A History or Social Studies Teacher teaches in the social studies fields for elementary to secondary school students. Elementary school teaching focuses on general social studies, with history overview courses starting in middle school. High school focuses on specific courses of study, such as Modern US History. Fields include history, geography, government, and current events.
High School Social Studies Teacher (Social Science Teacher) Second Mile Education - 4.3 North Charleston, SC Job Details Full-time $53,000 - $60,000 a year 4 days ago Benefits Health savings account Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Life insurance Referral program Qualifications School experience Quantitative analysis for student progress evaluation Writing skills Teaching Certification Sociology Experience working with high schoolers Social Sciences Bachelor's degree Teaching experience with teenagers Student-centered approaches (student motivation techniques) Data-driven decision making Political Science Full Job Description
MUST HAVE SC TEACHING CERTIFICATE
(SOCIAL
SCIENCE 9-12
) The Social Studies Teacher is responsible for coaching, motivating, and instructing high school students within the company model and with attention given to each student's Individual Graduation Plan (IGP). All for-credit courses are aligned to state standards and are delivered in such a way to engage student learning and accelerate the accumulation of credits through a mastery-based educational model. In many respects, the teacher acts more like a coach and mentor in this environment and is specifically focused on ensuring the success of his/her students.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide a learning environment of high student accountability in reading that is student-centered and aligned with the school's academic goals and specified objectives. Provide direction and leadership within the school and classroom by displaying deep and effective working knowledge of the reading process and demonstrating best practices relating to teaching, intervention, and instructional techniques in content area text. Maintain, disaggregate, and provide progress-monitoring reports, reading records, benchmark data, and other student records as required by district or state regulatory guidelines and company policy and procedures. Collaborate effectively and professionally with peers to develop, plan, and implement best educational practices based upon the individual academic needs of the students that are aligned with company goals. Participate in professional development courses or activities to maintain appropriate certification or credentials based on position. Assist in all initiatives to ensure school meets defined FTE enrollment and attendance goals. Performs all other duties as assigned, which are aligned in accordance with company policy and procedures that ensure educational goals are achieved.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of the principles of secondary education Knowledge of curriculum and instructional theory Knowledge, skills and ability to analyze and use data to drive program improvement Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND PREREQUISITES
Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution with a major in social science, social studies, history, political science, geography, philosophy, sociology, economics or psychology Teacher Certification or Statement of Eligibility in Social Science 6-12 Minimum one (1) year high school teaching Previous experience and/or the ability to work with over-age and at-risk youth is preferred.
Pay:
$53,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health savings account Life insurance Professional development assistance Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
License/Certification:
Teaching Certification (Required) Social Science 9-12 Certification (Required)
