QUALIFICATIONS

• B.A+B.Ed

SKILLS DESCRIPTION

Curriculum Alignment: Skilled in designing and implementing lessons aligned with American Curriculum standards (e.g., NCSS, Common Core), covering U.S. History, World History, Civics, Economics, and Geography.

• Instructional Design: Proficient in creating engaging, age-appropriate instructional materials using inquiry-based and project-based learning methods to promote critical thinking and historical analysis.
• Assessment & Evaluation: Experienced in developing formative and summative assessments, analyzing student data, and differentiating instruction to meet diverse learning needs and abilities.
• Classroom Management: Strong classroom leadership and behavior management skills, fostering a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative learning environment.
• Technology Integration: Competent in integrating educational technologies (Google Classroom, Kahoot!, Nearpod, etc.) to enhance instruction, facilitate blended learning, and promote digital literacy.
• Civic Engagement & Global Awareness: Passionate about cultivating student understanding of civic responsibility, global issues, and cultural diversity.
• Communication & Collaboration: Effective communicator with students, parents, and colleagues; experienced in interdisciplinary planning and contributing to professional learning communities.
• Adaptability & Differentiation: Skilled in modifying content and teaching strategies for English Language Learners (ELLs), students with IEPs, and varied academic levels.

SKILLS

Secondary School Teacher

Design and deliver engaging lessons in history, geography, civics, economics, and culture based on standards like the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS) and state-specific frameworks (e.g., Common Core or local DOE standards).

• Adapt materials for diverse learning styles and English Language Learners (ELLs).
• Use inquiry-based learning, project-based learning, and critical thinking exercises to foster understanding.

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1. Assessment & Feedback

• Create and administer formative and summative assessments (quizzes, tests, projects, essays).
• Provide timely, constructive feedback and maintain accurate records of student progress.
• Use data to differentiate instruction and support student growth.

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1. Classroom Management

• Establish a positive, inclusive classroom environment promoting respect and civic responsibility.
• Enforce classroom rules and routines consistently.
• Support social-emotional learning by encouraging respectful dialogue, empathy, and collaboration.

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1. Professional Duties

• Attend and contribute to faculty meetings, professional development, and curriculum planning sessions.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians via email, conferences, or platforms like PowerSchool or Google Classroom.
• Collaborate with colleagues across subjects to integrate learning (e.g., connecting literature and history topics).

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1. Technology Integration

• Use educational technology tools (e.g., Google Workspace, Nearpod, Kahoot!, Edpuzzle) to enhance learning.
• Assign and manage digital assignments responsibly, ensuring digital citizenship is practiced.

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1. Additional Responsibilities

• Sponsor or support extracurricular activities such as Model UN, History Day, or student government.
• Stay updated on current events to relate classroom content to real-world issues.
• Possibly teach cross-disciplinary units that involve language arts, economics, or global issues.