We are seeking a passionate and dynamic High School History Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a deep knowledge of history, a commitment to student success, and the ability to engage and inspire high school students.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Teaching Faculty
DEPARTMENT: Faculty
REPORTING TO: Head of School
DEPT. OF LABOR STATUS: Full-Time, with Benefits; Exempt
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree (minimum), preferably in Education, Exceptional Student Education, Secondary Education, with a focus (12 credit hours minimum) in core subject area (English/Language Arts, Science, Mathematics, History/Social Studies).
- Teaching experience with grades 6 – 12 (public or private).
- Experience working with exceptional students (ESE certification through Florida Department of Education preferred, professional development available from School if not yet obtained).
- FLDOE Certification not required for hire, but preferred (and will be expected professional development goal for continued employment).
Duties and Responsibilities (Direct and Supervisory):
- Teach Core Subject courses and/or Enrichment Courses for 6th through 12th grades.
- Per-semester Minimum requirements and expectations:
- Core instruction per Master Schedule in assigned core subject area(s).
- If available period in Master Schedule, teach additional enrichment course as determined by Dean of Students or Head of School.
- Sponsorship/leadership of extra-curricular activities (average 2.5 hours/week, coordinate with Dean of Students to Determine).
- Collaboration with subject area team(s) and cross-curricular team(s) faculty members for integrated studies, projects, and efforts in support of Greenwood School Mission.
- Generate and maintain course curriculum maps in Atlas software.
- Maintain and Promptly Report Accurate Student Records.
- Administrative responsibilities include, but are not limited to, student attendance, grading information, and collaboration with grade level appropriate Department Head and the Dean of Students concerning general student behavior and performance.
- Communicate successes and concerns appropriately to student(s)’ parent/guardian, grade level appropriate Department Head, and the Dean of Students.
- Maintain a class website with up to date information on timelines, and resources for parents to easily navigate.
- Respond to parent communications promptly and appropriately, keeping grade level appropriate Department Head and the Dean of Students informed of any need for support.
- Support School Administrative Team, Faculty Team(s), Students, and Families.
- Attend and participate in scheduled faculty meetings, professional learning communities, professional development programs, departmental collaboration sessions, and curriculum development efforts.
- Adhere to policies contained within the Greenwood School Employee Handbook and directives from School Leadership Team.
- Provide constructive feedback in Team planning sessions.
- Set and consistently work toward professional development goals in coordination with and as directed by Head of School.
- Attend School events when available.
- Other Duties and Responsibilities
- As required/requested by Head of School, coordinated with faculty member for needs and/or opportunities that may arise.
