Social Studies Teacher

Position Type:

Certified Staff/Social Studies Teacher

Date Posted:

11/5/2025

Location:

Rock Springs Junior High School

Date Available:

01/05/2026

Closing Date:

When Filled

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The purpose of a teacher's job is to teach students to read, write, problem solve, computer, how to find information, how to think, how to work cooperatively with others, and to meet all district-required curriculum objectives.

Job Functions:

Essential Functions:

1. Plans and implements a program of study that meets individual needs, interests, and abilities within the curriculum.

2. Uses effective teaching techniques and materials to implement curriculum objectives and goals.

3. Writes weekly lesson plans describing daily learning experiences correlated to curriculum objectives.

4. Monitors and assesses student progress and provides feedback on a regular basis to students and parents/guardians.

5. Diagnoses, instructs, and evaluates specific students' needs and seeks assistance of specialists as needed.

6. Communicates aims/objectives to students in a well-planned, organized manner in clear, concise terms.

7. Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity of the students.

8. Assists administration in implementing all policies, regulations, and rules of Sweetwater County School District Number One.

9. Creates educational experiences to provide students with opportunities to develop potential in self-esteem, personal-social adjustment, decision making, and other life skills.

10. Promotes and follows adopted Sweetwater County School District Number One philosophy and polices and administrative procedures.

11. Communicates concerns and ideas with colleagues, parents, students, and community in a positive manner.

12. Assumes legal responsibilities for supervision of students on school property or in attendance at school-sponsored activities.

13. Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.

14. Assumes individual responsibilities assigned by the principal/supervisor which may relate to committee work, student activities, student supervision, or other planning and professional assignments.

15. Maintains accurate, complete, legible, and correct records as required by law, Sweetwater County School District Number One policy, and administrative regulation.

16. Takes necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

17. Conducts oneself in a business-like and task-oriented manner.

18. Strives to be a good employee as well as an effective teacher.

19. Maintains equipment and lab materials in a safe and orderly fashion.

20. Instructs all students in the safe operation of all equipment and watches that students use the equipment in a correct and safe manner.

Other Functions:

1. Attends and supervises curriculum oriented field trips.

2. Attends parent and staff meetings.

3. Keeps informed by reading current information related to profession.

4. Responds to requests for information in a timely manner.

* -EMPLOYEES ARE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR ALL DUTIES OF THIS JOB-
- Job Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills and Mental Ability:

Possess a broad specific knowledge with specific expertise in areas of certification.

Possess group dynamics and interpersonal skills.

Possess knowledge of psychological, emotional, and educational behavioral development of children.

Possess classroom management skills which include discipline as well as record keeping and assessment ability.

Possess technological and computer skills.

Possess problem solving, imagination, patience, reasoning, creativity, judgement, and analytical abilities.

Utilize scientific artifacts, instruments, and chemicals to demonstrate scientific theory.

Education, License, Certification or Formal Training:

Possess all certificates required for the State of Wyoming.

Possess at a minimum a Bachelor's Degree.

Continue to pursue graduate level classes for professional growth.

Equipment Used:

* Learning Management Systems (LMS) Usage - Ability to navigate and utilize digital learning platforms.

* Classroom Technology Integration - Knowledge of interactive whiteboards, projectors, and student devices.

* Online Assessment Tools - Experience creating and managing digital quizzes, tests, and evaluations.

* Virtual and Hybrid Teaching - Proficiency in video conferencing and remote learning platforms.

* Educational Data Analysis - Ability to interpret student performance data to guide instruction.

* Digital Collaboration Tools - Experience using shared documents, discussion boards, and communication apps.

* Basic Troubleshooting - Ability to resolve minor technical issues with classroom technology.

* Assistive Technology - Understanding of tools that support diverse learning needs.

* Cybersecurity and Digital Safety - Awareness of online privacy, security risks, and digital citizenship.

10. Content Creation and Multimedia - Ability to develop digital learning materials (videos, presentations, infographics).

Physical Demands:

Be able to stand, walk, sit for long…