Job Description

World History Teacher

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- Position Type: High School Teaching / Social Studies - History
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- Date Posted: 3/28/2024
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- Date Available: 03/28/2024
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Position Purpose

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Under the general supervision of the School Principal, the teacher will develop students' knowledge of world history; foster an understanding and appreciation of world cultures, languages, racial, ethnic and religious groups, and political systems.

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Essential Functions

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- Develops and administers World History curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
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- Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning.
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- Develops lesson plans and instructional materials, translating lesson plans into learning experiences to develop unit organization around historical problems.
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- Teaches knowledge of world history from early to modern historic periods, incorporating political science, economics, sociology, geography, and anthropology within a historical context.
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- Promotes the formation of attitudes and skills that enable students to analyze intelligently the world around them, becoming constructive members of a free society predicated on the rule of law.
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- Fosters an understanding of the continuity and patterns of human behavior through the ages, and of humanity's major problems and approaches to their solutions.
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- Demonstrates how the past provides a comparative basis for evaluating current issues and predicting courses of action for the future.
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- Develops students' research skills through a variety of reading and writing assignments, stimulating self‐reliance in problem‐solving through effective utilization of library materials.
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- Promotes critical analysis of the effect media has on the flow of information and shaping of public discourse,



encouraging students to seek alternative sources of information concerning key world issues.
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- Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, modifying instructional methods to fit individual student needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
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- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and stay current through seminars, workshops, professional meetings, or research.
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- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate record‐keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
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- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
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- Ensures student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, establishing and maintaining standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
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- Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participants in faculty meetings and committees.
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- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids, and other supplies and equipment, maintaining inventory records.
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Additional Duties

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- Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
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Equipment

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- Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printers, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
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Travel Requirements

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- Travels to school district buildings and qualified meetings as required.
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Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

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- Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, and differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
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- Knowledge of world history sub‐topics including geography, sociology, economics, political science, systems of government, anthropology, responsible citizenship, and humanities.
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- Knowledge of humanity's major problems and approaches to their solutions in the past.
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- Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and formulation of action plans.
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- Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
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- Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
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- Ability to organize and coordinate work.
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- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
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- Ability to engage in self‐evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
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- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others in the course of work.
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Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

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- Works in standard office and school building environments.
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Qualifications Profile

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- Certification/License: State Certification as a History Teacher; Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.
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- Education: Bachelor's from an accredited college or university in an education discipline applicable to teaching assignment; Master's Degree preferred.
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- Experience: Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
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Perks & Compensation

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- Full Health Benefits
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- Salary: $60,000–$80,000
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FLSA Status

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Exempt

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