High School Social Studies Teacher - Campus Assigned

Job Title:

High School Social Studies Teacher

Direct Report:

Campus Principal

Department/ Campus:

Campus Assigned

Date Revise:

11.2021

Terms of Employment:

Pay Grade:

Wage/ Hour Status

• 10 months/187 days per year
• Salary is on the Teacher Salary Schedule on the EISD Compensation Plan on a term or probationary contract, as applicable
• Starting teacher salary is $55,000.00 with Bachelor's degree; and additional stipend of $1,523.00 for Master's degree, with additional consideration for directly related experience

PG7 or PG8

Exempt

Primary Purpose:

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned
• Valid certification in the following: Secondary Social Studies (Grades 6-12)
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of core academic subject(s) assigned
• Knowledge of integration of technology
• Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, writing and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adjust and be flexible to a multitude of situations in the school environment

Experience:

• At least one year student teaching or approved internship

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.

• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.

• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.

• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.

• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).

• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.

• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

• Be a positive role model for students, support mission of school district.

• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.

• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervise students and monitor work flow of instructional assistants, if applicable

Working Conditions:

Work Environment:

Computer, computer software programs and peripherals, resource materials and equipment, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position.

Frequent exposure to temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise.

Occasional exposure to biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.)

Physical Demands/ Requirements:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions/ deadlines; frequent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, balancing, pulling, and pushing; reaching, repetitive hand motions, hearing, speaking clearly, visual acuity and prolonged data input; occasional lift/carry light, moderate 15-44 pounds.

Edgewood Independent School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law.