Middle School Social Sciences Teacher

The individual holding this teaching position is part of a larger faculty team dedicated to working together with students in a highly interactive and collaborative learning environment that inspires inquiry and an enduring love of learning. Cary Academy teachers are expected to share a passion for their content area(s) in engaging and meaningful ways and to challenge students to relate their learning to other disciplines and to the world in which they live. They also serve as advisors, contribute to the school’s rich experiential and extracurricular programming, and participate actively in the life of our learning community.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

As a member of the Teaching Faculty: Teach a standard load of classes (typically 4 sections), including curriculum design, materials development, assessment, and feedback to students. Lead and support a group of student advisees, providing academic guidance, nurturing social-emotional connection, and facilitating advisory programming in collaboration with a grade-level advisor team. Develop and facilitate experiential learning opportunities in support of the work of the Center for Community Engagement. Participate in the community life of our school by attending student events and sponsoring clubs and/or other student activities. As a Cary Academy Employee: Engage actively in the school’s diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism work in all aspects of your professional responsibilities and interactions in furtherance of Cary Academy’s commitment to equity and justice. Attend and actively participate in all required school professional development activities in areas to include, but not limited to, safety and security; diversity, equity, and inclusion; student learning and support; technology; and school operations. Engage authentically in processes of self-reflection and improvement of practice, including full participation in the school’s Professional Growth and Renewal Program. Complete all required administrative and operational tasks and comply with all applicable regulatory requirements and school policies and procedures as articulated in handbooks, operating guides and other school policy and procedure communications and documentation in a responsive and timely manner. Use designated technology assets and platforms as directed by school policies and procedures to allow for secure, effective, and collaborative school operations. Work collaboratively with the Information Services team to research, implement and evaluate technology resources related to position responsibilities. Perform other projects and duties as assigned in support of both divisional and school operations and initiatives. #J-18808-Ljbffr National Association of Independent Schools