8th Grade Social Studies Teacher Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

8th Grade Social Studies Teacher Endeavor Charter School Wake Forest, NC 27587 Job Overview We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Social Studies Teacher to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating an engaging and inclusive learning environment that fosters critical thinking and a deep understanding of social studies concepts. This position requires a commitment to student development, effective behavior management, and the ability to adapt teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs. The 8th grade social studies teacher, in collaboration with the grade level team and the English Language Arts & Social Studies Instructional Coach, will create a challenging, literacy-rich instructional environment that provides hands-on, experiential learning opportunities that foster critical thinking, literacy skills, and life-long citizenship. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Following the NC Standard Course of Study for North Carolina and United States History and the College Board’s Historical Thinking Skills Teaching four 65 minute blocks of 8 grade social studies utilizing differentiated, hands-on activities and simulations Creating a literacy-rich environment through the use of primary and secondary sources, charts and graphs, art, and political cartoons to promote critical thinking and analytical skills Establishing a safe classroom that promotes civic engagement and discourse Collaborating with the Instructional Coach and Middle School Director Planning the annual overnight trip to Washington D.C. for the grade level Facilitating inquiry based lessons following the Inquiry Design Model Providing students with historical knowledge that encompasses a wealth of perspectives Collaborating with the grade level and subject area teams to vertically align instruction and skills Utilizing data driven instruction to differentiate learning for all learners Developing effective lesson plans and instructional materials Guiding a weekly morning meeting group focused on character and citizenship Establishing classroom processes and procedures which teach independence, responsibility, and respect and maintaining a classroom environment which promotes these traits on a daily basis Lead morning office hours Using both formative and summative assessment strategies to evaluate students’ academic growth, including North Carolina’s EOG’s Communicating frequently and effectively with parents Performing other duties as needed

Basic Qualifications Required:

Currently NC certified Experience in middle school social studies Experience with literacy and/or technology is preferred 3 professional references that can speak to your success as an educator

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

Strong knowledge of social studies, history, or economics Knowledge of a variety of assessment strategies Strong oral and written communication skills Effective interpersonal skills Ready to Apply? Send your application (resume, cover letter, and NC license) to Christi Whiteside at .

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$44,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan

Physical Setting:

Charter school

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person