Teacher - Middle School Social Studies (Interim)

* Prepare lesson plans for the principal's careful and thorough review which are correlated to the most current, applicable curriculum standards, and effectively use the lesson plans to actively engage all students in the learning process; * Use appropriate grade level, data-driven, research-based, teaching strategies to teach the appropriate curriculum standards to all student, and subgroups of students; * Analyze the most recent, appropriate, formal assessment results (including Value-Added and TVAAS Teacher Effect, when applicable) as well as the latest system-and school-level Report Card, studying identified strengths and weaknesses, then make appropriate adjustments in the classroom; * Serve as a positive and active participant in Professional Learning Communities (school level and system level, when applicable); * Assess frequently students' comprehension and application of expected curriculum standards; * Take responsibility for all students' mastery of applicable curriculum standards and significant academic growth; * Supervise activities such as field trips, group discussions, and dramatic play acting to stimulate students' interest in and broaden understanding of their physical and social environment; * Foster cooperative social behavior through games and group projects to assist students in forming satisfying relationships with other students and adults; * Prepare for assigned classes and shows evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor; * Encourage students to maintains standards of classroom behavior; * Observe students to detect signs of ill health or emotional disturbance and to evaluate progress; * Discuss students' problems and progress with parents; * Administer diagnostic tests and evaluates students' progress on a regular basis; * Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning; * Assist in upholding board policies, school rules, and administrative regulations; * Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when requested to do so; * Represent the school and the community in a positive manner; * Report to the principal when one knows or reasonably suspects that a child's health or welfare has been or appears to have been harmed as a result of abuse of neglect; and * Perform other work-related duties as assigned.