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Social Studies Teacher (7th Grade ) Full-time Standard

Employer
Washoe County School District
Location
Reno, NV, US
Salary
Competitive

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ELEMENTARY-MIDDLE-HIGH SCHOOL CLASSROOM TEACHER

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION
Under the general supervision of an administrator, a classroom teacher will implement school board policy regarding the educational curriculum of a particular instructional division and/or instructional unit. The teacher may teach one or more subjects.

EXEMPLARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning and Preparation
  • Demonstrates mastery of content and pedagogy, knowledge of students and resources
  • Sets instructional outcomes for diverse learners
  • Designs coherent instruction and student assessments aligned with Common Core State Standards

Classroom Environment
  • Creates an environment of respect and rapport
  • Organizes physical space to create a safe, accessible, and resource-rich environment
  • Manages classroom procedures and student behavior
  • Establishes a culture for learning
  • Demonstrates cultural competency

Instruction
  • Communicates learning expectations to students
  • Engages students in learning
  • Utilizes questioning and discussion techniques
  • Embeds assessment in instruction
  • Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness
  • Demonstrates familiarity with Multi-Tiered Systems of Support

Professional Responsibilities
  • Maintains accurate records
  • Reflects on teaching
  • Supports family and community partnerships
  • Participates in a professional community
  • Demonstrates professionalism, integrity and ethical conduct

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Education/Experience : Any combination of education and experience in teaching would provide the required knowledge and skills are qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with student teaching experience

and/or

Experience: Three (3) years of verified contracted teaching experience with a Bachelor's Degree and the ability to obtain a valid teaching license in Nevada

Knowledge of : Child development; behavior and characteristics of students; subject area and/or credential area of teaching. (e.g. special education, math, science, etc.); effective teaching skills; planning and organizing; supervision and control; assessment and diagnosis; interpersonal relations.

Skill at : Creating an effective environment for learning, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with teachers, administrators, counselors, and other staff members. The ability to establish and maintain standard of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. Effective utilization of technology in instruction, planning, data-based decision making and monitoring of student achievement.

License/Certificates : Possession of, or the ability to obtain a valid Nevada teaching license in the relevant subject area/and or grade level.

Special Considerations : When selected for Department chair of a high school, additional pay will be provided based on number of teachers supervised.

THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES, AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THEIR SUPERVISOR.

The Washoe County School District is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning and working environment for all students, staff, and visitors. The District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The District prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e. Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities use.

Salary:
Teacher's Salary Schedule

Salaries are subject to adjustment and may increase and decrease each fiscal year.


Internal Job Number: 2019-20-C1901100

Duty Days: 185

Endorsements: Social Studies

Additional Job Information:
Desert Skies Middle School will be opening in the Fall of 2019 housing 6th through 8th grade. Desert Skies will be focused on collaborative and innovative student and staff learning and leveraging the best technology tools available to support and enhance the learning of every student.

As a leader in digital age instruction, Desert Skies Middle School will engage in new and creative ways to support all students, staff, and community. As a One-on-one Technology School, it will provide a model for the other schools in the Washoe County School District the best practices in teaching and learning to support children in the digital world.

Desert Skies Middle School is looking for staff members with a passion for student centered learning, inclusion, professional growth and leadership, and enthusiasm for technology. Our goal is to provide a relevant, adaptive, and rigorous learning environment that supports every student to be prepared for an ever-changing technological world that requires life-long learning to become responsible citizens who contribute to local and global communities.

The Washoe County School District pays an additional legislatively-designated amount to the Public Employees Retirement System on behalf of the employee for retirement benefits. No retirement contribution is made by the employee.

New employees will be fingerprinted upon hire and will have $55.00 deducted from their first paycheck to help defray the cost of fingerprinting. Fingerprint fees are subject to change.

Please be advised there is a 90-day waiting period for insurance benefits. Benefits are paid by employees at a prorated percent for those working less than full time.

Any applicant who would like to request a reasonable accommodation in any step of the selection process should contact Human Resources at (775) 348-0321 or email Teach@washoeschools.net


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