Social Studies Teacher (9-12)

Lenoir County Public Schools

North Lenoir High School - La Grange, North Carolina This job is also posted in Lenoir County Public Schools, and North Carolina School Jobs

Job Details

Job ID:

5927540

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Sep 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

To Be Determined

Job Description

Social Studies Teacher

Licensure While serving in this role, the individual must hold a current North Carolina Professional Educators license for his/her area of assignment.

Must hold or be eligible to hold a North Carolina Professional Educators license in Social Studies Education (9-12) with a concentration in History.

If you wish to apply, please complete the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction online application at https://lcpsnc.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx Current employees must select internal candidate, attach letter of interest and resume' on the vacancy at the above website.

CLASSROOM TEACHER

Job Description

Job Goals:

To plan, organize, and present instruction and instructional environments that help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their cognitive, physical, and social/emotional development in the 21st century.

Performance Responsibilities:

Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners

Ability to plan, coordinate and continuously improve instruction

Ability to analyze situations, determine possible options, and make appropriate decisions based on the data

Must be able to use a variety of technology and classroom tools

Ability to manage instructional time and student behavior

Ability to motivate students

Ability to consult with parents, teachers, administrators and the community to enhance the learning of students

Ability to monitor student performance

Ability to interact within the educational environment

Additional Job Functions or Assigned Tasks:

Coordinate and direct the activities of the Teacher Assistant, if applicable

Perform other related work as required

Qualifications:

Minimum Bachelor's degree from an approved education program in subject area

NC Teaching License or have qualifications to obtain a NC Teaching License

Strong background in North Carolina Standard Course of Study/Common Core and Essential Standards

Knowledge and Skills:

Standard I:

Teachers Demonstrate Leadership

The Teacher:

Leads in the classroom by taking responsibility for all students' learning

Demonstrates leadership in the school by working collaboratively with all school personnel to create a professional learning community

Leads the teaching profession by striving to improve the profession

Advocates for schools and students by promoting positive change in policies and practices affecting student learning

Demonstrates high ethical standards by upholding the Code of Ethics and Standards for Professional Conduct

Standard II:

Teachers Establish a Respectful Environment for a Diverse Population of Students

The Teacher:

Provides an environment in which each child has a positive, nurturing relationship with caring adults by encouraging a climate that is inviting, respectful, supportive, inclusive and flexible

Embraces diversity in the school community and in the world by demonstrating knowledge of diverse cultures

Treats students as individuals by maintaining high expectations for all students; and by appreciating differences and valuing contributions

Adapts teaching for the benefit of students with special needs by collaborating with specialists

Works collaboratively with the families and significant adults in the lives of their students by improving communication and collaboration between the school and the home and community

Standard III:

Teachers Know the Content They Teach

The Teacher:

Aligns instruction with North Carolina Standard Course of Study

Knows the content appropriate to teaching specialty by bringing a richness and depth of understanding to the classroom

Recognizes the interconnectedness of content areas/discipline by knowing the links and vertical alignment of grade or subject taught

Makes instruction relevant to students by incorporating 21st century life skills into teaching deliberately, strategically, and broadly

Standard IV:

Teachers Facilitate Learning for Their Students

The Teacher:

Knows the ways in which learning takes place and the appropriate levels of intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of students by knowing how students think and learn

Plans instruction appropriate for students by collaborating with colleagues and using a variety of data sources for planning

Uses a variety of instructional methods and techniques that are most effective in meeting the needs of students

Integrates and utilizes technology in instruction by knowing when and how to use technology to maximize student learning

Helps students develop critical thinking and problem solving skills by encouraging students to ask questions, think creatively, and draw conclusions

Helps students work in teams and develop leadership qualities by teaching the importance of cooperation and collaboration

Communicates effectively in ways that are clearly understood by students

Uses a variety of methods to assess what each student has learned by using multiple indicators to evaluate student progress

Standard V:

Teachers Reflect on Their Practice

The Teacher:

Analyzes student learning by thinking systematically and critically about student learning

Links professional growth to professional goals by participating in continued, high quality professional development that reflects a global view of educational practices

Functions effectively in a complex, dynamic environment by understanding that change is constant

Reports to: Principal

Term of Employment:

10 Months, unless otherwise specified

Salary:

North Carolina Teacher Salary Scale + $2,000 Supplement

Evaluation:

Performance will be evaluated in the NC Educator Effectiveness System, in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.

Position Type:

Full-Time