High School Social Studies Instructor
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Job Location:
Kansas City, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
NOTRE DAME DE SION SCHOOL POSITION PROFILE
POSITION TITLE:High School Social Studies Teacher (US History & American Government)
FLSA CLASSIFICATION:Exempt Full Time (10 month)
REPORTS TO:High School Principal
A Social Studies teacher at Notre Dame de Sion leads engaging mission-driven instruction in U.S. History and American Government helping students develop the knowledge skills and habits needed to think critically about the world around them.
This role is instrumental in forming students who are thoughtful informed and engaged citizens. Through rigorous coursework and experiential learning opportunities the Social Studies teacher supports students in making connections between historical context and present-day issues.
Sion educators are:
Confident Practitioners who empower students for success by structuring adapting and delivering intentionally-planned lessons that encompass the objectives and engage a diverse learning community. Growth-Minded Learners: who seek and share knowledge accept challenges and take risks to become an expert in their field acknowledging failure as a learning opportunity.
Inclusive Community Builders who cultivate a welcoming environment foster meaningful relationships and communicate effectively through authentic dialogue.
QUALIFYING CHARACTERISTICS
POSITION TITLE:High School Social Studies Teacher (US History & American Government)
FLSA CLASSIFICATION:Exempt Full Time (10 month)
REPORTS TO:High School Principal
A Social Studies teacher at Notre Dame de Sion leads engaging mission-driven instruction in U.S. History and American Government helping students develop the knowledge skills and habits needed to think critically about the world around them.
This role is instrumental in forming students who are thoughtful informed and engaged citizens. Through rigorous coursework and experiential learning opportunities the Social Studies teacher supports students in making connections between historical context and present-day issues.
Sion educators are:
Confident Practitioners who empower students for success by structuring adapting and delivering intentionally-planned lessons that encompass the objectives and engage a diverse learning community. Growth-Minded Learners: who seek and share knowledge accept challenges and take risks to become an expert in their field acknowledging failure as a learning opportunity.
Inclusive Community Builders who cultivate a welcoming environment foster meaningful relationships and communicate effectively through authentic dialogue.
QUALIFYING CHARACTERISTICS
- Knowledge and understanding of and commitment to the Sion mission
- Bachelors or Masters degree in History Social Sciences or related field
- Demonstrated ability to design engaging student-centered instruction
- Strong understanding of adolescent learning and development
- Excellent communication skills with students families and colleagues
- Ability to build relationships and create a positive classroom environment
- Experience integrating experiential and interdisciplinary learning
- Ability to use data to inform instruction and support student growth
- Commitment to collaboration reflection and professional growth
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
Instruction & Curriculum
- Teaches U.S. History and American Government using engaging rigorous and student-centered instructional practices
- Designs and implements lesson plans aligned with standards and Sion Success Outcomes Integrates critical thinking discussion and analysis into daily instruction
- Uses data including ACT benchmarks to inform instruction and support student growth
Experiential & Interdisciplinary Learning
- Designs and teaches a two-week place-based experiential Deep Dive course
- Collaborates with faculty across disciplines to create interdisciplinary learning opportunities Connects course content to real-world issues and current events
Collaboration & Program Development
- Works with the Social Studies Instructional Lead to refine and strengthen the Social Studies program Participates in department and school-wide curriculum development
- Engages in ongoing professional learning and instructional improvement
Faculty Responsibilities
- Maintains accurate attendance grading and student records
- Participates in faculty meetings professional development and school events
- Provides supervision at school activities and events
- Performs additional duties as assigned by the Principal
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Work in a classroom environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges deadlines and a varied and diverse array of contacts.
- Occasionally bend stoop and squat.
- May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time.
- Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
- Work primarily in a traditional climate-controlled intermittently in outside weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination & Diversity
Notre Dame de Sion is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community. Candidates who have experience working with a wide range of faculty staff and students and who can contribute to the climate of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their experience in these areas.
The above description covers the most significant duties performed but does not exclude assignments not mentioned.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
An independent, Roman Catholic school, Notre Dame de Sion of Kansas City welcomes students of all faiths. With two campuses in Kansas City – a co-ed grade school for ages 2 through 8th grade and a college-preparatory high school for girls – Sion is part of a global network of 22 schoo ... View more
