Social Science Teacher - Middle School

POSITION:  7th Grade Social Science Teacher

SUMMARY: Responsible for planning and implementing instruction according to state adopted
curriculum content standards, using Todd County School District approved curriculum.

QUALIFICATIONS & JOB REQUIRMENTS:
1. Valid South Dakota Teaching Certificate or ability to obtain certification by September 30th of
the contracted school year.
2. Technology skills - computer, iPad, Tablet and related software.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBIIITES:
1. Use District approved curriculum to plan lessons each week. Submit lesson plans weekly to
building administrator using administrator approved format.
2. Use effective instructional strategies that are aligned to the District's goals, mission, vision and
guiding principles.
3. Plan instruction that is engaging and at the student's developmentally appropriate level.
4. Establishes routines and procedures in the classroom for effective classroom management.
5. Provide individual and small group instruction to meet student individual academic, social and
emotional needs.
6. Teach and reinforce emotional and social skills that are developmentally appropriate.
7. Maintain a classroom environment that is clean, orderly, inviting and free of clutter.
8. Maintain confidentiality of student records and information about students and their families.
9. Maintain student records, including attendance, behavior, assessments and grades in a timely
manner and in accordance with the direction of the building administrator.
10. Maintain a high level of ethical behavior.
11. Participate in all family nights, programs, and extra-curricular activities at the school as
assigned by the building administrator.
12. Plan and coordinate the work of paraprofessionals, parents and volunteers in the classroom
and on field trips.
13. ldentify student needs, make appropriate referrals and follow student lndividualized
Educational Plans.
14. Maintain student discipline in the classroom that is conducive to learning. Use District
approved discipline strategies and resources.
15. Communicate consistently, respectfully and professionally with parents/guardians and as
directed by building administrator.
16. Monitor student progress.
17. Supervise students at lunch, recess, hallways and other areas as assigned by building
administrator.
18. Other duties as assigned.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:
1. Supervise students during emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips. The
teacher is continuously responsible for the safety, well-being and work output of students.
2. Professionally and respectfully participate in District and school provided professional development.
3. lmplement instructional strategies provided through professional development.
4. Collaborate respectfully and professionally with colleagues and all staff.
5. Follow all District policies and the SD Teacher Code of Ethics.
6. Maintain appropriate certification for teaching position.