What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School History Teacher position at Sizer School?
JOB SUMMARY Sizer School, a North Central Charter Essential School, is seeking a driven, dynamic, and experienced History teacher to be a part of the high school instructional team. This teacher is responsible for creating a classroom environment that supports students in the development of research and inquiry skills that support the study of the past; and the development of an understanding and appreciation of the forces and influences that impact the course of events in human history. This candidate will bring a passion for supporting and implementing best instructional practices, wrap around student support services, and a commitment to further promote an already existing positive collaborative environment. Only those candidates with a deep passion for the Sizer School mission and ready to teach in and be a part of an exemplary, innovative public middle/high school need apply.MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES?Teaches content and skills in History with a concentration in US History II;?Demonstrates strong knowledge of Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.?Promotes the learning and growth of all students by providing high-quality and coherent instruction.?Designs standards-based units of instruction and lesson plans with measurable outcomes and challenging tasks.?Demonstrates instructional and management practices that establish high expectations and create a safe and effective classroom environment.?Adapts instruction, materials, and assessments to make challenging material accessible to all students, including English learners and students with disabilities.?Acts as an advisor to a group of students and works to shape curriculum and practice to support the whole student.?Reflects on the effectiveness of lessons, units, and interactions with students, both individually and with colleagues, and uses insights gained to improve practice and student learning.?Participates in school-wide and subject specific professional development and grade level team meetings.?Promotes the learning and growth of all students through culturally proficient, skilled, and collaborative practice.?Utilizes informal and formal assessment methods to measure student learning and growth.?Utilizes data to inform instruction, monitor progress, and identify students in need of targeted instruction/interventions.?Motivates and engages students and promotes opportunities for students to generate understanding on their own through real world applications.?Uses inclusive instructional practices to account for differences in students learning needs.?Sets and upholds high standards for student work, effort, and behavior.Why Teach at Sizer?Join a small community of dedicated teachers committed to student success.
The daily schedule for teachers at Sizer is 4 class periods, one period of prep, and one period of team-level community planning time. Our class sizes are small with a maximum of 21 students in a class. Sizer teachers meet for professional development and learning communities consistently throughout the school year and are encouraged and supported in strengthening their practice. At Sizer, teachers have a voice in the development of the school and innovation is encouraged.SIZER SCHOOLSizer School is located in Fitchburg, MA, draws from cities and towns in North Central Massachusetts, and is chartered to serve 400 students in grades 7-12.
The schools faculty and staff are some of the most dedicated professionals in Massachusetts public schools and do whatever it takes to ensure student achievement. The school is named in honor of Ted Sizer, and we are known for our commitment to the common principles of the Essential School movement. The school boasts small class sizes, a safe and supportive learning environment, and students who outperform their peers from other area public schools. Sizer prides itself on creating a personalized learning plan for each student.
Students enter Sizer as early as 7th grade and graduate well prepared for college and career.SIZERS MISSIONSizer is a public school where students are known personally, challenged intellectually, and participate actively. Guided by its commitment to diversity and inclusiveness, the school seeks to send graduates into the world who THINK for themselves, CARE about others, and ACT creatively and responsibly.
The daily schedule for teachers at Sizer is 4 class periods, one period of prep, and one period of team-level community planning time. Our class sizes are small with a maximum of 21 students in a class. Sizer teachers meet for professional development and learning communities consistently throughout the school year and are encouraged and supported in strengthening their practice. At Sizer, teachers have a voice in the development of the school and innovation is encouraged.SIZER SCHOOLSizer School is located in Fitchburg, MA, draws from cities and towns in North Central Massachusetts, and is chartered to serve 400 students in grades 7-12.
The schools faculty and staff are some of the most dedicated professionals in Massachusetts public schools and do whatever it takes to ensure student achievement. The school is named in honor of Ted Sizer, and we are known for our commitment to the common principles of the Essential School movement. The school boasts small class sizes, a safe and supportive learning environment, and students who outperform their peers from other area public schools. Sizer prides itself on creating a personalized learning plan for each student.
Students enter Sizer as early as 7th grade and graduate well prepared for college and career.SIZERS MISSIONSizer is a public school where students are known personally, challenged intellectually, and participate actively. Guided by its commitment to diversity and inclusiveness, the school seeks to send graduates into the world who THINK for themselves, CARE about others, and ACT creatively and responsibly.
Salary : $58,900 - $74,600