Social Studies Teacher

ST. PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL • Full-time • Memphis, TN • 5d ago

Job Description

Position is responsible for creating a classroom environment that develops in each student skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing that are fundamental to effective communication and literate citizenship; that develops in each student an appreciation of American ideals and cultural heritage; that develops proficiency in the use of social studies inquiry skills and concepts; that motivates each student to understand and exercise the rights, privileges, and responsibilities of citizenship. This position comes under the direct supervision of the parish pastor, school principal, and his or her designees. Salary Range: $43,000 – $59,000

Essential Duties

Teach content and skills in social studies, history, civics, government, and global issues to middle school students in Grade 6 through Grade 8.
Create a classroom environment supportive of the teachings of the Catholic
Instruct students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in the Student and Parent Handbook for St. Paul Catholic School.
Adapt material and methods to develop relevant sequential assignments and lesson plans that guide and challenge students.
Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials compatible with the school’s instructional philosophy and congruent with course standards; provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student and subgroups of students.
Evaluate academic and social growth of students, prepares report cards, keeps appropriate records to include attendance reports, checklists, and other recordkeeping activities as necessary.
Encourage students to think independently and to express original
Evaluates each student’s progress in meeting curricular
Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom
Identify student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve learning, health and behavioral problems.
Communicate with parents, school counselor, and administrators on student
Supervise students in assigned out-of-classroom activities during the working
Participate in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student
Administer testing in accordance with school
Model nondiscriminatory practices in all

Other Duties

Maintain professional competence by attending faculty meetings, staff development programs, curriculum development meetings, and other professional activities.
Participate in various student and parent activities which occur during and after school including Home and School meetings, student clubs, and after-school activities.
Create an effective learning environment through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and activity/learning centers.
Work positively and cooperatively within the Middle School Team to complete multi-discipline and multi-grade activities.
Meet the requirements of the teaching
Perform any other related duties as assigned by the principal or other appropriate
Report any circumstances of child abuse or neglect directly to the Tennessee Department of Human Services as instructed during staff training.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must possess a bachelor’s or master’s degree in education or a related field. Must be eligible for or possess Tennessee Teacher Licensure. Must possess the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, & the public.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic
Knowledge of child development, learning, and
Able to manage student
Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal
Able to work well with others in a school
Skill in handling multiple tasks
Skill in job appropriate
Skill in critical thinking and

Working conditions:

Required to manage moderate levels of
Required to work a minimum of a school
Required to work in standard school

Mental/Physical Demands:

Required to lift or carry supplies, textbooks, furniture, and equipment at a minimum of 35
Required to maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of
Required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, grab, pull, hear, see, and speak
Required to perform repetitive physical tasks such as computer keyboarding, writing, and
Required to monitor students in a variety of locations including those with noise, activity, and inclement

All employees must adhere to the Diocese of Memphis code of conduct and agree to represent the teachings of the Catholic Church when instructing or advising students, families, or other employees. Tasks or assignments may be added or removed from the job description by the pastor or an administrator at any time, without prior notice.