Secondary Social Studies Teacher

Barrington Public SchoolsBarrington RITITLE: Secondary Social Studies QUALIFICATIONS: 1.Secondary Social Studies Certification Granted by the Rhode Island Department of Education Required2.Masters Degree and Additional Content Certification Preferred3.Trained at the Awareness level for Right to Read, or will become trained upon hireREPORTS TO: Principal and Assistant Superintendent To support Barrington's commitment to diversity and to foster inclusion, respect, and equity in education, the successful candidate will be selected from a diverse pool of candidates. Preference will be given to candidates who articulate their commitment to valuing inclusivity, diversity, and belonging.JOB GOAL: Social Studies teachers plan, facilitate, implement, and deliver the full instructional program in a secondary school setting using cross-disciplinary approaches. These professionals are responsible for guiding students at multiple levels to reach or exceed grade level expectations, encouraging each child to reach their full potential.PERFORMANCE QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrates expertise in Social Studies, interdisciplinary teaching, deep learning competencies, performance assessments, strong distance learning skills, national and state history. Social studies, civics standards, and social-emotional learning.PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Teaches courses in Social Studies/humanities using the Barrington Public Schools curricula.Implements the tenets of RULER.Implements a balanced Social Studies program involving factual background material, material on current events, discussion time, and other appropriate activities designed to encourage students to develop skills and attitudes, draw conclusions, achieve improved interpersonal relationships, and make value judgments based on scientific methods of inquiry.Develops the core literacy standards and expectations aligned to the Common Core State Standards and Right to Read.Develops state civics and social studies standards.Provides many opportunities for reading high quality texts and applying what they know through Harkness Discussions, writing, project-based learning, and Deep Learning critical thinking, communication, citizenship, character, creativity, and collaboration.

Develops knowledge of the purpose, structure, and operation of cultural relevance and culturally responsive and sustaining teaching practices.Makes current material from the mass-media available to students; plans and guides discussions of current problems against the materials being studied.Develops an understanding of the contributions of racial, religious, and political groups.Develops knowledge of historical, political, cultural, and economic systems of other nations and their influence on personal freedom, education, and living standards.Encourages students to become aware of the complexity and interrelations of local, state, national, and world problems, using the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals as the foundation. Promotes the attainment of the Districts Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan.Displays strong and deep knowledge of the philosophical foundations and content of the curriculum.Applies current research-based best instructional practices and strategies to deliver the curriculum and understands how knowledge is constructed within the discipline and Deep Learning competencies.Plans and prepares lessons to optimize learning, using the Deep Learning Design Template as a framework where applicable.Promotes deep understanding of content by addressing unique learning styles, adapting instruction to meet the needs of all students, engaging students in rigorous learning experiences, using effective questioning techniques, and relating instruction to the student's life and to prior and future learning, connected to Universal Design for Learning.Contribute to and implement plans, including but not limited to IEPs, 504s, and individual health plans, for students with unique needsReinforces strong student engagement and excellent student work products.Facilitates student learning using various collaborative grouping structures appropriate to the instructional task.Requires students to regularly engage in high-level activities, including application and analysis of information, as defined by the Deep Learning Progressions.Administers and interprets several types of assessments of and for learning.Maintains accurate student records because of the monitoring of regular formative and summative assessment of curriculum attainment; adjusts instruction for individuals and groups of students.Makes appropriate referrals and is prepared with credible and accurate documentation.Considers student voice in establishing and enforcing effective and positive classroom rules, curriculum, and procedures designed to ensure safety and enhance learning.Organizes all facets of the instructional delivery system so that all equipment and instructional tools are ready for use, and ensures smooth transitions, maximizes time on tasks, and guarantees the efficient distribution of resources.Integrates technology to deliver the curriculum and specially designed instruction more effectively.Communicates high and clear expectations.Assists students in monitoring their own progress and engaging in reflection and iteration of learning, connected to Visible Learning strategies.Contributes to collaborative planning activities.Consults and collaborates regularly and professionally with colleagues, students, and parents; communicates immediately with all when there are concerns.Takes responsibility for personal professional growth.Participates in school events and in-school and/or department improvement effortsPerforms administrative duties, including budgeting, ordering supplies, etc., as appropriate.Other duties as assigned by supervisorSKILLS REQUIRED: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, test data, technical procedures, or governmental regulationsAbility to engage in distance and face to face instructionStrong technology skillsAbility to draft reports, business correspondence, and procedure manualsAbility to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, staff, parents, and the publicAbility to calculate figures and amounts Ability to utilize current technology for instruction, communication, data analysis, and access to researchAbility to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variablesAbility to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific fieldAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the communityAbility to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and school committee policies.Other duties as assigned by the principal.WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The employee is regularly required to operate a keyboard, view a computer screen, and sit or stand for extended periods. Required vision abilities include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently required to bend, stoop, kneel, reach with hands and arms, grasp, and manipulate large and small items.

The employee is also required to move from location to location, lift items weighing up to 30 pounds, and engage in restraints following CPI. Communication requirements include the ability to hear and respond to voice and other sounds in small and large settings with background noise and to present information orally and in writing. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Length of the contract to be determined by the Superintendent in accordance with the NEAB contract. EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated according to the School Committee policy on evaluation of teaching staff.