Position Title:  Social Studies Teacher

 

Location:  Lafayette County School District 

 

Reports to: Building Principal   

 

Description of Position:   To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.  Work is performed under the supervision of the principal.    

                             

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Providing quality work that engages students in learning.


• Writing, speaking and presenting information.


• Knowing how to teach the subject(s) to students.


• Implementing the Mississippi College and Career Ready Standards that reflect the foundational expectations of what ALL students should know and be able to do in each grade.


• Recognizing and responding appropriately to individual differences in students.


• Differentiating instruction for a variety of developmental stages and ability levels.


• Planning lessons in a logical sequence.


• Collaborating with other educators to create the most complete educational environment possible for students.


• Using a variety of assessment techniques and/or models to evaluate student performance.


• Utilizing technology and the devices as a tool in the teaching and learning process.


• Using results of ongoing assessments to improve instruction 


• Providing an environment that is safe, orderly, hazard-free, and conducive to learning.


• Consistently implementing approved disciplinary actions to allow for effective instruction and classroom management.


• Relating to parents and other community members in a positive and helpful manner.


• Participating in school and district professional development in order to support school improvement and support student learning.


• Attending regular and called faculty meetings


• Enforcing rules and regulations as stated in the teacher and student handbook.


• Adhering to policies and procedures established by district, state, and federal guidelines.


• Maintaining accurate and complete records.


• Performing all other duties and responsibilities assigned by the principal in order to contribute to an effective school operation. 


• Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.


• Performing other duties as assigned 

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited College/University


• Minimum Class “A” Mississippi Teaching Certificate issued by the Mississippi State Department of Education 


• All employees hired by the school district must pass a criminal background and child abuse registry check.

Preferred Skills:

 

• Works effectively in groups and becomes a team player.


• Deals with conflict effectively.


• Engages and motivates students to do their best.


• Possesses adequate knowledge of their content area(s).


• Communicates with staff, students, parents and community effectively.


• Takes the initiative to be a continuous learner.


• Demonstrates strong leadership skills.