Social Studies Teacher - High School

Job Description Job Title: Social Studies Teacher Reports To: Building Principal and/or Assistant Principal(s) Location: Howell High School 9-12 Duration: Ten Months; August - June FLSA Status: Exempt

FTE: 1.0

Union Affiliation: HEA Summary: The Social Studies Teacher creates and sustains a community of learners through the development of a positive classroom and school culture, holds rigorous and high expectations for students, and utilizes quality instructional practices matched to student learning needs. The Teacher continuously improves their practice through professional learning and collaboration with peers. The Teacher supervises students, develops and delivers lessons, utilizes established curriculum, and maintains high levels of communication with parents/guardians regarding student progress and wellbeing. Howell Public Schools Expect That Each Teacher Commits To: Continuous ongoing learning and the development of the craft of teaching for self; encourages, supports and mentors ongoing learning in students. High expectations for students, developing a vision of success for each student and moving that student towards its achievement. Positive relationships and communication, promoting and modeling a safe and supportive learning culture for all. Honoring all students, embracing their community and diversity. Establishing a learning environment that is accountable for effective instruction, assessment and data‑driven decision making. Using community resources to improve instruction. Collegiality and professionalism. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Participate in professional development, maintain appropriate certification and qualifications, and keep current in changing pedagogy. Participate in collegial conversations surrounding student achievement on a regular basis, influencing individual, grade, and/or department instruction based on collective examination of student performance. Teach district‑approved curriculum and local and state standards, using contemporary thinking about best practices and program‑specific objectives. Participate in district and school initiatives, adhere to building and district school improvement plans. Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of the students. Create a positive, engaging classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriately responds to the maturity level and interest of the students. Encourage students to set and maintain high standards of classroom behavior. Proactively teach appropriate behavior and expectations. Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establish and communicate clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and activities. Identify and respond to the learning style of all students. Differentiate instruction to accommodate these styles. Evaluate the academic and social growth of students, keep appropriate records and prepare progress reports. Use academic outcome information to inform curriculum and instructional decisions for all students. Act as a public relations agent for the success and image of the district. Communicate regularly with students, parents, families and administration in advocacy of student growth. Develop communication plans that adjust for varying levels of parent involvement and inclusion. Integrate cultural consciousness in instruction, classroom culture and classroom artifacts. Collect and integrate information about community heritage in instruction. Adhere to district and school rules and procedures. Conduct behavior to demonstrate collegiality and professionalism. Maintain regular predictable attendance. Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: Position may include supervisory responsibilities over paraprofessional staff. Qualifications: Education and/or Experience: Possession of a Bachelor's or higher degree; Valid Michigan teacher’s certificate with necessary endorsement(s) to teach assigned subject matter required (secondary Social Studies RX 9‑12 required); educational experience preferred. Language Skills: Ability to explain and demonstrate appropriate teaching techniques; read, analyze and interpret periodicals and professional journals; effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of educators, students and the general public; write lesson plans, business and other related correspondence; express oneself clearly, both orally and in writing; read and interpret information. Technical Skills: Integrate technology into everyday workflow; utilize district technology and maintain proficiency; use computer technology for research, data management, communications and instruction; knowledge of productivity applications such as Microsoft Office. Mathematical Skills: Apply concepts of basic math, algebra and geometry consistent with duties of this position. Reasoning Ability: Highly proficient in subject areas of reasoning, problem solving, organizational dynamics and emotional intelligence; solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; exhibit high level of professionalism with the ability to handle confidential information, use good judgment, plan and handle complex projects and maintain a flexible attitude; interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form; define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Interpersonal Skills: Build rapport with others and serve diverse publics; take initiative; work well with others as a collaborative team member and exhibit good communication skills; work effectively and collaboratively with other departments, agencies and individuals. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear, and occasionally sit, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is required to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds such as books and teaching material. Specific vision abilities required include close and distant vision and the ability to adjust focus. The ability to travel to other buildings is required. The position requires the individual to sometimes work irregular or extended hours and meet multiple demands from several people. Environmental Adaptability: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well‑being and work output of students. The employee is exposed to infections at a greater risk than the average person. Occasionally the employee may be required to be outdoors for a short period of time, and therefore subject to varying weather conditions, for purposes of accomplishing the essential functions of this job. Terms: The contract, salary and other employment conditions will be established by the current collective bargaining agreement between the HEA/MEA and the Howell Public Schools. Placement within salary lane is commensurate with educational attainment. Placement on salary step is dependent upon previous teaching experience. The applicant must agree to fully participate in all relevant training inclusive of or unique to the building assigned and the District. Functions of Position Description: This position description has been prepared to define the general duties of the position, provide examples of work and to detail the required knowledge, skills and ability as well as the acceptable experience and training for the position. The description is not intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the duties of employees under supervision. The Howell Public Schools reserves the right to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any portion of this description in its sole judgment. This position description is not a contract for employment. Employee must remain free of any alcohol or non‑prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District. The Howell Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The Howell Public Schools do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, genetic information or any legally protected characteristic, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr TrulyHired