Social Studies Teacher/Department Chair - Windsor Mill Middle Job Description Serves as a coach and leader for teachers as they implement instruction. Under the direction of the school principal, plans and provides appropriate learning experiences for students. Instructs and supervises students in a variety of school‑related settings. Monitors and evaluates student outcomes using multiple data sources. Acts as a liaison between the school building and curriculum office(s). Develops and provides relevant professional development. Performs other duties as assigned. Responsibilities Meets and instructs assigned classes at designated locations and times. Maintains a safe and orderly learning environment. Plans and implements instructional programs that adhere to system wide goals and priorities and meet the needs, interests, and abilities of students. Prepares and documents appropriate lesson plans, based upon adopted curricula, to teach instructional objectives. Creates an instructional environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students. Communicates standards, achievements, and deficiencies to students and parents; meets with students and parents. Maintains complete and accurate student academic, attendance, and disciplinary records; monitors and assesses students' academic progress. Oversees the appropriate use and care of textbooks, instructional materials, facilities, and equipment. Collaborates with school administrators, other teachers, paraeducators, parents, and community members in the education of students. Serves as an instructional leader in implementing, coordinating, and overseeing curriculum; serves as a liaison between the school building and curriculum office(s). Provides coaching to teachers, prepares for Maryland state testing programs, and builds trusting relationships for reflective teaching practice. Acts as a content and pedagogical expert in the observation process; works collaboratively with content experts or curriculum office(s) to provide support. Assists teachers in analyzing multiple sources of student data and designing differentiated instructional programs. Oversees and ensures that appropriate documentation is accurately maintained in compliance with guidelines for the content area(s). Promotes a professional learning culture grounded in adult learning theory and research‑based instructional strategies; assists to determine, develop, and provide relevant professional development. Collaborates to ensure that work is aligned to the School Progress Plan and the Superintendent's priority areas. Manages the department budget and facilitates requests for needed supplies; maintains inventory for instruction. Attends ongoing content and leadership training, staff meetings, and serves on various committees. Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree. Three years of teaching experience, including specialized areas such as guidance, speech pathology, psychology, PPW, etc. Possession of a Maryland Educator Professional Certificate appropriate to the area of assignment, or eligibility for such a certificate. Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator Professional License appropriate to the area of assignment. Possession of a Maryland Educator Advanced Professional Certificate or Advanced Professional License is preferred. Knowledge of the principles and practices of pedagogy, curriculum, and effective instructional techniques. Skill in instructing students, preparing and implementing lesson plans, and communicating with students, parents, administrators, and others. Experience in curriculum development and supervision; demonstrated expertise in the relevant content area. Technology competency, including use of database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications. Outstanding communication, leadership, and organizational skills; ability to implement and model effective instructional strategies in the classroom. Physical And Environmental Conditions The work of this class is generally performed in a school environment. Work may require the ability to move around the school and classroom. Conditions Of Employment Requires attendance at after‑school and evening meetings and events. Salary $60,600 - $120,717 (Valid Until 12/31/2025). Effective 1/1/2026, $61,026 - $120,717. Benefits BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible‑spending accounts, disability coverage, 403(b)/457 plans, paid holidays, sick days, personal days, bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board‑approved leaves. New hires attend a benefits meeting upon hire. Non‑discrimination Statement The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board's nondiscrimination policies should be directed to the EEO Officer, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443‑809‑8937). #J-18808-Ljbffr