What are the responsibilities and job description for the History Teacher position at Thrive Academy?
Overview
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated History Teacher to inspire students and foster a deep understanding of social sciences, historical events, and cultural developments. This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage with diverse learners, develop compelling curricula, and utilize innovative teaching methods to bring history to life. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in curriculum development, and classroom management, with a commitment to nurturing students’ critical thinking and analytical skills. This is a Christian school, so the candiate will need to be of like faith. Join us in creating an engaging learning environment where curiosity thrives and academic excellence is celebrated!
Duties
- Design and implement dynamic lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Deliver engaging lectures and facilitate discussions that stimulate critical thinking about historical events, social sciences, and related topics.
- Manage classroom behavior effectively while fostering an inclusive environment that encourages participation from all students.
- Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development, interdisciplinary projects, and school initiatives to enhance the overall educational experience.
- Communicate regularly with parents or guardians regarding student performance, behavior, and academic progress; offer guidance for academic advising and tutoring as needed.
- Experience in teaching social sciences at the high school or middle school level, with a focus on history or related fields such as World History, US History, Economics, and American Government.
- Excellent classroom management skills combined with behavior management strategies suitable for teenagers.
- Ability to adapt lessons for different learning needs while maintaining compliance with educational regulations and standards.
- Effective communication skills for engaging students, collaborating with teachers, mentoring colleagues, and liaising with parents or guardians.
- Experience working within private school settings or similar environments that emphasize higher education teaching practices.
Join us as a History Teacher committed to inspiring young minds through innovative teaching techniques, comprehensive curriculum development, and a passion for social sciences education!
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 21.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16