Middle School Social Studies Teacher (URGENT HIRING)

Job Description

Job DescriptionMiddle School Social Studies Teacher - Temp for Maternity Leave

Compensation Rate: Pays up to $50 per hour

Description:

We are looking for a committed Social Studies Teacher for the time period of April 15th through June 20th for Maternity Leave coverage. You will be responsible for preparing and implementing a full educational teaching plan according to the school’s requirements. It will be fundamental to provide knowledge and instruction to students while also helping them develop their personalities and skills.

The ideal candidate will be passionate for the job with an ability to reach out to students and create a relationship of mutual trust. They will know how to organize a class and make learning an easy and meaningful process.

The goal is to help cultivate the students’ interest in education and be their dedicated ally in the entire process of learning and development.

Responsibilities:

• Present lessons in a comprehensive manner and use visual/audio means to facilitate learning
• Provide individualized instruction to each student by promoting interactive learning
• Create and distribute educational content (notes, summaries, assignments etc.)
• Assess and record student’s progress and provide grades and feedback
• Maintain a tidy and orderly classroom
• Collaborate with other teachers, parents and stakeholders and participate in regular meetings
• Plan and execute educational in-class and outdoor activities and events
• Observe and understand student’s behavior and psyche and report suspicions of neglect, abuse etc.
• Develop and enrich professional skills and knowledge by attending seminars, conferences etc.

Requirements:

• Proper New Jersey teaching certification
• Degree in teaching or specialized subject
• Thorough knowledge of teaching best practices and legal educational guidelines partnered with a willingness to follow the school’s policies and procedures
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Well organized and committed
• Creative and energetic
• Strong moral values and discipline

Grade school specialties:

• 6th grade
• 7th grade
• Social Studies

Physical setting:

• Charter school

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Jersey City, NJ 07304: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person