The teacher is responsible for instructing high school students in US History and AP US History while maintaining a classroom environment that aligns with the school's classical mission. They must also collaborate with colleagues, analyze student data to improve instruction, and maintain open communication with families.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and an Indiana state educator license in the appropriate discipline. A minimum of five years of teaching experience with a highly effective rating is required.
Description Organization Description Herron Classical Schools is a community of scholars that advances timeless ideas and content, builds a culture of respect and trust, and engages in an urban environment in order to prepare students to be world-class citizens.
We are founded on the belief that a classical, liberal arts education, where students are steeped in great historical thought and invention, is the best preparation for a future life of leadership and service. We are structured around a classical methodology which emphasizes the classical art and literature of many cultures.
The Herron Classical Schools Network (Herron High School, Herron-Riverside High School, and Herron Preparatory Academy) is a Mayor-sponsored charter network and a member of the Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) Innovation Network.
The Herron Classical Schools network operates with the authority to make decisions about all aspects of our schools and is overseen by its own board of directors.
As Innovation schools, we partner with IPS to give students a broader base of resources while maintaining our status as tuition-free charter schools.
Our Core Values 1.
Believes that every student is a scholar.
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Engages in an urban community.
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Advances timeless ideas and content.
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Builds a culture of respect and trust through relationships with people and ideas.
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Serves as a catalyst for renewal.
Job Summary The ideal Social Studies teacher at Herron-Riverside High School is licensed in Historical Perspectives and can teach high school level US History and AP US History. Starting salary of $50k and up depending on experience.
At Herron-Classical Schools, all classroom teachers are responsible for advancing Herron & Herron-Riverside High School’s mission and embodying our core values by ensuring all scholars access quality classical education that leads to systematic academic achievement and strong character development.
The person in this role builds relationships based in trust and respect with scholars, families, and staff members; directly leads our scholars’ learning by setting clear, high standards for scholars’ academic and behavioral expectations; planning lessons that engage scholars’ curiosity and interest; evaluates effectiveness and adjusts instructional strategies based on scholars’ performance, and models the core values we strive to instill in all of our scholars.
Taken together, our classroom teachers are integral to ensuring scholars rapidly progress toward, and ultimately attain, mastery of grade-level academic standards and exceed our behavioral expectations.
In this role, our classroom teachers will: Nurture a positive relationship with colleagues.
Demonstrate respect for colleagues.
Support corporation decisions and direction relative to matters of policy and administrative directives.
Work as a team player.
Demonstrate ability to deal with sensitive issues in a tactful and professional manner.
Demonstrate commitment to our diversity and inclusion statement.
Job Responsibilities 1.
Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at times designated. *A contract year includes 180 instructional days and up to 10 professional development days.
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Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning and is consistent with Herron Classical Schools’ Core Values and vision for student culture.
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Together with scholars, set, support, and maintain high standards of classroom behavior.
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Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media to differentiate instruction and meet student needs that leads to college-readiness measured by SAT proficiency.
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Participate in grade-level meetings and utilize student data to inform instruction.
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Regularly evaluate student progress and collaborate with colleagues to adjust instruction in response to student needs.
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Take reasonable precautions to protect scholars, equipment, materials, and facilities.
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Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules and policies.
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Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with scholars and their parents concerning student academic and behavioral progress.
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Attend scheduled faculty meetings, professional development meetings, and other sessions as determined by the school’s leadership team and Herron Classical School’s executive leadership team. *This includes mandatory attendance at the annual Symposium (a day-long professional development determined by the administration).
The date of this event is listed on the Master Calendar.
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Attend evening events that include but may not be limited to Parent Orientation, Meet the Teacher Night, Parent/Teacher Conferences, and Open Houses.
The dates of these events are listed on the Master Calendar.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
1. Hold a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate academic discipline; Master’s degree preferred. 2. Hold and maintain Indiana state educator license in the appropriate academic discipline. 3. Have at least five (5) years experience teaching in the appropriate academic discipline and been rated Highly Effective for the most recent two (2) yearly evaluations. 4. Have demonstrated leadership in the field of education.
Diversity & Inclusion - Embracing a Culture of Respect Diversity and inclusion are integral to Herron Classical Schools' mission and are embedded in its Core Values. By building a culture of respect and trust through relationships with people and ideas, HCS believes that a highly intentional diversity enriches our community. HCS is committed to creating an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity are embraced, respected, and valued.
Equity Statement Herron Classical Schools, through action and in partnership with families and community, will uphold the values, policies, and practices that promote cultural competence. We are committed to eliminating biased institutional structures, hiring practices, and practices that affect student learning and achievement. We will embrace and empower students and staff in their individual identities to establish and sustain human dignity, justice, equitable treatment, and inclusiveness in the classroom and workplace.
Non-discrimination Statement Herron Classical Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex, gender identity, disability, religion, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, or any characteristic that is legally protected under applicable local, state, or federal law in the administration of its educational policies, behavior policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, food service, hiring practices, and athletic or other school-administered programs.
Herron Classical Schools abides by the Indiana Civil Rights Laws I.C.
22-9-1), Title VI and VII (Civil Rights Act of 1964), the Equal Pay Act of 1973, Title IX (Educational Amendments), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 USCS § 12101,et.seq.).
Complaints regarding acts of sexual discrimination or harassment in violation of Title IX requirements should be filed with Herron Classical Schools Title IX Coordinator, Karen Lalioff, by email klalioff@herronclassical.org, by phone at 317-231-0010 xlll3, or by filling out a Report of Harassment form available from Student Services or any school administrator.
Inquiries regarding compliance by Herron Classical Schools with Title IX and other civil rights laws may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator, Herron Classical Schools, 110 E.
16th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S.
Department of Education, 111 North Canal Street, Suite 1053, Chicago, IL 60606-7204.
