
• Knowledge of child guidance principles and practices.
• Ability to adapt plans to meet different needs and learning styles.
• Ability to create an instructional program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth.
• Effective communication, both orally and in writing.
• Strong interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Ability to maintain professional relationships with pupils, parents, colleagues, and supervising staff members.
• Knowledge of applicable sections of the State Education Code and other applicable laws.
• Ability to maintain acceptable standards of physical health, energy, and emotional adjustment to the job environment.
• Consistent, punctual, and regular attendance.

Environment

Classroom or outdoor environment.