Location
New York
Salary
$10,800 - $13,200 / YEAR
The teacher will plan and deliver rigorous Political Science curricula for both standard and honors high school students. Responsibilities include managing classroom behavior, monitoring student progress, and maintaining accurate academic records.
A degree in a relevant field is required, with a Master's degree or NY State teaching certification preferred. Candidates should have professional experience in high school political science instruction.
Overview Queens Mesivta is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced High School Political Science Teacher to become part of our team. This role requires the ability to motivate and challenge students across both standard and honors-level courses while promoting critical thinking and analytical skills. The successful candidate will play an important role in guiding students toward academic achievement and preparing them for future success beyond high school.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning. Course subjects include: Regular & Honors Classes: Teaching engaging and rigorous curricula tailored to diverse learners. Develops schemes of work, lesson plans and tests that are in accordance with established procedures. Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment. Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures. Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school. Provide appropriate feedback on work. Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies. Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development. Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations. Prepare required reports on students and activities. Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities. Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities. Observe and evaluate student’s performance and development. Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments.
Education & Experience Degree in a relevant field of study from an accredited college or university. Masters degree or NY State teaching certification preferred. Professional experience related to the field of study Educator with experience in high school political science instruction preferred. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Ability to inspire and challenge students in both regular and honors-level classes. Commitment to fostering critical thinking and analytical skills. Maximum Salary USD $13,200.00/Yr. Minimum Salary USD $10,800.00/Yr.
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