MS/US Social Studies & History Teacher Job Flowood area,Mississippi USA,Education / Teaching

The Agnes Irwin School, an all‑girls' Pre‑K through 12th grade independent school in the Philadelphia suburbs, is committed to fostering the intellectual and personal growth of girls and young women. Providing its students with a rigorous academic education, AIS is dedicated to developing each student's highest potential in intellect, character, and physical well‑being.

Currently, The Agnes Irwin School is seeking a full‑time Middle School
/
Upper School History and Social Sciences Teacher for the academic year. Successful candidates will be committed to fostering the intellectual and personal growth of students through the mission of The Agnes Irwin School and the Core Values of Strive for Excellence, Lead with Character, Foster Trust and Community, Nurture Passions and Wellbeing, and Respect and Celebrate All.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Teach four sections of Middle and/or Upper School history courses

Implement current curriculum and contribute to its ongoing development

Prepare course materials

Maintain student attendance and grade records

Evaluate and grade student work

Meet individually with students during Office Hours and planning periods

Inform parents and Division Director of students’ progress through written reports and conferences

Create and maintain a caring, safe environment conducive to students doing their best work

Participate in the life of the school by serving as an MS or US advisor and/or club sponsor, as necessary

Participate in all staff meetings, assemblies, and other required school functions, including occasional evening or weekend events

Work constructively with parents and colleagues

Attend conferences, workshops, and other professional development opportunities, and participate in the faculty evaluation process

Assume other duties as assigned

The ideal candidate:

Embraces the Agnes Irwin School’s mission to empower each girl to learn, to lead, and to live a legacy, and is ready to commit to an ethos that centers girls’ education

Regards collaboration as an essential component of professional growth and values working on a team

Demonstrates cross cultural awareness and skills for engaging with and learning from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Has a strong background in many genres of history and proven competency in teaching across culture, era, and geography.

Is willing and eager to take on co‑curricular responsibilities outside of the classroom (eg advising, coaching, club advisor, trip lead, etc), and who finds joy in working with high school students and in participating in school life.

Successful Candidates Will Possess:

Bachelor’s Degree in History, or related field (advanced degree and previous teaching experience preferred)

Proficiency in the use of classroom technology: interactive smart boards, LMS, various Google and Microsoft Office applications, etc

Strong interpersonal skills

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and respect different values and viewpoints

Physical Demands of This Job:

Adequate physical mobility, dexterity, strength, and endurance to actively supervise and lead students and be responsible for their physical safety during all school‑related activities, including evacuations and other emergency response procedures

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MS​/US Social Studies & History Teacher

MS/US Social Studies & History Teacher