Teacher - Social Studies (Gr 6-8) - 994197

About the role

Nova Southeastern University (NSU) was founded in 1964 and is a not-for-profit, independent university known for academic excellence and innovation. NSU offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans, and much more. NSU is committed to the health and welfare of its students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors, maintaining a tobacco-free environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides daily subject matter instruction to meet group and individualized student needs as assigned by the Director.
• Records and maintains school, classroom, and students' information such as attendance, student files, referral information, progress reports, lesson plans, curriculum development, etc.
• Attends and participates in departmental/division meetings, planning projects, activities, and school related evening and weekend programs.
• Be responsible for the arrangement and storage of materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Observes, reports, and takes immediate action to ensure the prevention and elimination of safety hazards throughout the building and grounds.
• Prepares daily and weekly lesson plans in a manner that is responsive to school's philosophy, and in team or grade level planning.
• Establishes and maintains a positive learning environment that reflects the school's philosophy.
• Refers students, when necessary, following school procedures.
• Communicates with parents and professional staff on a regular basis.
• Be responsible for following curriculum guidelines to include remediating, developing, and enriching computer-based learning experiences.
• Integrates technology into the teaching-learning process.
• Maintains proper discipline and assist students in developing self-discipline and a sense of responsibility.
• Establishes a humanistic, systematic classroom code of conduct.
• Participates in arrival/dismissal, playground, and lunchroom supervisory responsibilities as assigned by the Director.

Requirements

• Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: None specifically listed.
• Required Education: Bachelor's Degree (Major not specified).
• Required Experience: None specified.
• Preferred Qualifications: Valid State of Florida Certification, Master's Degree, One (1) year teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Valid State of Florida Certification.
• Master's Degree.
• One (1) year teaching experience.

Benefits

NSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans, and much more. The benefits package also includes a tobacco-free environment and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is contingent upon the availability and continuation of external funding and/or contract. The exact schedule will be determined based on the availability of funding.

Pay

The pay for this position is commensurate with experience.

Skills

No specific skills are listed as essential for this position.

Benefits

NSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans, and much more. The benefits package also includes a tobacco-free environment and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Pre-Employment Conditions

Background screening is required for employment.

Sensitivity Disclaimer

Nova Southeastern University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities. The university will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

EEO Statement

Nova Southeastern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.