Middle School Teacher → Social Studies

a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking a Middle School Social Studies Teacher to join our award-winning team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!

If you thrive in a fast-paced, goal-oriented, outcome-driven environment, seek a career with genuine purpose, and possess a problem-solving mindset, a sense of humor, and a stellar work ethic We Should Talk!

As a Teacher , you will plan, prepare and implement the instructional process for students within the classroom including, but not limited to;

delivery of instruction, implementation of curriculum materials & educational software, and development of daily lesson plans & classroom schedules, which reflect school requirements as well the physical, emotional, and educational needs of the learner

Responsibilities Include :

• Delivering instruction, through the use of curriculum materials and educational software.
• Developing daily lesson plans and classroom schedule that reflects school requirements.
• Collaborating with fellow teachers and other support staff to provide instructional support and approved modification to the curriculum.
• Implementing standards for student behavior in order to ensure a safe, secure and effective learning environment by providing a high degree of structure, clear expectations and consistency.
• Maintaining regular contact with students’ parents / guardians to inform of student’s progress, areas of difficulties, and any changes or situations in home life that may affect school performance.
• Actively participating in team meetings when necessary to address specific student and parent concerns.
• Assessing student progress through consistent review of classroom data collection and recording systems.
• Keeping up to date with research-based practices and developments in subject area, resources, and professional development.
• Responding constructively to formal and informal feedback.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

This position operates with oversight and guidance from the Center Director in carrying out the essential duties and responsibilities to provide overall leadership, quality assurance, managerial and administrative support for the Atlantis Academy site.

Qualifications Required :

• Bachelors degree or higher in education or related field.
• Prior experience working with curriculum development, differentiation and instruction in a classroom setting.
• Prior experience working in a special education program setting preferred.
• Prior experience working with children with autism and related disabilities preferred.
• Solid motivational, problem solving, decision making and organizational skills.
• Willingness to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities and new initiatives.
• Strong oral and written communication.
• Highly skilled in working with students with diverse needs.

is a division of , the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults.

For more than 45 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives!

Learn more about our history, our mission and the program services we provide by visiting the links below :

As a member of theChanceLight family you will be provided with the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching personal & professional fulfillment!

Additional Perks and Benefits Include :

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Virtual Medical Visits
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off
• School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
• Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• 401k Options
• Legal Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Opportunities for Growth & Development
• And So Much More!

If you're ready to start changing the direction of students' lives by providing them the opportunity to create successful, independent futures this is your Chance!

Join us and start making a genuine difference in the lives of children today!

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