Teacher 8th Grade Social Studies

POSITION TITLE:Teacher -8th Grade Social Studies

LOCATION: Da Vinci Schoolfor Science & the Arts -El Paso

FLSA: Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree required. Texas teachercertification preferred.

REPORTS TO: Principal and/or other Supervisor

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 195 days with benefits provided according to the Teacher Agreement.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Participate in curriculum review and design.

• Implement a variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives.

• Diagnose and evaluates student abilities and progress in a timely and consistent manner.

• Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.

• Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs interests and abilities of the students.

• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.

• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.

• Refer students for alternative services as provided by the District (ESL Reading Special Reading).

• Effectively implement district initiatives.

• Effectively collaborate with department and grade level teachers.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Abide by state statutes school board policies and regulations.
• Attend meetings and performs duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities.
• Maintain accurate complete and correct records as required by law district policy and administrative regulation.
• Serve on committees as assigned.
• Remain current on instructional practices in education. (e.g. instructional technology)

Required Experience:

IC