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Middle School History Teacher (Long term substitute Aug-Dec)

Reports To: Principal of P-8

Position Purpose: The history teacher is responsible for all aspects of creating a dynamic learning environment for students and will also serve as a middle school advisor.

Specific Expectations for P-8 Employees: In addition to regular teaching responsibilities (including but not limited to preparing curriculum and grade reporting, class prep, student reporting report card narratives, parent-teacher conferences, supervision duties, classroom substitution, advisory, elective teaching, office hours, outdoor education/field trips, etc.), the following duties and responsibilities are required as part of the P-8 faculty/staff workload: Responsibilities beyond the boundaries of teaching assignments that foster a growth mindset in order to continually improve our P-8 program such as professional development and trainings, attendance of or participation in, mandatory meetings and/or events (Directors Days, Open Houses, accreditation meetings, etc.) are required as directed by your supervisor.

Essential Functions
  • Collaborate with colleagues to deliver a history curriculum guided by the departments mission/value statement .
  • Create and deliver high-quality middle school history units that include robust daily lessons while addressing the varied learning needs of individual students.
  • Utilize varied methods and approaches to material, integrating technology, assessments, projects, etc., to encourage and create engaged learning in the classroom.
  • Respond to evaluations and feedback professionally and constructively; demonstrate a commitment to professional growth.
  • Provide frequent, meaningful feedback to students, both formative and summative, including report cards and individualized comments.
  • Communicate and collaborate effectively with parents.
  • Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve teaching and learning.
  • Serve as a middle school advisor.
  • Perform other duties (recess, dismissal, etc.) as directed.
Qualifications
  • A minimum of three years teaching history (US history preferred).
  • Masters degree (strongly preferred) or BA and post graduate work in history or the social sciences.
  • Enjoy working with children and outstanding interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work well with students and colleagues; willingness to be an active, enthusiastic member of the SHS community.
  • A clear commitment to the educational philosophy of the school as articulated in the Goals and Criteria
  • Commitment to equity and inclusion.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills in English. Additional skills in Spanish are highly valued and preferred.
  • Demonstrated excellent attendance and punctuality.
  • Willingness and availability to work occasional overnight trips.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
  • Works in a fast moving and dynamic environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines and a varied and diverse array of contacts.
  • May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time.
  • Be able to occasionally and safely lift up to 30 lbs. and regularly lift up to 10 lbs.
  • Work primarily in a traditional climate controlled classroom environment.
  • Must be able to regularly travel safely and comfortably across the 64 acre campus.

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