Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Description

The School District of Rhinelander is seeking a fully licensed Middle School Social Studies Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. As a District we are focused on Student Growth and Success, Operational Stewardship, High Performing Teams and Engagement. Our District is actively working towards target based grading and we continue to invest in the development and execution of professional learning communities (PLCs). We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including up to $20,000 towards your continuing education (i.e. graduate degree, additional licensure etc).

Our systems provide staff with various curricular resources and trainings so to be successful in their roles. In addition staff are supported by our team of Administrators, Instructional Coaches, Mentors and Specialists. Our Mission is Equity, Empowerment, Excellence for All! #TheHodagWay

If you are interested in learning more about our District and/or would like to schedule a visit prior to applying please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io


REPORTS TO: Building Principal

QUALIFICATIONS:
A minimum of a bachelor's degree in the area of employment.
A valid teacher's license (certificate) issued by Teacher Certification, Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Demonstrated ability to work with groups and individuals, skill in organizing ideas and presenting them with clarity and conciseness, creative and imaginative approach to problem-solving, ability to make sound decisions and withstand pressures, and an understanding of child development.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education and/or Superintendent of Schools may find appropriate and acceptable.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDED BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
• Engage students through instructional best practices
• Incorporate differentiated instructional strategies into lesson planning and delivery
* Collaborate effectively within a Professional Learning Community
• Collaborate with 6-12 social studies department colleagues
• Develop, implement and analyze common assessments to inform instruction
• Develop and build positive relationships(Be a Champion for our students)
• Incorporate Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) into daily lessons
• Remain current and utilize evidence based best practices
• Integration of technology and understanding of ITL standards
• Uphold JWMS mission, vision and staff commitments
*Practice and promote community building, restorative practices, and character education
*Positive teacher leader
*Reflective Practitioner
*Effective classroom engagement/management practices
Additional Preferable Qualifications Include the Knowledge, Use and Application of:
*Participation in co-curricular activities
• The Wisconsin Teacher Professional Development Standards
• Ability to develop summative assessment aligned CCSS
* Educator Effectiveness-Danielson Framework
* Fastbridge Assessment
*UDL (Universal Design for Learning Framework)

NONDISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The Board does not discriminate in the employment of professional and support staff on the basis of any characteristic protected under State or Federal law including, but not limited to race, color, age, sex, creed, or religion, handicap or disability, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, military service (as defined in 111.32, Wis. Stats.), sexual orientation national origin, ancestry, arrest, record, conviction record, use or non-use of lawful products off the District's premises during non- working hours, or any other characteristic protected by law in its employment practices.