Social Studies Teacher/Department Chair - Windsor Mill Middle

About the role

Serves as a coach and leader for teachers as they implement instruction. Under the direction of the school principal, plans and provides appropriate learning experiences for students.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Plans and implements instructional programs that adhere to system wide goals and priorities and meet the needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Prepares and documents appropriate lesson plans, based upon adopted curricula, to teach instructional objectives.
• Communicates standards, achievements, and deficiencies to students and parents.
• Maintains complete and accurate student academic, attendance, and disciplinary records.
• Makes observations and provides feedback to teachers.
• Maintains an instructional environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of curriculum and instructional methods.
• Collaborates with school administrators, other teachers, paraeducators, parents, and community members in the education of students.
• Participates in professional development activities.
• Assists teachers in analyzing multiple sources of student data and designing differentiated instructional programs to meet the needs of all students.
• Oversees the appropriate use and care of textbooks, instructional materials, facilities, and equipment.
• Attends ongoing content and leadership training, which may be held after school hours.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Serves on various committees.

Qualifications

• Education, Training and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Three years’ teaching experience (to include specialized areas such as guidance, speech pathologist, psychologist, PPW, etc.).
• Licenses And Certificates: Possession of a Maryland Educator Professional Certificate appropriate to the area of assignment. OR Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator Professional License appropriate to the area of assignment. Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator Advanced Professional Certificate or Advanced Professional License is preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities: Knowledge of the principles and practices of pedagogy. Knowledge of curriculum. Knowledge of effective instructional techniques. Knowledge of instructional materials and equipment. Knowledge of current issues and trends in content area. Skill in instructing students. Skill in preparing and implementing lesson plans. Skill in communicating with students, their parents, administrators, and others.

Skills

• Knowledge of and skill in the use of database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications.
• Outstanding communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to implement and model effective instructional strategies in the classroom.

Physical And Environmental Conditions

The work of this class is generally performed in a school environment. Work may require the ability to move around the school and classroom.

Grade 10 - Month Pay Scale

SALARY: $60,600 - $120,717 (Valid Until 12/31/2025) $61,026 - $120,717 (Effective 1/1/2026)

Other Compensation

• Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.

Retirement

• Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.

Benefits

• BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans.
• Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves.

Application Instructions

• Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.
• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS).
• Information on your resume and application must match.
• This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application.
• Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors.
• Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment.
• Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application may result in your application not being considered.
• A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.
• You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you are applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.
• Proof Of Licenses, Certifications And Education: Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position.
• Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study.
• Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable only at the application stage.
• Official transcripts must be provided only after you have accepted a contingent offer.
• Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered.
• Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with your application.
• Proof Of Degree Equivalency: Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from a MSDE approved Foreign Transcript Evaluation Agency.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activates and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Officer of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937).

Contact Information

Wendy Gigler
Human Resources Officer
Certificated Staffing
443-809-6009
wgigler@bcps.org