7th Grade Science/Social Studies Teacher

South Fayette Township School District

3680 Old Oakdale Road

McDonald, PA 15057

(412) 221-4542; Fax (724) 693-2883

www.southfayette.org

Job Description

TITLE: 7th Grade Science/Social Studies Teacher

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

JOB GOALS:

• To create a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth
• To establish effective rapport with the students
• To motivate students to develop skills and knowledge needed to provide a foundation for middle level school education, in accordance with each student’s ability
• To establish positive relationships with parents and with other staff members

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Pennsylvania teaching certificate (Required)
• Social Studies and Science Certifications required. Acceptable certifications: One of the following Science Certifications (General Science 7-12, Biology 7-12, Chemistry 7-12, Grades 4-8 (4-6 all, Science 7-8) AND one of the following Social Studies Certifications (Social Studies 7-12 or Grades 4-8 (4-6 all, Social Studies 7-8)
• 3.0 or higher QPA
• Proof of ongoing professional or educational experience
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Computer literacy

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials which provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Fosters an inquiry-based approach to learning through project-based, real-world tasks.
• Promotes the integration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) concepts through experiential learning opportunities.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Collaborates with peers to write curricular units using the district’s framework and participates in associated training and professional development.
• Utilizes multiple instructional technologies to engage students and enhance instructional practices for students.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional, safe learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Evaluates students’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student’s progress and interpret the school program.
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning needs.
• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
• Maintains professional competence through staff development provided by the district and incorporates the techniques into everyday instruction.
• Maintains professional competences through self-selected professional growth activities.
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
• Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
• Administers group standardized tests in accordance with district and state testing procedures.
• Utilizes data to make instructional decisions.
• Participates in curriculum development programs as required.
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Terms of employment are in accordance with the agreement between the South Fayette Township Board of Education and the South Fayette Education Association.

EDUCATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated by the building Principal/Associate Principal and communicated to the Superintendent for review.