Social Studies Teacher

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Qualifications

Relentless drive to improve the minds, characters & lives of students both in and out of school

Unwavering commitment to urban youth achieving greatness

Belief in and alignment with Monroe Charter Academy's mission and educational philosophy is a must

Mastery of and enthusiasm for relevant academic subjects

Evidence of self-motivation, willingness to be a team player, and a strong sense of personal responsibility

Ability and desire to implement feedback from school leaders and colleagues to become a more effective educator in service to our students

Proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom

Valid State Certification and Master's degree are helpful but not required

Candidates must have received a Bachelor's degree from a college or university before employment begins

Responsibilities

Implement curricula and activities to meet our high academic standards

Analyze assessments that measure progress towards these standards and use this assessment data to inform and differentiate instructional practices.

Focus constantly on student learning, thinking critically and strategically to respond to student learning needs

Create a positive, structured learning environment to ensure that students observe the school's core values, high expectations, and code of conduct

Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues

Commit to continual professional growth

Participate and support grade-level activities and school-wide functions throughout the school year

Monroe Charter Academy believes in the importance of being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization that enables our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building a talented team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. At the same time, we work to ensure an inclusive community through creating a space for important dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability