Secondary Social Studies Teacher

Secondary Social Studies Teacher 7-12  School Year)

To develop students’ knowledge and understanding of social studies, incorporating history, geography, economics, political science, systems of government, education, responsible citizenship, and humanities.

To develop an understanding of the existence and importance of geographical, historical, cultural and political factors that influence the development of world societies, socio-economic systems and political systems, as well as their inter-relationship and interdependence.

• Develop and administer the Social Studies curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences
• Teach knowledge of social studies, incorporating history, geography, economics, political science, systems of government, education, responsible citizenship, and humanities
• Foster an understanding of the continuity and patterns of human behavior through the ages, and an awareness of the complexity and interrelationship of local, state, national and world problems and approaches to their solution(s)
• Demonstrate the manner in which the past provides a comparative basis from which to evaluate the nature of current issues and predict courses of action for the future, with continuous cross reference to contemporary matters of importance
• Develop students’ research skills, interpersonal skills, and ability to make critical value judgments and contribute to the thoughtful exchange of ideas, through a variety of reading, writing, group discussion and presentation assignments to stimulate self-reliance in problem‑solving and drawing conclusions
• Promote students’ critical analysis of the effect media has on the flow of information and shaping of public discourse, and encourage students to seek out and compare alternative sources of information concerning the key issues of their world
• Teach knowledge and skills in the area of Social Studies in accordance with district curriculum
• Promote critical and creative thinking and analysis in the application of social studies in the solution of practical problems
• Promote a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials for specific subject area that is to be taught
• Translate lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, that challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction
• Design learning activities to demonstrate the application of social studies to everyday existence, including research projects, demonstrations, activities, etc.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student learning and progress
• Modifiy instructional methods to fit individual student’s needs, including students with special needs
• Conduct individual and small group instruction as needed
• Maintain familiarity with district and Arkansas State standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests
• Continue to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research
• Organize and maintain a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws
• Encourage parental involvement in students’ education and ensure effective communication with students and parents
• Ensure that student conduct conforms to the school’s standards and school district policies
• Etablishe and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom
• Coordinate with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participate in faculty meetings and committees
• Select appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment, maintains inventory records, and ensures equipment is in good working order
• Adhere to all policies of the District and the Code of…