Social Studies Teacher at Lexington County School District One in Lexington, SC

Job description

================================================================================================== Position Title: Teacher, Social Studies Department: Instructional Services Reports To: Principal FLSA Status: Exempt ================================================================================================== QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in social studies, history, or related discipline with previous student teaching experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Valid SC Teaching License (any applicable area) Must have current government issued identification TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 8 Hours/190 Days Certified Salary Schedule The terms of employment detailed in this job description are based on full time employment during the school year. Conditions of employment adjusted for part time employees or individuals who are hired for less than an entire school year. GENERAL SUMMARY: Under general supervision, instructs students in social studies skills such as historical themes, dates and events, geographical concepts and locations, etc. Assists in other school programs as assigned. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Supports and upholds the mission, vision and strategic goals of Lexington County School District One towards increased outcomes for students. Interacts, communicates and collaborates with all stakeholders effectively. Establishes a safe, supportive, positive and productive working and learning environment. Operates general office and technology equipment needed for daily activities. Maintains confidentiality regarding all employee and student information. Participates in all professional meetings and training sessions as required. Requests and maintains materials needed for daily responsibilities and essential functions; provides for safe storage and proper use of all tools, equipment and materials. Supervises students in classroom activities and in other areas as assigned; maintains positive behavior support and classroom management systems. Teaches concepts and skills in history, geography, psychology, etc. that align to state and national standards. Demonstrates a variety of 21st century teaching skills to foster independent, creative, critical thinkers and problem solvers. Designs and facilitates engaging, high level, sophisticated learning experiences and applications appropriate to prepare students for a 21st century global, knowledge-based society. Demonstrates and evaluates the effectiveness of both formative and summative assessments; collaborates with other staff members to analyze assessment data in relation to student learning and develops instructional strategies to close the learning and performance gap; evaluates contributions in group projects. Collaborates with school and district personnel to evaluate effectiveness of curriculum and make suggestions for improvement. Networks with school personnel regarding scheduling issues as appropriate. Prepares various records and forms such as lesson plans, daily and weekly activity plans, assessments, material requisitions, discipline reports, etc. Organizes classrooms and other settings for daily instruction. Maintains accurate records and files. Effectively uses personal computing devices and software applications for the management of student records, instructional efficiency, and professional development. Meets with parents, administrators and school counselors as needed to discuss student performance, social and emotional needs, behavior, and personal and academic goals and expectations, etc.; issues reports in accordance with school board policy to inform parents/guardians of students' progress; suggests interventions as appropriate. If applicable, supervises activities of assigned instructional assistants which involve such duties as planning and reviewing work, as well as providing instruction, guidance and training. Performs other job-related duti