Social Studies Teacher

Granby, CO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

THE POSITION: This position is available for the start of the school year 2026-2027. It is a full-time position at Granby Junior Senior High School. QUALIFICATION: Licensed in Historyor 5-12 in the State of Massachusetts. Excellent references. Demonstrate interest in the best possible education for all children. Aware of and sensitive to the special developmental needs of adolescent PROCEDURES:All application materials should be submitted using our online School Spring application program. This includes: cover letter up-to-date resume three letters of current references proof of license and transcripts. Applications will be accepted immediately and until the position is filled. A limited number of candidates will be invited for an GOAL: To develop in each student skills of listening speaking reading and writing that are fundamental to good communication and literate citizenship; to develop appreciation of civic engagement; to motivate students to read widely for information; to develop standards for critical judgment of written and oral communications transmitted by mass media primary and secondary sources; and to discover and develop special talents of students in the field of Social Studies in accordance with the Massachusetts Curriculum :Reports to the Building Principal. EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE and LICENSURE Required: Department of Education Licensure as a Teacher of Social Studies. Acceptable C.O.R.I. report as determined by the Superintendent. Preferred: Prior work experience as a Social Studies Teacher. Competency in use of current related educational RESPONSIBILITIES - Teaches content and skills in Social Studies to secondary students utilizing the course of study adopted by the School Committee that is in full alignment with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks. - Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school. - Adapts Social Studies material and methods to develop relevant sequential assignments that guide and challenge students. - Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids appropriate to the interest and maturity level of students; maintains required inventory records. - Adapts the curriculum to provide individual small group or remedial instruction to meet the needs of the individual student. - Develops standards for critical analysis through group discussions based on a variety of mass media and primary and secondary sources. - Encourages students to think independently and to express original ideas. - Evaluates each students progress in Social Studies skills (listening speaking reading and writing). - Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly productive classroom environment. - Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health attitude and learning problems. - Communicates with parents and school counselors on student progress. - Administers or monitors group tests. - Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs. - Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities. - Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the school and in self-selected professional growth activities. - Maintains accurate complete and correct records as required by law school policy and administrative procedures. - Acts as a Mandated Reporter (Chapter 119 Section 51A). - Complies with the Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Policy. - Any other duties as may be assigned by the Superintendent.

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