Social Studies (LTS) Eagle Bay Academy SY2627

Social Studies (LTS)

Eagle Bay Academy

The Burlington School District believes a diverse and culturally proficient faculty and staff are pivotal to the creation of a strong learning and working environment that supports student achievement and success. BSD administrators lead inclusive school communities with our vision:Cultivating caring creative and courageous people. - Join the journey.

The Mission of the Burlington School District is to graduate students who:

• Value different cultures;
• Engage with the community;
• Communicate effectively;
• Think creatively;
• Skillfully solve problems; and
• Achieve at their highest academic intellectual and personal potential.

About Eagle Bay Academy

Eagle Bay Academy is a small relationship-driven alternative high school within the Burlington School District. We serve students who have not found success in traditional settings and are looking for a more personalized relevant and supportive learning experience.

Our model is grounded in:

• Strong relationships between students and adults
• Student-centered project-based learning
• Real-world experiences including internships and community partnerships

At Eagle Bay students are known well supported deeply and challenged to grow academically socially and personally.

Essential Functions

• Design and facilitate project-based and interdisciplinary learning experiences grounded in social studies content (e.g. history civics economics and global studies)
• Ensure student work aligns with Vermont proficiency-based graduation requirements and relevant social studies standards
• Integrate critical thinking research discussion and civic engagement into student learning experiences
• Develop and implement personalized learning plans based on student interests strengths and goals
• Serve as an advisor to a small group of students providing academic and social-emotional support
• Build strong relationships with students families and community partners
• Coordinate and support internships and community-based learning opportunities connecting them to social studies concepts when possible
• Monitor and communicate student progress through narratives conferences and regular outreach
• Collaborate with colleagues special educators and support staff
• Contribute to a safe inclusive and restorative school environment

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelors degree
• Vermont Educator License (or eligibility)
• Endorsement in Social Studies History or related field (or eligibility)

Preferred:

• Experience working with high school students
• Experience in alternative experiential or project-based learning environments
• Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction and support diverse learners
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills
• Experience collaborating within a team-based environment

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Commitment to student-centered and personalized learning
• Ability to build strong trusting relationships with students and families
• Flexibility creativity and comfort working in a nontraditional setting
• Understanding of inclusive practices and cultural responsiveness
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Employment Terms

• Pay: Long-Term Substitute pay is set at $25.00 per hour for the first 30 days and increases to $38.55 per hour starting on day 31 based on a 7.75-hour workday
• Estimated Contract Term:August 18 2026 - January 3 2027

Equal Opportunity Employer

Burlington School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race color religion national origin pregnancy gender sexual orientation marital/civil union status ancestry place of birth age citizenship status veteran status political affiliation or disability as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Applications from women veterans individuals with disabilities and people from diverse racial ethnic and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.

The Burlington School District will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.