Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Job Summary

The Academy Charter Middle School Social Studies teacher works to deepen students’ mastery of Social Studies. The teacher is responsible for planning, developing, and delivering instruction to groups of 20-25 students as well as providing small group tutoring for students who need additional instructional support.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Teach a standards-based curriculum
• Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials
• Teach content subject matter
• Incorporate the use of technology on an ongoing basis
• Provide interactive and meaningful learning material to students, maintaining a positive learning environment for active participation of students, assigning homework, and conducting periodic assessments to measure student growth and progress
• Implement and deliver quality instruction to students and execute the instructional program by demanding higher order thinking activities from students in a progressive manner
• Design the curriculum that challenges the learning ability of students and ensure overall development of language
• Create innovative methods of teaching as per the students' varying learning style
• Implement effective classroom management skills that builds a classroom culture
• Actively participate in professional development and works collaboratively with colleagues and instructional leaders to improve instructional practices and student learning
• Build meaningful and professional relationships with students and their families

Pay and Benefits

Pay Transparency: The salary range for this role is $62,500 - $90,000. Base pay offered may vary within the posted range based on several factors, including but not limited to education, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

Requirements

• 2-3 years teaching experience in a public high school or charter school setting, or similar background
• Bachelor’s degree in History from an accredited college or university, Master’s Degree preferred
• Valid New York State Certification (7-12) Preferred