Long Term High School Social Studies Substitute Teacher

Position: Long Term High School Social Studies Substitute Teacher - Georgetown High School Mission Statement Georgetown Public Schools is dedicated to educating all students to their fullest potential so that they may become responsible, tolerant, and successful individuals. Values At Georgetown Public Schools our beliefs drive our commitments, decisions and actions. Specifically, we believe that: Our students come first! Their individual, intellectual, physical, social and emotional growth is the priority. Our students achieve high standards. Our schools promote academic excellence, creativity, innovation and the achievement of personal excellence. Our schools foster pride in self, school, community, country, and world. Our curriculum is state of the art, comprehensive and challenging for all students. Our students become responsible problem solvers and become critical thinkers. Our schools create lifelong learners who demonstrate moral and ethical integrity, and contribute to the shaping of society. Our teachers, parents/guardians, and overall community are partners in understanding and educating every student. Their role is to encourage and support the achievement of student goals and dreams. Technology is a critical learning tool essential for future success in our global society. Our schools are welcoming, inclusive, and safe places to learn, where individual differences are both respected and valued. Job Description The Georgetown Public School District is seeking a highly qualified Long Term High School Social Studies substitute teacher for paternity leave coverage. Social Studies teachers at GMHS work within a collaborative environment to develop engaging and rigorous standards-based lessons that foster critical thinking skills. A successful candidate will find creative ways to present content from multiple perspectives, to prepare students to become active, responsible, and involved citizens. Candidates must be reflective, coachable, and excel in two-way communication within a highly professional environment. What You’ll Do Teach assigned 5 periods, with a duty period within a 7 period day. What You’ll Bring Georgetown Public Schools knows that there is no more important factor in a child’s education than a great teacher or service provider. The staff in Georgetown are passionate about high quality education and services, drive student achievement, and reflect upon, respect, and value racial, cultural, and linguistic diversity. Most importantly, they demonstrate a strong commitment to the Georgetown community, which fully supports the educational system. Georgetown Public Schools require professionals who are able to serve all of our students, regardless of ability or language. Georgetown Public Schools seeks candidates who have diverse backgrounds and experiences, value our mission, and are highly motivated to change the lives of our students with high quality services that are free of bias, and enable them to form their own opinions. If you fit this description, consider this your personal invitation to apply. Salary And Benefits Per agreement between the Georgetown School Committee and Georgetown Education Association. Applications Please apply through School Spring and include a letter of interest, resume, certification areas, transcripts, and three letters of recommendation. Equal Opportunity Employer Georgetown Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information 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.