Anticipated Long-Term Social Studies Teacher Sub

Barrington Public SchoolsBarrington RITITLE: Secondary Social StudiesQUALIFICATIONS:1. Secondary Social Studies Certification Granted by the Rhode Island Department of Education PREFERRED2. Masters Degree and Additional Content Certification PreferredREPORTS TO: Principal and Assistant SuperintendentTo support Barringtons commitment to diversity and to foster inclusion respect and equity ineducation the successful candidate pool will include people of all races ethnicities creedssocioeconomic classes gender identities sex sexual orientations and disability statuses in workactivities. Preference will be given to highly qualified candidates who articulate their commitment tovaluing inclusivity and GOAL: Social Studies teachers plan facilitate implement and deliver the full instructional programin a middle school setting using cross-disciplinary approaches with social studies. These professionals areresponsible for guiding students at multiple levels to reach or exceed grade level expectationsencouraging each child to reach their full QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrates expertise in Social Studies interdisciplinary teachingdeep learning competencies performance assessments strong distance learning skills national andstate history. Social studies civics standards and social-emotional and ResponsibilitiesPerformance Responsibilities Teaches courses in Social Studies/humanities using the Barrington Public Schools curricula Implements a balanced Social Studies program involving factual background material materialon current events discussion time and other appropriate activities designed to encouragestudents to develop skills and attitudes draw conclusions achieve improved interpersonalrelationships and make value judgments based on scientific methods of inquiry. Develops the core literacy standards and expectations aligned to the Common Core StateStandards. Develops state civics and social studies standards. Provides many opportunities for reading high quality texts and applying what they know throughSocratic Discussions writing and project-based learning. Develops knowledge of the purpose structure and operation of cultural relevance and culturallyresponsive teaching practices. Makes current material from the mass-media available to students; plans and guides discussionsof current problems against the materials being 1/3/2023 Develops an understanding of the contributions of racial religious and political groups. Develops knowledge of historical political cultural and economic systems of other nations andtheir influence on personal freedom education and living standards. Encourages students to become aware of the complexity and interrelations of local statenational and world problems. Promotes the attainment of the Districts Mission Vision and Strategic Plan. Displays strong and deep knowledge of the philosophical foundations and content of thecurriculum Applies current research-based best instructional practices and strategies to deliver thecurriculum and understands how knowledge is constructed within the discipline Plans and prepares lessons to optimize learning Promotes deep understanding of content by addressing unique learning styles adaptinginstruction to meet the needs of all students engaging students in rigorous learning experiencesusing effective questioning techniques and relating instruction to the students life and to priorand future learning Implements strategies aligned to deep learning competencies and universal design for learning Contribute to and implement plans including but not limited to IEPs 504s and individual healthplans for students with unique needs Reinforces strong student effort and excellent student work products Facilitates student learning using various collaborative grouping structures that are appropriateto the instructional task Requires students to regularly engage in high-level activities including but not limited toapplication and analysis of information Administers and interprets several types of assessments Maintains accurate student records because of the monitoring of regular formative andsummative assessment of curriculum attainment; adjusts instruction for individuals and groupsof students Makes appropriate referrals and is prepared with credible and accurate documentation. Considers student voice in establishing and enforcing effective and positive classroom rules andprocedures designed to ensure safety and enhance learning Organizes all facets of the instructional delivery system so that all equipment and instructionaltools are ready for use and ensures smooth transitions maximizes time on task and guaranteesthe efficient distribution of resources Integrates technology to deliver the curriculum and specially designed instruction moreeffectively Communicates high and clear expectations Assists students in monitoring their own progress Contributes to collaborative planning activities Consults and collaborates regularly and professionally with colleagues students and parents;communicates immediately with all when there are concerns Takes responsibility for personal professional growth Participates in school events and in-school and/or department improvement efforts Performs administrative duties including but not limited to budgeting ordering of supplies appropriate Integrates culturally relevant and responsive practices Supervises Students Teacher Assistants and Volunteers Other duties as assigned by supervisorBPS 1/3/2023Skills Required Ability to read analyze and interpret general business periodicals professional journals testdata technical procedures or governmental regulations Ability to engage in distance and face to face instruction Strong technology skills Ability to draft reports business correspondence and procedure manuals Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups staff parentsand the public Ability to calculate figures and amounts Ability to utilize current technology for instruction communication data analysis and access toresearch Ability to define problems collect data establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability tointerpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal withseveral abstract and concrete variables Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students staff and thecommunity Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form. Ability to performduties with awareness of all district requirements and school committee policies. Other duties as assigned by the CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee tosuccessfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made toenable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The employee is regularly required tooperate a keyboard view a computer screen and sit or stand for extended periods. Required visionabilities include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently required to bendstoop kneel reach with hands and arms grasp and manipulate large and small items. The employee isalso required to move from location to location lift items weighing up to 30 pounds and engage inrestraints following CPI. Communication requirements include the ability to hear and respond to voiceand other sounds in small and large settings with background noise and to present information orallyand in ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employeeencounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may bemade to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential OF EMPLOYMENT: Length of the contract to be determined by the Superintendent in accordancewith the NEAB : Performance will be evaluated according to the School Committee policy on evaluationof teaching 1/3/2023