Social Studies Teacher Warrensville Heights Middle School 2025-2026

Position Type :

Middle School Teaching

Date Posted : 9 / 3 / 2025

Location :

Warrensville Heights Middle School

Closing Date : 09 / 12 / 2025

Description : 4-9 Social Studies Teacher

Job Objective : Plans, implements, and assesses student learning experiences. Helps student make appropriate choices. Encourages parental involvement.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : The following are typical work responsibilities. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.

• Teach 4-9 Social Studies Courses to Middle School students
• Teach courses within the specified curriculum that are aligned with the state standards.
• Develop syllabus, course outlines, curriculum, assessment plans and reports for all courses.
• Evaluate student outcomes.
• Assess students' language competency levels.
• Provide student advisement and recruitment services.
• Participate in program / division meetings.
• Serve on department and college committees
• Maintains a thorough understanding of subject material. Creates effective student learning experiences.
• Documents teaching performance objectives.
• Use formal and informal assessment strategies to monitor and manage student learning.
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines / procedures. Promotes a professional image of the school district. Encourages community partnerships that enhance district programs.
• Promotes effective communications and assistance. Uses problem - solving techniques to tactfully address questions / concerns. Refers policy interpretation inquires to administrative staff.
• Prepares the assigned classroom or instructional area. Develops written lesson plans that align with state standards and the district's adopted courses of study / curriculum goals.
• Evaluates the academic needs of students.
• Develops meaningful educational activities that engage and stimulate student learning. Varies instructional techniques to address diverse learning styles.
• Helps students take full advantage of the learning environment (e.g., use of instructional / media resources, access / proximity to activities, etc.)
• Communicates expectations, provides guidance, and shows an active interest in student progress.
• Facilitates self - reliance, problem -solving, critical - thinking, creativity, and performance skills.
• Plans collaborative student learning activities that encourage positive peer relationships.
• Collaborates with other staff. Shares knowledge and resources that enhance student learning.
• Upholds the student conduct code. Implements effective pupil management procedures.
• Maintains a positive learning environment.
• Helps parents / students understand academic objectives, behavioral standards and performance expectations.
• Consults with support personnel to address student concerns (e.g., excessive absences, at-risk behavior, mental / physical health, family / peer relations, etc.).
• Collaborates with staff to implement and monitor behavior management plans when required.
• Supports and inclusive educational environment. Provides opportunities for students with disabilities to participate in appropriate learning activities.
• Initiates referrals for student assistance as needed. Meets mandated paperwork deadlines. Helps the intervention assistance team (IAT) prepare plans when required.
• Supports and inclusive educational environment. Provides opportunities for students with disabilities to participate in appropriate learning activities.
• Initiates referrals for student assistance as needed. Meets mandated paperwork deadlines.
• Proctors district testing activities as directed. Upholds security procedures. Helps students with content - area preparation activities.
• Maintains accurate records and submits report on time.
• Evaluates student achievement performance. Prepares progress reports. Consults with parents as needed (e.g., phone calls, notes, meetings, etc.).
• Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Promotes the proper use, care, and security of school property.
• Takes precautions to ensure safety. Monitors situations that may indicate a problem. Provides appropriate student supervision. Works with supervisor to manage or eliminate risk factors.
• Reports suspected child abuse and / or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
• Supervise non-classroom activities when assigned.
• Participates in staff meetings, conferences, and other required school activities.
• Encourages parent organizations and supports school - sponsored activities.
• Pursues growth opportunities that enhance professional performance and advance district goals.
• Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.

Qualifications :

Abilities Required : The following personal characteristics and skills are important for the successful performance of assigned duties.

APPLICATION PROCESS :

Complete online application and upload a resume and any other credentials pertinent to the position.

The Warrensville Heights City Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the recruitment, placement, maintenance, promotion or termination of employees on the basis of race, sex, religion or national orgin.