Middle School History Teacher

Responsibilities:

Create, adapt and implement history curriculum that is visual fun and engaging for groups of 10 students online or up to 25 students in person
Engage students and modify curriculum according to needs of students and the medium being used with assistance from Liberty LEADS Program Coordinator and advisory staff
If circumstances require us to switch to online classes, Instructors must have reliable WIFI and computers and must have cameras on at all times and appear on camera in order to persuade students to communicate and participate in the same way.
Manage in person and remote classrooms using positive behavior management strategies
Meet regularly with the Liberty LEADS Program Coordinator for supervision and debriefing
Prepare presentation with students for ‘end of year’ celebration
Provide lesson plans to the advisor's supervisor one week in advance for approval.

Qualifications:

Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in World History or a related field; Master’s preferred
NYS Teacher Certification or professional proficiency in content area preferred
Special Education teachers strongly urged to apply
Must possess strong communication skills and knowledge of group development
Experience working with middle school youth and knowledge of child development
Experience teaching classes using Zoom platform preferred
Reliable WIFI and computer access