Social Studies Teacher

Please send a resume and letter of interest to Nancy Bowman at nancy.bowman@northgatesd.net or 589 Union Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15202.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Appropriate Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate(s) in Secondary Social Studies Education

2. Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts Degree

3. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may

find appropriate and acceptable.

4. Dual certification preferred, specifically English 7-12.

REPORTS TO: Principal

JOB GOAL: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible individuals.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Instructional Planning

• Maintains clear and up-to-date lesson plans
• Maintains up-to-date records and reports
• Relates plans to clearly defined objectives consistent with established

curriculum and standards

• Previews and has needed materials available
• Makes effective use of planning time
• Revises plans based upon student needs, ability levels, and interests
• Uses assessment results to diagnose and prescribe what needs to be

done to improve achievement

• Focuses learning on the next concept beyond that which the student

already knows

• Is familiar with non-academic growth, home environment and adjustment

to school

• Provides effective home/school communication
• Seeks assistance and advice of professional staff when appropriate

Instructional Methods

• Develops readiness for learning
• Uses meaningful objectives
• Uses content appropriate to the subject area and ability of students
• Differentiates instruction to meet student needs
• Provides information in a clear and concise manner, using a multi-sensory

approach

• Provides appropriate guided and independent practice
• Employs a variety of instruction strategies, technology and instructional

media

• Provides prompt and positive feedback
• Utilizes a variety of questioning techniques
• Monitors all non-direct teacher activities for their usefulness and

appropriateness

• Evaluates performance on the objectives and then reteaches or enriches

as needed

• Aids students in developing positive self-concepts
• Provides the experiences needed to extend students’ thinking skills
• Increases the probability of continued student learning through greater

motivation

Classroom Management

• Maintains a high level of time on task and redirects students who are off

task

• Establishes and clearly communicates the parameters for student behavior
• Recognizes and reinforces achievement and good behavior
• Administers fair and consistent discipline
• Promotes an environment in which all students feel free to participate
• Maintains a classroom atmosphere conducive to good health and safety
• Is aware of physical, emotional and psychological needs of students
• Provides an orderly environment
• Insures proper care of instructional equipment and materials

Competency in Subject Matter Taught and/or Services Provided

• Possesses knowledge in assigned grade and subject area
• Participates in curriculum improvement
• Continues professional growth through participation in developmental

opportunities

• Joins professional organizations and/or reads professional literature.

Attendance

• Adheres to district sick leave and personal leave policies
• Adheres to district flex-time policies
• Punctual to job assignments and meetings
• Involved in non-required school activities
• Maintains physical stamina to meet demands of the job

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 190 days. Salary and benefits commensurate with contractual commitments.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with administrative procedures and established contractual protocols.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person