Teacher - Middle School, Social Studies; Temporary

Job Summary

The Social Studies Teacher – Middle School at Clear Creek Middle School is responsible for developing students’ academic skills through curriculum implementation, student progress documentation, and support of a safe learning environment. The position encourages students to apply understanding and problem‑solving skills while fostering positive relationships with parents and staff.

• Develop lesson plans and instructional aids aligned with the Board of Education curriculum.
• Teach middle‑level social studies courses using a state‑approved course of study and appropriate instructional publications.
• Demonstrate concepts using models, chalkboard, overhead projector, and teacher‑prepared instructional aids.
• Provide individualized and small‑group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Design learning activities that connect the subject area to the physical world.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment.
• Evaluate pupil progress and prepare progress reports; may prepare letters of recommendation for scholarships, college applications, etc.
• Perform basic attendance accounting and business services as required.
• Plan and coordinate the work of aides, teacher assistants, or other paraprofessionals as needed.
• Communicate with parents to interpret contemporary teaching methods; discuss individual pupil progress with parents, school counselors, and other professional staff.
• Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other staff members to solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Supervise pupils during assigned out‑of‑classroom activities.
• Maintain professional competence through participation in in‑service education activities and self‑selected professional growth activities.
• Prompt and regular attendance.

• Assist other personnel as required to support completion of their work activities.
• Participate in meetings (parent conferences, in‑service training, site meetings, etc.) for credential and information purposes.
• Select and requisition instructional books, aids, and supplies; maintain required inventory records.
• Participate in curriculum and other developmental programs at the school and/or district level; may teach under modular or flexible scheduling plans.
• Share in the sponsorship of student activities and participate in faculty committees.

• Prior job‑related experience

• Motivating students and communicating with individuals from varied educational and cultural backgrounds.
• Directing support personnel and evaluating performance.
• Knowledge of age‑appropriate teaching methods, state curriculum framework, education code, and appropriate instructional subjects.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods and perform a variety of specialized and responsible tasks.
• Maintain records and establish cooperative relationships with students, parents, and other school personnel; meet schedule and deadlines.
• Physical abilities: lifting/carrying/reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, near/far visual acuity, depth perception, accommodation, and field of vision.

• Bachelor's Degree

• Teaching Credential for appropriate level of instruction and/or subjects
• Highly Qualified Status for assignment
• Criminal Justice fingerprint clearance
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid Certificates

• Annual salary range: $15,129 – $29,963.83 (192/193 day contract)
• Specialty stipend of $583 for certified multilingual candidates (Spanish, Arabic, Ukrainian, ASL, or Russian); must pass standardized proficiency test.

Gresham‑Barlow School District recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of this district and the board of education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups in any educational programs, activities or employment. Gresham‑Barlow provides equal access to individuals with disabilities.

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Women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they believe they meet every desired qualification. We encourage candidates to apply even if they do not believe they meet every qualification. Preference will be given to applicants with lived experience with culturally, linguistically, and racially diverse communities.