Social Studies Teacher

Social Studies Teacher

Collins Career Technical Center - Chesapeake, Ohio

The Lawrence County Joint Vocational School District is seeking a Social Studies Teacher. This position provides classroom instruction that helps students build knowledge in history, government, economics, geography, and citizenship. The teacher supports student growth, career readiness, and the mission of LCJVSD. This role follows district policies, Board directives, and all required training expectations used across LCJVSD job descriptions. Suggested Clifton Strengths:
Developer, Communication, Learner, Responsibility, Individualization

Responsibilities:

• Teach social studies courses aligned to Ohio learning standards
• Plan lessons, activities, projects, and assessments that support student learning
• Use clear instruction to help students understand history, government, economics, geography, and current civic topics
• Support literacy, critical thinking, research, discussion, and writing skills
• Monitor student progress, attendance, and classroom performance
• Maintain accurate records, grades, and required reports
• Create a safe, respectful, and organized classroom environment
• Use technology and instructional tools to support learning
• Adapt instruction for students with different learning needs and skill levels
• Work with staff, administration, families, and community partners to support student success
• Support employability skills, responsible citizenship, and positive workplace behavior
• Complete all required training assigned by the district in a timely manner
• Follow district policies, administrative regulations, and Board directives
• Support the mission and educational goals of LCJVSD
• Contribute to district marketing and communications efforts, including social media or content sharing, in accordance with established procedures

The Lawrence County Joint Vocational School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Final hiring authority rests with the Superintendent and the Board of Education. Position Type:
Full-time

Job Categories:

• Classroom Teacher >
  High School / Secondary
• Classroom Teacher >
  Social Studies:
  Current Issues
• Classroom Teacher >
  Social Studies:
  General
• Classroom Teacher >
  Social Studies:
  Geography
• Classroom Teacher >
  Social Studies:
  Government
• Classroom Teacher >
  Social Studies:
  Military
• Classroom Teacher >
  Social Studies: US History
• Classroom Teacher >
  Social Studies:
  World History

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Ohio teaching license or ability to obtain proper licensure for Social Studies
• Bachelor's degree in education, social studies, history, or a related field
• Knowledge of Ohio learning standards for social studies
• Ability to teach high school students with different learning needs and backgrounds
• Ability to use classroom technology and learning management systems
• Meets all health requirements required by law
• Successfully passes BCI/FBI background check as required by Board policy

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching high school social studies
• Experience in a career-technical school setting
• Knowledge of project-based learning and career-connected instruction
• Strong classroom management skills
• Experience supporting students with IEPs, 504 plans, or other learning supports

Contact Information:

• James Woda
• 11627 State Route 243
• Chesapeake, Ohio 45619
• Phone:
• Email: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).