Social Science Teacher

Qualifications

Professional Educator License (PEL) issued by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE)

Responsibilities/Job Description

• Demonstrates the ability to focus on and utilize current events in learning situations.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate with students by giving clear, explicit directions and explanations.
• Uses positive reinforcement to encourage learning on the part of students.
• Constructs tests which measure skills taught in classroom based upon the goals and objectives of the lesson.
• Presents evidence of having a classroom management plan.
• Communicates to students what the expectations are as concerns: rules of the classroom, cooperation and participation in classroom activities and discussions, classroom assignments and/or homework.
• Handles routine problems within his/her classroom utilizing the classroom management plan.
• Maintains a balance of teacher/pupil participation and interaction.
• Establishes appropriate lesson plans and class presentations for the age level and grade under instruction.
• Guides pupils into efficient study habits.
• Presents evidence of having a classroom management plan.
• Communicates to students what the expectations are as concerns: rules of the classroom, cooperation and participation in classroom activities and discussions, classroom assignments and/or homework.
• Handles routine problems within his/her classroom utilizing the classroom management plan.
• Ensures neatness and orderliness are in evidence in the classroom.
• Demonstrates concern for the care of district-owned educational materials and equipment.
• Shows empathy for pupil concerns.
• Maintains a neat, professional, and personal appearance.
• Exhibits personal qualities in the classroom which promote a good learning climate.
• Adapts to the changing social climate of his/her classroom as it occurs.
• Exhibits enthusiasm for the pupil in his/her classroom.
• Uses voice inflections appropriate for given classroom setting.
• Exhibits a sense of humor when appropriate in the classroom setting.
• Uses proper English usage in the classroom.
• Maintains poise and self-control in the classroom.
• Strives to improve his/her teaching techniques.
• Works to get along with fellow colleagues.
• Strives to develop a positive line of communication between teacher, student, and parent.
• Projects professionalism in his/her conduct in all school settings.
• Assumes responsibilities outside the classroom as they relate to school.
• Exercises responsibility for student management, both in the buildings and on school grounds.
• Assumes necessary non-instructional responsibilities.