High School Social Studies Teacher

Teacher

Reports to: Principal

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Pay Grade/Days: Teacher Pay Schedule/187

Primary Purpose: Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: Bachelor's degree from accredited university

Valid Texas teaching certificate in a core content area (ELAR)

Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of subjects assigned

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience: At least one year of student teaching or approved internship

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies:

Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.

Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.

Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.

Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.

Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.

Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).

Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.

Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).

Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.

Student Growth and Development:

Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.

Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.

Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school district.

Classroom Management and Organization:

Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

Communication:

Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.

Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.

Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Professional Growth and Development:

Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

Other:

Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.

Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Regular attendance

Other duties as assigned

It is the responsibility of each employee that all tasks be conducted in a safe and efficient manner complying with all local, state and federal safety and health regulations, programmatic standards, and special safety concerns identified by WFISD for use in a particular area or with a student. Although most safety regulations are consistent throughout each department and program, it is the responsibility of employees to identify and familiarize themselves with the emergency plan for their working areas. Failure to follow WFISD's safety and health procedures or conduct that places the employee, student, volunteer, or property at risk may lead to employee disciplinary action or termination.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise assigned teacher aide(s).

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex, (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice.