Job Description

Discovery Charter School is looking to hire a Middle School History Teacher (Grades 7th an 8th)

JOB SUMMARY: To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in an middle school learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Work is performed under the supervision of the principal.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB MAY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

• Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
• Develops schemes of work, lesson plans and tests that are in accordance with established procedures.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
• Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
• Provide appropriate feedback on work.
• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.
• Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations.
• Prepare required reports on students and activities.
• Participate in department, school, district and parent meetings.
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and their needs.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
• Observe and evaluate student's performance and development.
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments.

SKILLS

• Proven experience as a teacher
• Thorough knowledge of teaching best practices
• A willingness to follow the school’s policies and procedures
• Excellent communicability and interpersonal skills
• Well-organized and committed
• Creative and energetic
• Strong moral values and discipline
• Degree in teaching or in a specialized subject with a certificate in education preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

COVID-19 considerations: All staff and students are required to wear a mask. Weekly on site rapid COVID testing.

Company Description

The JYK Discovery Charter School serves students in grades K -8. The mission of the school is to "Connect what is learned in the classroom to the real world. The learning program provides extensive opportunity to make education relevant through discoveries outside the classroom. The vision of this school is to empower children to develop knowledge, skills, attitudes and behaviors that will make them lifetime learners and engage them in opportunities where they can put then into practice. Discovery Charter is a wonderful place to learn and work. The administrative team is approachable and easy to work with. The climate of the school is one of teamwork and collaboration.