Middle School History Teacher

Position: Middle School History Teacher- Immediate Hire
WHY WORK FOR MAGNOLIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS?

We provide a culture of accountability, challenge and opportunity that encourages our teachers, faculty and staff to develop and reach their full potential.

We invite you to build and advance your career with Magnolia Public Schools and help contribute to the future success of our mission and vision.

ONE OF OUR LONG-TERM COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES IS THE CALIBER OF OUR PEOPLE:

Magnolia Public Schools bring together smart, talented people from a diversity of backgrounds, where they can bring their "whole self" to work as well as their PASSION for teaching and learning.

HERE IS WHAT WE HAVE TO

OFFER:

* Premium free Medical/Dental and Vision Benefits

* Competitive Salaries

* Organizational sponsored benefits programs

* Generous paid time off banks including two floating holidays

* Tuition Reimbursement

* Professional Development Programs for Teachers, Administrators and support personnel

* Robust career development/talent management process

* Leadership/admin development programs

* Small Class Sizes

* Professional Development

* Induction Support (B.T.S.A)

The primary role and purpose of a teacher is to provide students with appropriate educational activities and experiences that will enable them to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth. Teachers will help students develop the skills necessary to be productive members of society.

Instructional Strategies

* Design, write and use lesson plans that conform to the charter's curriculum. Ensure written plans are available for review. The dean of academics will review all lesson plans

* Ensure lesson plans show modifications for differences in student learning styles

* Teach instructional subjects according to guidelines established by California Department of Education, charter policies and administrative regulations

* Implement appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials and equipment to ensure comprehension of learning styles and student needs

* Design instructional activities by using data from student learning style assessments

* Collaborate with special education teachers on student Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to ensure all modifications are met

* Collaborate with staff to determine charter requirements for the instructional goals, objectives and methods.

* Produce and oversee teacher aide and volunteer assignments

* Employ technology practices to strengthen the instructional process

Growth and Development

* Help students assess and enhance their study methods and habits

* Produce formal and informal testing to evaluate student success

* Coordinate and manage extracurricular duties as assigned

* Sponsor outside activities approved by the charter principal

* Serve as an example for students, support mission of the charter

Classroom Management and Organization

* Prepare classroom to enhance learning and to aid in physical, social and emotional development of students

* Control student behavior in agreement with the student handbook

* Ensure necessary and reasonable measures are taken to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities

* Provide input on book, equipment and material selection

Communication

* Establish communication rapport with parents, students, principals and teachers through conferences.

* Create and maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community members.

* Present information accurately through clear communication skills

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, bend, and sit for long periods of time. The employee must also be able to listen and hear students, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and be appropriately mobile, including by escorting students across campus as needed.

This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the only duties, responsibilities, and qualification for this job. Incumbents may be required to follow any additional related instructions, acquire related job skills and perform other related work as required or assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other

* Enrich job skills through professional development activities

* Keep up to date on and abide by state and charter regulations and policies for classroom teachers

* Gather, manage and file all reports, records and other documents required

* Be active in faculty meetings and assist in staff committees as necessary

Please note that this position may vary from site to site based on specific needs. Other duties may be required as needed.

$61000 - $85000 / year