Social Studies Teacher - International Academy
- Employer
- Alexandria City Public Schools
- Location
- Alexandria, Virginia
- Closing date
- Jul 10, 2019
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- Industry
- Education
- Function
- Childcare, School and Teaching, Teacher
- Hours
- Full Time
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job Details
We are seeking a certified middle school Social Studies teacher (preferably dual-certified in ELL) to join our community. The chosen candidate will work exclusively with English Language learners who have recently arrived to the country. The teacher will work collaboratively with their colleagues to support the content and language development of the students. The academy and our classrooms operate under a model that is collaborative and project-based. We are looking for a hard-working, dedicated teacher who thrives off of teamwork, creativity and innovation. Our ideal candidate wants to continue to grow as a teacher, is resourceful, and is a reflective practitioner. This job reports to the International Academy Leader.
For more information about the International Academy, please click on the links below:
Internationals Network for Public Schools: www.internationalsnetwork.org
Hammond International Academy: http://blogs.acpsk12.org/hammondia/about/
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree; Master's degree preferred.
- Certificates & Licenses: Valid Virginia Department of Education license required, or eligibility to obtain one. Candidates who also have English Language Learner certification are preferred.
Key Competencies:
- Demonstrated experience and/or understanding of best practice for the instruction of English Language learners, including but not limited to differentiated instruction, hands-on and co-operative learning activities, and integrated content area and language development.
- Demonstrated understanding of and/or experience in developing and implementing interdisciplinary projects, inquiry-based and project-based unit plans, student-centered instruction, and performance-based assessments.
- Experience and/or willingness to use ongoing formative assessments and to monitor and analyze the data to drive instruction, differentiate for all students, and increase student achievement.
- Willingness to integrate technology in the classroom.
- Experience and/or willingness to collaborate with colleagues to design and deliver an effective advisory program that supports the diverse needs of every student.
- Success in classroom management and commitment to student-centered learning.
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, students, families and external partners, both orally and in writing.
Essential Functions:
- Collaborate in discipline and interdisciplinary planning with an emphasis on project-based learning and student collaboration. Adapt curriculum and unit planning to include the integration of English literacy and language learning into content area instruction.
- Lead curriculum-based classes that are student-centered, collaborative, involve experiential learning, are differentiate, and integrate content and language instruction.
- Practice an open-door policy and develop best practices to facilitate professional growth and collaboration, including participation in inter-visitations.
- Initiate partnerships and mentoring relations to enhance school experiences and develop external learning experiences. Collaborate with a guidance team around student social emotional needs and academic progress.
- Lead an advisory group that includes coordinating and implementing team-building activities and advisory curriculum.
- Work within non-traditional organization structure that meets the needs of English Language learners.
- Participate in all team and interdisciplinary planning meetings.
- Attend and actively participate in all professional development.
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Primary Location:
FC Hammond Middle School
Salary Range:
Licensed Salary Scale (http://www.acps.k12.va.us/hr/compensation/)
Shift Type:
Full-Time
Company
Alexandria City Public Schools is one of the most diverse school systems in the country and we celebrate that diversity. Our students come from more than 80 different countries, speak more than 60 languages, and represent a rainbow of ethnic and cultural groups. They are economically diverse, but all are rich in that the residents of Alexandria are dedicated to ensuring that each and every one of them achieves success.
The children of Alexandria have benefited significantly from the strong support of City Council and the Alexandria community over the years. Tremendous gains have been made in student achievement and ACPS continues to be in the forefront of technology integration.
T.C. Williams High School is on the cutting edge, both inside and out. The award-winning building features numerous environmentally sound features, such as a 450,000-gallon underground cistern that collects and stores rainwater for building use, and a rooftop garden that provides stormwater management. The redesigned educational program at T.C. consists of smaller learning communities designed to increase academic achievement and the level of student engagement. Students feel more connected to caring adults, and teachers have more opportunity to know and support their students.
The City of Alexandria was recently named one of the Top 100 Communities for Young People by America's Promise, partly because of the quality of our schools and programs. A recent City survey indicates that the number of people who made the decision to live in Alexandria based on the quality of the schools has increased since 2004. We have many reasons to celebrate. ACPS is truly an urban success!
- Location
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2000 N Beauregard St
Alexandria
VA
22314
US
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