Prep Social Science Teacher

Overview

Position Title: Prep Social Science Teacher
Department: Prep
Reports To: Department Head
FLSA Classification: Exempt
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 100%; the typical school day is 7:30 a.m.

- 4:00 p.m.
Schedule of Duties: 10-Month
Salary: $82,000- $173,502 annually (at 100%
FTE) depending upon level of education and experience
Position

Purpose:

The Social Science Teacher prepares curriculum and teaches Social Science to high school students grades 9-12.

• In addition to regular teaching duties, the following duties and responsibilities are expected as part of the faculty workload: chaperoning, community responsibilities, professional development and trainings, classroom substitution, holding office hours, proctoring exams, admission interviews, and attendance of, or participation in, mandatory meetings and/or events (e.g. Director’s Day, open houses, Schools’ annual auction), as required and directed by your supervisor. All employees will be paid appropriately and according to current law and SHS policy.
• Essential Functions – (see individual items below)

• Teaches Social Science successfully to high school students.
• Prepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and student resources.
• Maintains accurate student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
• Evaluates student work and provides meaningful feedback to guide learning / growth.
• Maintains regularly scheduled office hours in order to advise and assist students.
• Plans, evaluates, and revises curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction.
• Uses effective class management techniques to ensure effective learning.
• Contributes actively to build a vibrant faculty/staff learning culture. Collaborates with colleagues to develop and renew curriculum and other school programs, including contributing positively to team that co-creates shared curriculum and assessments across sections of a course.
• Maintains expertise in subject matter and pedagogy through professional development.
• Other duties as assigned.

• BA degree in Social Science or relevant field and three years of relevant teaching experience. Prior experience working in an independent/Catholic school environment and/or Master’s degree in a relevant field and /or teaching credential in appropriate subject matter strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to teach high school-level course(s) in at least one other discipline within their subject area.
• A strong understanding of and commitment to pedagogy aligned with the National Council of Teachers in their subject matter.
• Demonstrated ability to teach adolescents with joy and verve with a commitment to equity and inclusion.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate innovative technology to support student learning.
• Demonstrated ability to support all learners, including those with an identified learning difference or disability.
• Obvious passion for their subject area and fostering that passion in adolescents.
• Willingness to adapt to an existing curriculum as well as contribute ideas to enhance the respective academic and other school programs.
• A broad knowledge of and experience with current best practices in curriculum and instruction, especially standards-based learning
• Excellent verbal and written skills in English, as well as outstanding interpersonal skills. Additional skills in Spanish are valued and preferred.
• A clear commitment to the educational philosophy of the school as articulated in the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Schools and professional behavior based on it.

• Works in an often highly stressful environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts.
• Demonstrated excellent attendance and punctuality.
• May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time.
• Work primarily in a traditional climate controlled classroom environment and intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold typical to the Mid-Peninsula in the Bay Area.
• Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs. and regularly travel safely and comfortably over a 63 acre campus
• Available and willing to attend and work some evenings/weekends and on occasional overnight trips.
• Abide by school’s current safety policies (ex: wearing masks, washing hands, etc.)