Middle School Social Studies & Language Arts Teacher

• In Language Arts the teacher will develop students reading writing speaking listening and communication skills through engaging and meaningful texts and learning experiences.
• In Social Studies the teacher will foster students understanding of history geography culture civics and global issues through inquiry critical thinking analysis of evidence and exploration of diverse perspectives.

• Bachelors Degree in relevant subject area.
• A certification in education.
• Advanced degree or specialization training that supports the teaching role preferred.

• Minimum 2 years successful teaching in a school setting.
• Teaching in the subject area and with the age of students assigned.
• Working successfully with an ethnically diverse population.
• Working with students with learning differences.
• Working with students who are English Language Learners (ELL).
• Working in an international school setting and familiarity with the American educational system preferred.
• Creating units of work using Universal by Design (UbD) strategies preferred.

• Comprehensive knowledge of the developmental needs and milestones of students in the age group you are teaching.
• Knowledgeable about:

• Developing appropriate practices
• Using a variety of formative assessments progress monitoring tools and differentiated learning strategies
• The content and pedagogy

• Effective communicator communicates well with a diverse community of parents staff and leaders; proficient writing skills.
• Highly skillful at using and integrating technology.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• As a school grounded in the Christian faith we hire Christian teachers and administrators. Concordia seeks to hire candidates who are able to model Christs teachings through interpersonal skills respectful relationships and problem solving are interested in the complex questions of faith and spirituality and are keen to learn and interact with others of different faith traditions.
• Establish collaborative relationships with all staff students and parents.
• Engage parents and students in meaningful discussions about student growth and achievement.
• Commit and contribute to the school communityplay an active positive and supportive role in addressing the needs of the whole child and the ethos of Concordia beyond the classroom. This includes but is not limited to:

• Leading extra-curricular activities (ECAs) during the school year
• Leading a student club
• Leading a service project

• Integrate the school curriculum with the school-wide learning outcomes (SLOs).

• Insightful Learners
• Effective Communicators
• Reflective Spiritual Beings
• Principle-Centered Leaders and Team Members
• Active Global Citizens

• Teach the curricula established by the school.

• Complete all aspects of the standard-based curriculum for the current teaching assignment.
• Select and use school-approved teaching strategies and classroom resources.
• Work collaboratively in refining curriculum.

• Set continuing professional growth goals and take advantage of opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Additional employment expectations:

• Collaborate with Support Staff in working with or monitoring children and managing clerical expectations and guidelines for these adults in the learning environment and help them understand their roles/responsibilities.
• Undertake additional duties that may reasonably be assigned or requested by the Supervisor such as leading student trips serving as chaperon roles as needed.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Experience:

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