World History Teacher

World History Teacher Houston, TX Job Details 1 day ago Qualifications Community engagement Student performance assessment strategies Student mentoring Student record keeping Mid-level Curriculum implementation Lesson planning Collaborative teaching Interactive whiteboards (educational technologies) Teaching Teaching social studies K-12 education instructional development

Full Job Description Title:

Social Studies Teacher (World History)

Supervisor:

Principal FLSA:

Exempt The position includes duties as classroom teacher, Social Studies curriculum owner, and active contributor to the overall growth of students and the school. Will perform all other day-to-day duties as a full time faculty member at Incarnate Word Academy.

Hours:

7:30 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. Monday - Friday, August to May

MISSION, VALUES AND SENSE OF COMMUNITY

Ensures that the mission and values of the Academy are upheld within the department. Gives witness to integrity and respect while representing Incarnate Word Academy in the broader community. Engages and becomes part of the Incarnate Word Academy community. Serves all IWA families with compassion and respect.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Is passionate about teaching Social Studies skills to young women. Lives the Incarnate Word Academy leadership identity and principles as a role model to students. Supports and implements the philosophy of Catholic education. Participates in building faith community. Serves as a content expert and seeks out opportunities to expand his or her knowledge. Thrives on a collaborative team which promotes daily brainstorming and creative thinking. Exhibits a growth mindset and continually improve the way he or she operates. Masters diverse teaching styles and thoughtfully selects the appropriate teaching style for the material and students. Often works as a co-learner in the classroom, allowing for student-led questioning and discussion and student-developed assignments. Assigns homework intentionally, sometimes asking students to recall or apply information but often asking them to analyze, evaluate or create. Embraces classroom technology and uses it as a tool for learning (Microsoft products, iPad apps, Google apps and classroom functionality such as SmartBoards). Provides principal with weekly lesson plans that align curriculum, instruction and assessment, and integrates technology into the curriculum. Uses instructional time efficiently and effectively. Evaluates student progress effectively, keeping records and reports required by the school. Constantly challenges course lesson plans to align with best practices and updated knowledge. Builds appropriate and professional mentorship relationships with students. Values student and teacher wellness. Follow directives of the principal and regulations as set forth in the school employee handbook.

SUPERVISION

Receives immediate supervision from Social Studies Department Chair and school wide organizational support from Academic Dean and School Principal.