Social Studies Teacher - Hardin Middle School SY

Job Description

Hardin School Districts 17H & 1 have the following position open for the  school year:

Social Studies Teacher – Hardin Middle School

Applicant must have a valid Montana Educator License with a Social Studies (Broadfield) or Elementary curriculum endorsement or be able to obtain certification within 60 days of assuming contracted duties.
Benefit package includes:

• Health & Dental Insurance – District pays 80% of the monthly premium for all levels of coverage (i.e., single, two-party, participant + children, and family).
• Flexible Spending Account for medical and dependent care expenses.
• District retirement program.
• Discretionary leave.
• District issued laptop and/or tablet.
• Paid Professional Development Opportunities & possible teacher student loan forgiveness.

Applicants must submit the following:

• District Online Employment Application
• Resume
• Up-to-Date Transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application process)
• Three (3) Current Letters of Recommendation

Only complete online applications will be considered.

School Districts 17H & 1

Position Title: Middle School Teacher

The person in this position creates a flexible Middle School program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth, utilizing evidence-based curriculum adopted by the Districts. The teacher establishes effective rapport with pupils, and motivates pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for Middle School education in accordance with each pupil’s ability. The teacher also establishes good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

• Plan and implement an approved program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity, interest of the students; and in accordance to state requirements.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior required to provide an orderly and productive learning environment.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and – in harmony with the goals – establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
• Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Develop instructional plans and organize class time to provide a balanced program of differentiated instruction, guided practice, and independent practice.
• Adapt the curriculum to the needs of pupils with varying intellectual abilities, and to accommodate a variety of instructional activities.
• Utilize appropriate technology in lesson planning and implementation.
• Arrange and set up classroom.
• Create an open relationship with parents, providing them with progress reports of their child;
  Communicate regularly with the parents within the normal school day by means of phone calls, conferences, emails, notes, newsletters, etc.
• Evaluate pupils’ academic and social growth, maintain appropriate records and documentation, and prepare progress reports.
• Coordinate schedules with building staff.
• Identify pupils’ needs, make appropriate referrals, and implement strategies for individual education plans.
• Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes.
• Plan and coordinate the work of paraprofessionals, parents, and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.
• Establish procedures and instruct students in proper care, use, and storage of materials and technology equipment to prevent loss or abuse.
• Create an environment for learning through functional and effective displays, interest centers and exhibits of student’s work.
• Assist the administration in all policies and/or rules governing students.
• Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the District and/or in self-selected professional growth activities.
• Collaborate with staff and administration to improve academic, behavioral, and social…