Social Studies Teacher 7-12

REPORTS TO: School Director CALENDAR: School/Teacher

FLSA: Salaried/Exempt

BASIC FUNCTION:

To provide the students under his/her direct supervision a quality educational program, which is appropriate for the assigned students, that meets their ability and appropriate for the subject and growth, and personal characteristics.

EMPLOYMENT MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree
• Valid Ohio teaching certificate or license
• Meet Federal Properly Certified Teacher standards as determined by ESEA
• Appropriate criminal record as determined by the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
• Demonstrate evidence of strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to generate, record, and maintain information and statistical data
• Ability to administer, score, and interpret a test of individual achievement
• Knowledge of the Ohio Department of Education model curriculum and Ohio’s New Learning Standards
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of student records and school business

RESPONSIBILITIES:

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

A teacher shall demonstrate knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the following broad areas: instruction, classroom management, professional attitudes and growth, and personal characteristics.

Instructional Skills/Abilities

In the area of instructional skills and ability, a teacher shall:

• Demonstrate evidence of effective planning
• Demonstrate skill in a variety of methods and techniques to meet student needs
• Have a thorough knowledge of the subject matter being taught
• Create an inviting learning environment
• Encourage proper care and usage of equipment, furnishings and materials
• Be receptive to new ideas
• Be enthusiastic
• Demonstrate correct use of the written and spoken word
• Teach social thinking and social skills to students
• Evaluate and report student progress on the approved reporting tool and as scheduled
• Follow Summit Academy’s Instructional Design

Classroom Management

In the area of classroom management, a teacher shall:

• Establish and maintain positive rapport with people
• Establish and maintain a classroom routine
• Establish teacher expectation of students
• Uphold school rules
• Implement PBIS Behavior System

Professional Attitude and Relationships

In the areas of professional relationships, a teacher shall:

• Have the ability to interact in a professional manner with Summit Academy staff
• Have the ability to effectively work with colleagues in a professional manner
• Demonstrate evidence of a positive attitude towards:
  • Colleagues, students, parents/guardians, special service personnel, support staff, administrators, and visitors/public

Professional Growth

In the area of professional relationships, a teacher shall show evidence of a positive attitude towards:

• Show evidence of participation in professional improvement activities
• Participate on school and/or district-wide curriculum committees
• Plan, implement, and complete an IPDP as prescribed by the LPDC
• Participate in OTES

Personal Characteristics

In the area of personal characteristics, a teacher shall:

• Maintain professional behavior
• Dress professionally

All other responsibilities as set forth by School Director and CEO of Summit Academy Management.