Secondary Social Studies Teacher

Job Description

Primary duties: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)
• Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials to facilitate active learning
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
• Prepare classroom for class activities and implements goals, objectives and standards of the school
• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instructions
• Evaluate student performance through examinations and homework assignments to promote student
achievement. Provide appropriate feedback on work.
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping
students solve health, attitude, and learning problems; assess student academic and behavioral needs by
establishing and enforcing school rules and procedures.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss students’ progress and interpret
the school program.
• Clearly communicate assessment criteria to parents; and involve parents/guardians in meaningful ways to
maximize student learning and achievement.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development
• Prepare required reports on students and activities
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere
in the classroom.
• Performs classroom management duties, maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary
systems of the school.
Professional Accountabilities
• Maintains professional competence by attending staff development programs, curriculum development
meetings and other professional activities.
• Participates in various school events, staff meetings and extracurricular activities.
• Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Principal or other appropriate administrator.
• Serve as a role model for promoting effective instruction and professionalism

Qualifications

Qualifications
• B.A/B.S. degree in teaching from an accredited institution or related field of teaching
• Minnesota State Licensure in teaching in appropriate subject area
• Strong desire and commitment to working with diverse students and staff
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• Ability and flexibility to interact effectively with students, parents, and other school staff, the administration, and
community members of diverse ethnic/racial and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Ability to collaborate with grade level teachers, paraprofessionals, and tutors regarding instructional classroom
activities
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Have knowledge of best practices, instructional strategies, classroom management and behavior management
• Ability to plan and implement lesson plans base on school goals, as well as the objectives, and needs of
students.
• Ability to adapt teaching styles to diverse student populations
• Ability to utilize computer and multimedia technology, as appropriate.
• Knowledge of classroom management and organization

Institution Description

HOPE Community Academy is an accredited, public co-educational charter school comprised of primary, intermediate,
and middle school levels. The entire school community seeks to provide a safe and trusting learning environment where
each student is valued and challenged to grow academically, socially, emotionally, and physically.
The mission of HOPE Community Academy is to educate all students to the highest levels of academic and social
standards with a focus on Hmong language and culture.
As a vital part of the total learning community, HOPE Community Academy is called to educate students in an
atmosphere enriched by shared Hmong and American values . . . peace, justice, and respect for one another. The
school recognizes that a child’s healthy development is dependent upon learning and living out those values.
The Social Studies Teacher is responsible to plan, organize and implement an appropriate learning environment that
guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential base on HOPE’s instructional curriculum
for students. Work is performed under the supervision of the principal

Application Instructions/Comments

Email Resume to katiekruger@hope-school.org