Middle Grades Social Studies Teacher

Middle Grades Social Studies Teacher

Salary: $ 47,500.00-$58,480.00 (or per the 2026 - 2027 Salary Schedule)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution.
• Certified by the State of Florida in Elementary Education (K-6), Mathematics 6-9 or 6-12
• Satisfactory criminal background check.
• Note:
  
  Beginning January 1, 2026, new hires must be screened through the Clearinghouse.

Application Procedure:
Online Applications Only

Apply online annee.k12.fl.us

Planning/Preparation:

• Establish long and short range plans based on student needs and District and state curriculum requirements.
• Select, develop, or modify instructional materials to enhance learning and meet the needs of students with diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.
• Plan and prepare work for students which is clear, compelling and engaging.
• Plan and prepare lessons and instructional delivery systems which include clear links to the school improvement plan and the District mission.
• Plan and prepare instructional strategies that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.
• Assist in preparing for changing curriculum needs and continuous improvement.

Classroom Management:

• Maintain a positive, organized, and safe learning environment.
• Manage time effectively.
• Manage materials and equipment effectively.
• Instruct and supervise the work of volunteers and aides when assigned.
• Establish and maintain effective and efficient record-keeping procedures.
• Use appropriate student behavior management techniques.
• Assist in enforcement of school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policies.

Assessment/Evaluation:

• Develop and use assessment strategies (traditional and alternative) to assist the continuous development of learners.
• Interpret and use data, including but not limited to standardized and other test results, for diagnosis, instructional planning, and program evaluation.
• Carry out responsibilities for test administrators, i.e., handle materials in a secure manner.
• Seek out multiple data sources providing evidence of student growth and developmental needs.
• Maintain specific records of data collection.

Intervention/Direct Services:

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of curriculum content.
• Apply principles of learning and effective teaching in instructional delivery.
• Use a variety of instructional strategies appropriate for teaching students from diverse backgrounds with different learning styles and special needs.
• Use appropriate techniques and strategies to enhance the application of critical, creative and evaluative thinking capabilities of students.
• Use appropriate materials, technology, and resources to help meet learning needs of all students.
• Provide appropriate instruction and modification for students with special needs.
• Provide quality work for students, focused on meaningful, relevant, and engaging learning experiences.
• Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.
• Provide instruction on safety procedures and proper handling of materials and equipment.
• Recognize overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate intervention, referral, or reporting actions.

Technology:

• Use appropriate technology in instructional delivery.
• Use technology to establish an atmosphere of active learning.
• Provide students with opportunities to use technology to gather and share information with others.
• Facilitate student access to the use of electronic resources.
• Explore and evaluate new technologies and their educational impact.
• Use technology to review student assessment data.
• Use technology for administrative tasks.

Collaboration:

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with other professionals, students, parents and community.
• Collaborate with students, parents, school staff, and other appropriate persons to assist in meeting student standards.
• Maintain effective communication with parents to solicit input in relation to student needs.
• Collaborate with peers to create quality instructional environment.

Staff Development:

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