7th/8th Grades Social Studies Teacher

Job Summary

To create a flexible middle grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with students; to motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for middle grade education in accordance with each student’s ability; to establish good relationships with parents and other staff members; to assist in school programs subject to the SSDS Mission which states:

“At Solomon Schechter Day School of Metropolitan Chicago, we ignite our students’ Jewish souls, educate them to their highest potential, and empower them to use their knowledge, skills, and creativity to enrich our world. “

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Teaching:

Assume personal responsibility for the academic progress of all students
Implement a coherent, research-based curriculum
Document all syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, rubrics, and other instructional materials and methods
Use consistent school-wide practices and individualized methods to engage students in the classroom
Classroom Management:

Create, monitor, and sustain a disciplined school culture of high academic and behavioral standards
Provide structure in the classroom by developing and reinforcing school-wide rules and expectations
Ensure smooth operation of all classroom instructional functions without excuses or exceptions
Data Analysis:

Develop and use a variety of assessment data to refine curricula and instructional practice
Evaluate academic achievement through detailed data analysis of student performance
Student Support and School Culture:

Communicate effectively and maintain strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues
Develop and maintain positive, strong classroom culture
Required Core Competencies:

Results-driven educator with experience in, and commitment to, standards-based curriculum and the use of data and assessments to drive instructional decisions
Proven ability to work collaboratively and flexibly with a diverse team of teachers
Technological proficiency with a basic understanding of data analysis
Professional demeanor, strong work-ethic, detail-driven work style with excellent organizational skills
Ambitious nature interested in growing as an educator and reaching high standards professionally
Committed to school’s mission
Faculty values that drive our work together:

Jewish Values and Torah
Professionalism
Optimism
Collaboration
Respect
Open Communication
Innovation and Creativity
Life-Long Learning
Qualification Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
Illinois teaching certificate.
Experience preferred, but not required
Elementary or Secondary Certification with endorsement in Middle School Social Studies