Anticipated Probationary Social Studies Teacher

Anticipated Social Studies Teacher

Position:
Anticipated Social Studies Teacher

School Year:

Location:

DAKE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADES (7-8)

Credentials:
New York State Social Studies Certification

Salary: $44,906- $56,117

Starting Date:
September 1, 2026

Apply by:
July 10, 2026

West Irondequoit Central School District is in compliance with the U.S. Civil Service Rights Act of 1964 and the Title IX Educational Amendments of 1972, Part 86. The School District provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran, military status, or domestic violence victim status.

Secondary Social Studies Teacher

Primary Responsibility:
The Secondary Social Studies teacher will create a welcoming and inclusive class environment favorable to learning and personal growth for all students in alignment with the district's mission and core commitments.

Curriculum & Instruction:
Plan and implement instruction based upon district standards and best instructional practices aligned to the K-12 instructional model. Implement the instructional program, including practices to support a multi-tiered system of support. Establish positive relationships and rapport with students, parents, and staff members. Understand and implement culturally responsive curriculum which is standards based.

Utilize formative and summative assessment to monitor and differentiate instructional practice based upon learners. Analyze class building, district, and state assessment data to inform curriculum implementation and instructional decisions. Document student progress, learning, and outcomes; address specific educational needs of students; and provide feedback to students, parents/guardians and administration regarding student progress.

Create a safe and positive learning environment to support all students. Maintain professional competence through in-service education, coursework, and professional growth activities.

Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to be productive citizens. Continually support student growth academically, socially and emotionally.

Collaborate with colleagues, district leadership and families to create a classroom culture that supports high expectations for student learning. Provide regular and effective communication w/families to support home/school connections.

Abide by employment provisions provided for in the collective bargaining agreement. Mandatory reporter for incidents of child abuse, harassment, intimidation, bullying, fights, substance abuse etc. Observe strict confidentiality regarding student data and information.

Qualifications:

Valid teaching certificate for the State of New York with required endorsement in area of assignment. Prior experience in the school setting preferred, but not required. Successful New York State fingerprint clearance.

Authority:
The Secondary Social Studies teacher is directly responsible to the building principal and district leadership.