Teacher Social Studies
MISSION:
The mission of Marion P. Thomas Charter School is to build culturally rich, transformative educational spaces that cultivate successful, lifelong innovators who use their passions, character, and intellect to better themselves, the greater Newark community, and the world beyond.
WHO YOU ARE:
An energetic social studies teacher whose responsibilities include teaching elements of history, geography, politics, economics, religion, and culture to students. You should keep abreast of current events and initiate spirited, respectful debates amongst students. To be successful as a social studies teacher, you should demonstrate passion and commitment to your discipline.
Do you have what it takes?
- Education and Experience:
- A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
- A New Jersey Department of Education Social Studies Certificate, Certificate of Eligibility (CE), or Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS).
THE ROLE:
- Teaches courses in social studies, history, geography, American government, political science or humanities to students utilizing the course of study adopted by the District and other appropriate curriculum publications as guidelines in teaching individual course content.
- Develops lesson plans to teach a balanced social studies program involving factual background material, material on current events, discussion time and other appropriate activities designed to encourage students to develop skills and attitudes, draw conclusions, and achieve improved interpersonal relationships.
- Provides opportunities, when needed, for individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
- Develops knowledge of the purpose, structure, and operation of the American governmental and economic system and the rights and responsibilities of American citizenship.
- Makes current material from the mass media available to students; plans and guides discussions of current problems against the background of geographical environment and history of the area being studied.
- Develops an understanding of the contributions of racial, and political groups to American culture.
- Develops knowledge of political and economic systems of other nations and their influence on personal freedom, education and living standards.
- Encourages students to become aware of the complexity and inter-relations of local, state, national and world problems.
- Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment.
- Evaluate each student’s progress in social studies knowledge and skills.
- Selects and requisitions books, instructional aids and supplies; maintains required inventory records.
- Supervise daily and check homework, ensure students’ academic progress and serve as a primary point of contact for parents.
- Regularly assess student mastery of key skills and concepts and use this data to differentiate instruction to meet student needs.
- Participates in faculty committees and sponsorship of student activities.
- Participates cooperatively with the appropriate administrator(s) to develop the method by which he/she will be evaluated in conformance with district guidelines.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Salary range: BA $61,912 - $86,912 / MA 62,412 - 87,412
- Term of Employment: 10.5 Months
Are You Ready To Join The Village?
Here’s what you can expect-
- The opportunity to join an experienced, diverse, and mission-driven team that is passionate about educational equity
- Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance policies
- Family Focus: Parental/Family leave so you can care for your loved ones
- Pension: Eligibility for participation in the state pension plan
- Learning & Development: A culture that encourages and promotes professional growth and development
- Bonus – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded.
Next Steps: MPTCS is currently reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Due to the high volume of responses received not every applicant will be contacted. If you meet the qualifications, you will be contacted to move forward in the selection process.
Marion P. Thomas Charter School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.