Social Studies Teacher (gr 11) Job at Hawaii Association of Independent Schools, Honolulu, HI

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  • Hawaii Association of Independent Schools
  • Honolulu, HI

Job Description

We are looking for a high school Social Studies teacher to complement our qualified workforce of educators. You will be responsible for preparing and implementing a full educational teaching plan according to the schools requirements. It will be fundamental to provide knowledge and instruction to students while also helping to develop their personalities and skills. The ideal candidate will be passionate for the job with an ability to reach out to students and create a relationship of mutual trust. They will know how to organize a class and make learning an easy and meaningful process.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES


Classroom Management


  • Creating a safe, respectful, nurturing and inclusive classroom environment in line with the middle school philosophy
  • Establishing a learning environment of high trust and respect as well as managing rules of behavior
  • Maintain accurate school records: attendance, grades, progress checks
  • Maintain a tidy classroom with art materials and supplies


Planning & Assessment
  • Ability to develop lesson plans and successfully instruct students through standards?aligned lessons, units and projects to achieve learning objectives
  • Establishing and communicating clear objectives for lessons, units and projects
  • Encouraging students to explore learning opportunities and college/career paths
  • Creating, assigning and grading various assessments for students, including tests, quizzes, essays and projects
  • Assess, monitor, and record students progress and provide grades and feedback in a timely manner
  • Administering tests/assessments to evaluate students progress and performance


Instructional Practice & Pedagogy
  • Experience teaching US History, Government and AP US History, other areas of social studies
  • Adapting teaching methods and materials to meet the interests and learning styles of students
  • Working with students one?on?one when they need extra help or attention
  • Integrating technology into the learning environment
  • Maintaining positive relationships with students, parents, coworkers and supervisors
  • Communicating regularly with parents/guardians
  • Effectively communicate with others and clearly express complex ideas
  • Collaborate with faculty and staff


Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree related to area of teaching
  • Experience with teaching in a classroom setting (preferably middle or high school, Advanced Placement) in this area
  • Wide knowledge and experience in a variety of literary genres, writing styles, and Social Studies experience
  • Knowledge of educational pedagogies and best instructional practices
  • Strong organizational, time management and communication skills
  • Organized and detail?oriented
  • Comfortable with technology (Mac environment)


OTHER
  • Must submit to fingerprinting and background check
  • Supervision, as assigned
  • Active participation in scheduled meetings, professional development, and training
  • Other duties as assigned



WORK SCHEDULE

School hours are M-F 7:30am?3:30pm. A few weekend and evening hours for special school events such as Open House, Back to School Night, and Annual L??au.

Education

4 Year Degree

Non-discriminatory Statement

Damien Memorial School is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable environment in which faculty and staff can excel irrespective of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, or any other protected class covered by state and federal law. Damien Memorial School encourages applications from veterans and individuals with disabilities. A pre?employment background investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.

1401 Houghtailing Street
Honolulu, HI 96817

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Job Tags

Night shift, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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