26-27 DCHS Social Studies Teacher
Deer Creek School District, Oklahoma City, OK, United States
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, the teacher will develop students' knowledge and understanding of world cultures and cultural evolution; facilitate research of social orders; and foster awareness of geographic, historical, cultural, and political influences on world societies and socio-economic systems.
To foster an understanding and appreciation of world cultures, languages, racial, ethnic, and religious groups, and political systems.
Essential Functions
Develop and administer Social Studies curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Develop lesson plans and instructional materials, translating them into learning experiences that organize units around historical problems, challenge students, and optimize instructional time.
Teach social studies, incorporating history, geography, economics, political science, systems of government, education, responsible citizenship, and humanities.
Develop students' understanding of various racial, ethnic, religious, and political groups, socio-economic status, and how these factors influence human rights and freedom.
Foster an understanding of continuity and patterns of human behavior through ages and awareness of complexity and interrelationships among local, state, national, and world problems and approaches to their solutions.
Demonstrate how the past provides a comparative basis to evaluate current issues, predict future courses of action, and constantly reference contemporary matters of importance.
Develop students’ research, interpersonal, and critical judgment skills through varied reading, writing, group discussion, and presentation assignments that encourage self-reliance in problem‑solving.
Promote critical analysis of media’s effects on information flow and public discourse, encouraging students to seek and compare alternative sources concerning key world issues.
Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, modifying instructional methods to meet individual needs, including students with special needs; provide individualized and small‑group instruction as required.
Continue professional learning through seminars, workshops, professional meetings, or research.
Maintain accurate and complete records for grading, reporting, attendance, and student activities per district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourage parental involvement and ensure effective communication with students and parents.
Ensure student conduct aligns with school and district policies; establish standards for student behavior to create a functional learning environment.
Coordinate with other professional staff, especially within grade level, and participate in faculty meetings and committees.
Select and requisition appropriate instructional materials and maintain inventory records.
Additional Duties
Perform other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and central office administrators.
Equipment
Use standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copier, fax machine, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
Knowledge of current teaching methods, educational pedagogy, and differentiated instruction tailored to student learning styles.
Knowledge of world history across multiple sub‑topics, including geography, sociology, economics, political science, systems of government, education, responsible citizenship, anthropology, and humanities.
Knowledge of humanity’s major problems and approaches to solutions from the past.
Knowledge of data systems, data analysis, and formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state education laws.
Ability to use computer network systems and software applications.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to engage in self‑evaluation for professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with colleagues.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Work in standard office and school building environments.
Qualifications Profile
Certification/License
Oklahoma State Certification as a Social Studies Teacher.
Motor Vehicle Operator’s License or ability to provide own transportation.
Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Master’s degree preferred.
Experience
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
Note: The above description outlines tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all‑inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.
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To foster an understanding and appreciation of world cultures, languages, racial, ethnic, and religious groups, and political systems.
Essential Functions
Develop and administer Social Studies curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Develop lesson plans and instructional materials, translating them into learning experiences that organize units around historical problems, challenge students, and optimize instructional time.
Teach social studies, incorporating history, geography, economics, political science, systems of government, education, responsible citizenship, and humanities.
Develop students' understanding of various racial, ethnic, religious, and political groups, socio-economic status, and how these factors influence human rights and freedom.
Foster an understanding of continuity and patterns of human behavior through ages and awareness of complexity and interrelationships among local, state, national, and world problems and approaches to their solutions.
Demonstrate how the past provides a comparative basis to evaluate current issues, predict future courses of action, and constantly reference contemporary matters of importance.
Develop students’ research, interpersonal, and critical judgment skills through varied reading, writing, group discussion, and presentation assignments that encourage self-reliance in problem‑solving.
Promote critical analysis of media’s effects on information flow and public discourse, encouraging students to seek and compare alternative sources concerning key world issues.
Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, modifying instructional methods to meet individual needs, including students with special needs; provide individualized and small‑group instruction as required.
Continue professional learning through seminars, workshops, professional meetings, or research.
Maintain accurate and complete records for grading, reporting, attendance, and student activities per district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourage parental involvement and ensure effective communication with students and parents.
Ensure student conduct aligns with school and district policies; establish standards for student behavior to create a functional learning environment.
Coordinate with other professional staff, especially within grade level, and participate in faculty meetings and committees.
Select and requisition appropriate instructional materials and maintain inventory records.
Additional Duties
Perform other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and central office administrators.
Equipment
Use standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copier, fax machine, and telephone.
Travel Requirements
Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
Knowledge of current teaching methods, educational pedagogy, and differentiated instruction tailored to student learning styles.
Knowledge of world history across multiple sub‑topics, including geography, sociology, economics, political science, systems of government, education, responsible citizenship, anthropology, and humanities.
Knowledge of humanity’s major problems and approaches to solutions from the past.
Knowledge of data systems, data analysis, and formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state education laws.
Ability to use computer network systems and software applications.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to engage in self‑evaluation for professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with colleagues.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Work in standard office and school building environments.
Qualifications Profile
Certification/License
Oklahoma State Certification as a Social Studies Teacher.
Motor Vehicle Operator’s License or ability to provide own transportation.
Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Master’s degree preferred.
Experience
Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level preferred.
Note: The above description outlines tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all‑inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.
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