Social Studies Teacher-North Little Rock Middle School

North Little Rock School District

NLR Middle School 7th/8th Grade Campus

• North Little Rock, Arkansas This job is also posted in North Little Rock School District
  Job Details
  

Job ID:

5934146

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Sep 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

NORTH LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description for

Secondary Social Studies Teacher

Department:

Instructional Job Status:

Full Time

FLSA Status:

Exempt Reports To:

Building Principal

Grade/Level:

6/7/8

Grade Amount of Travel Required:

Minimal travel may be required if in conjunction with pre-approved professional development

activities

Positions Supervised:

None

Work Schedule:

190-day contract, Monday through Friday;

POSITION SUMMARY

Instruct students in Social Studies at the secondary level designated according to state licensure, certification, and subject matter specifically as assigned by the building Principal.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom responsible. Follow district policy and building procedures associated with student management; consistently demonstrate proficient classroom management skills.

Maintain a cooperative relationship with other staff members.

Demonstrate a high individual rate attendance (goal being 95% or above annually) in order to maximize student learning.

Follow all building procedures regarding attendance and punctuality keeping your Principal informedat times. Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students. Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities. Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests. Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and

administrativeregulations. Assign and grade class work and homework in a timely manner. Communicate student progress by

posting to Edline as required by your building administrator. Enforce all NLRSD Board policies, administrative procedures, and rules governing students Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction using researched-based best practices. Guide and counsel all students based on their academic interests and needs. Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials, in order to prevent injuries and damage. Prepare for assigned classes, and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate

supervisors. Use technology to support instruction. Meet with parents and/or guardians to discuss their children's progress. Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators in order to resolve and 504 Plans. students' behavioral and academic problems. Assist in the development and implementation of IEP's

Prepare objectives and comprehensive lesson plans following curriculum maps and the Arkansas State Frameworks. Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to

maintain and improve professional competence. Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of

secondary school programs. Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration. Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies. Administer standardized ability and achievement tests according to state requirements and interpret results to determine students' strengths and areas of need. Develop, implement, and updateAcademic Improvement Plans.

Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required. Perform supervisory duties as assigned in accordance with state statutes. Adhere to North Little Rock School District Policies, and the state mandated "Educators' Code of Ethics." Follow all state and federal guidelines in association with IDEA and ADA to ensure that all students have access to a comprehensive education.

Maintain a valid Arkansas Teacher's License with appropriate certification and Highly Qualified Teacher status (if applicable).

Adhere to the Policies of the North Little Rock School District which are made available to employees as posted on the NLRSD website located online at www.nlrsd.org by accessing the "School Board" tab and opening the"Policies by North Little Rock School District Board of Education" folder, the opening the "Certified Personnel" link. Other duties as assigned by the building Principal.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s) Accountability

• accepts responsibility and account for his/her actions
  Accurate
• performs work accurately and thoroughly
  Adaptability
• adapts to change in the workplace
  Communication, Oral
• communicates effectively with others using the spoken word
  Communication, Written
• communicates in writing clearly and concisely
  Consensus Building
• brings about group solidarity to achieve a goal
  Creative
• thinks in such a way as to produce a new concept or idea
  Regular Attendance
• reports to work regularly to maximize student progress
  Diversity Oriented
• works effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type
  Enthusiastic
• brings energy to the performance of a task
  Ethical
• demonstrates conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards
  Goal Oriented
• focuses on a goal and obtains a pre-determined result
  Honesty / Integrity
• truthful and seen as credible in the workplace
  Initiative
• takes actions to solve problems or reach goals
  Innovative
• looks beyond the standard solutions
  Interpersonal
• gets along well with a variety of personalities and individuals
  Judgment
• formulates sound decisions using the available information
  Loyal
• demonstrates a trait of duty to students and to coworkers
  Management Skills
• organizes and directs oneself, and a classroom, so as to effectively supervise students
  Motivation
• inspires oneself, and students, to reach a goal and/or perform to the best of their ability
  Organized
• possesses the trait of being organized so as to follow systematic methods of performingtasks
  Patience
• acts calmly under stress and strain
  Positive attitude
• optimistic, team-first attitude displayed at all times
  Presentation Skills
• effectively presents information to students, parents, and others
  Problem Solving
• finds solutions for challenges, deals proactively with work-related problems
  Punctual
• reports to work on time, reports to class or other duties on time
  Reliability
• dependable and trustworthy
  Responsible
• accountable or answerable for one's conduct.
  Tactful
• shows consideration for and maintains good relations with students, parents, and coworkers
  Team Building
• convinces students, parents, and coworkers to work toward goalsMinimum of a Bachelor's Degree with a valid Arkansas Teacher's License with appropriate certification, meeting Arkansas Department of Education standards
  Experience

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Basic technology proficiency, with the ability to learn and implement district teacher technology to include grade reporting and parental communication technology. Valid Arkansas Teacher's License with appropriate certification or the ability to be placed on a Teacher Licensure Plan to obtain licensure, in accordance with Arkansas Department of Education requirements. Appreciation for diversity. Ability to pass required

ASP/FBI/DHS

background checks.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Abilities Lift /Carry Stand C (Constantly) 10 lbs or less F (Frequently)

Walk F (Frequently) 11-20 lbs F (Frequently)

Sit O (Occasionally) 21-50 lbs F (Frequently)

Handling / Fingering F (Frequently) 51-100 lbs N (Not Applicable)

Reach Outward F (Frequently) Over 100 lbs N (Not Applicable)

Reach Above Shoulder F (Frequently)

Climb O (Occasionally)

Crawl O (Occasionally)

Squat or Kneel O (Occasionally)

Bend O (Occasionally)

Push / Pull

12 lbs or less F (Frequently)

13-25 lbs F (Frequently)

26-40 lbs O (Occasionally

41-100 lbs N (Not Applicable)

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0

• 2.5+ hrs/day)
  F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33%
• 66% of the time (2.5
• 5.

5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Other Physical Requirements

Vision (Near, Distance, Peripheral)

Sense of Sound (ability to converse with students and parents)

Sense of Touch The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to loud, depending on the activities of the day. Duties are performed indoors and occasionally outdoors. The work environment is generally indoors in a school classroom. Large crowds and student assembly situations are encountered in this job. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$50,000 to $70,900 Per Year