Alcott MS Social Studies Teacher Norman, OK

25-26 Alcott MS Social Studies Teacher job at Teach Oklahoma. Norman, OK.

Position Areas

Social Studies

Norman Public Schools
Social Studies Teacher Job Description

Job Title:
Social Studies Teacher

Credentials:
Current Oklahoma Teaching Certificate with endorsements for the appropriate level/subject area.

Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field from College/university recognized by State Board of Education.

Contract Length:

Returning teachers 182 days
New teachers - 182 days + Induction Week

Work Schedule: 30 minutes before and 30 minutes after school and special events outside the regular workday

Sick Leave: 10 days

Personal Business Leave: 3 days

Teacher Retirement:
Paid in full by Norman Public Schools

Evaluation:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with Oklahoma laws and Norman Public School Board of Education policy

Position Purpose

• Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to develop students' knowledge and understanding of world cultures and cultural evolution; to develop skills in research of social orders; and 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.

• To foster an understanding and appreciation of world cultures, languages, racial, ethnic and religious groups, and political systems.

Essential Functions

• Develops and administers Social Studies curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.

• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop unit organization around historical problems, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.

• Teaches knowledge of social studies, incorporating history, geography, economics, political science, systems of government, education, responsible citizenship, and humanities.

• Develops students' understanding of various racial, ethnic, religious and political groups and mores, as well as socio-economic status, and the influence of various factors on human rights and freedom.

• Fosters 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).

• Demonstrates 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.

• Develops 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.

• Promotes students' critical analysis of the effect media has on the flow of information and shaping of public discourse, and encourages students to seek out and compare alternative sources of information concerning the key issues of their world.

• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.

• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.

• Organizes and maintains 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.

• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

• Ensures that student…