Social Studies Teacher (Grades 6-8)

JobID: 13198

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Social Studies

Date Posted:
9/16/2025

Location:
(MK) McKinley ES

Date Available:
2025-2026

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, and through a Culturally Responsive perspective, the candidate will develop students' knowledge and understanding of world cultures and cultural evolution; develop skills in research of social orders; and develop an understanding of the existence and importance of geographical, historical, cultural and political factors that influence the development of world societies, socio-economic systems and political systems, as well as their inter-relationship and interdependence.


Essential Functions
Develops and administers Social Studies curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop unit organization around historical problems, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
Develops students' understanding of various racial, ethnic, religious and political groups and mores, as well as socio-economic status, and the influence of various factors on human rights and freedom.
Develops students' research skills, interpersonal skills, and ability to make critical value judgments and contribute to the thoughtful exchange of ideas, through a variety of reading, writing, group discussion and presentation assignments to stimulate self-reliance in problem-solving and drawing conclusions.
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.


Certification/License:
Teacher of Social Studies

Effective:
2024-2025 School Year

Salary:
As per NBEA Contract