What are the responsibilities and job description for the 6th Grade ELA / Social Studies Teacher - Parkridge position at Helix Community Schools?
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate 6th Grade English Language Arts (ELA) / Social Studies Teacher to join our team at Parkridge. The ideal candidate will create an engaging, supportive, and academically challenging classroom environment that helps students strengthen their reading, writing, communication, critical-thinking, and social studies skills.
This position is responsible for planning and delivering high-quality instruction in both English Language Arts and Social Studies, while supporting the academic and social-emotional development of middle school students. The teacher will use a variety of instructional strategies, assessments, and technology to meet diverse learning needs and prepare students for continued academic success.
Responsibilities- Plan and deliver high-quality, standards-aligned instruction in 6th Grade English Language Arts and Social Studies
- Develop engaging lessons that strengthen reading comprehension, writing, vocabulary, grammar, research, and communication skills
- Provide Social Studies instruction that develops students' understanding of history, geography, culture, civics, and other applicable grade-level content
- Encourage critical thinking, discussion, collaboration, and independent learning
- Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of students with varying academic abilities and learning styles
- Assess student progress using formative and summative assessments and adjust instruction based on student performance
- Maintain a positive, structured, and respectful classroom environment through effective classroom management
- Incorporate technology and digital resources into instruction to enhance student learning and engagement
- Maintain accurate records of student grades, performance, attendance, and academic progress
- Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress, concerns, and achievements
- Collaborate with fellow teachers, administrators, and support staff to strengthen instructional practices and student outcomes
- Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, school events, and other assigned activities
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall mission and goals of the school
- Bachelor's degree in Education, English, Social Studies, History, or a related field
- Valid Louisiana teaching certification appropriate for the position or enrollment in an approved alternative certification program
- Previous experience teaching ELA and/or Social Studies at the upper elementary or middle school level preferred
- Strong knowledge of reading comprehension, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and literacy development
- Knowledge of grade-level Social Studies concepts and standards
- Strong classroom management, organization, and communication skills
- Ability to differentiate instruction for students with diverse learning needs
- Ability to effectively use student assessment data to guide instruction
- Experience with or willingness to integrate technology into daily instruction
- Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, colleagues, and school leadership
- Commitment to creating an inclusive and academically challenging learning environment
- Experience teaching middle school students
- Familiarity with digital learning platforms such as Google Classroom and other educational technology
- Experience using interactive whiteboards, tablets, and digital resources to enhance instruction
- Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills
- Willingness to learn new instructional strategies and technologies to improve student outcomes
- Passion for helping students develop strong literacy, critical-thinking, and social studies skills