TITLE: Social Studies Teacher
Department: Instructional
Job Description
REPORTS TO: Assistant Principal
DATE PREPARED/REVISED: February 16, 2023
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS AND POSITION OVERVIEW
Global Community Charter School (GCCS) is a Harlem-based International Baccalaureate (IB) World School
that is innovative, inquiry-based, culturally competent, and provides students with a comprehensive and
rigorous curriculum that encourages critical and creative thinking.
The Social Studies Teacher is responsible for establishing and maintaining a classroom where whole group
and small group instruction, discussion, projects and cooperative work engage students, keep classes
focused, and infuse a lasting desire to learn in all.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Coordinating knowledge of students, instructional content and curricular resources to design
differentiated units and lesson plans aligned to the NYS Social Studies Learning Standards
Differentiates instruction for students as integral aspect of planning and teaching and understands
Workshop Model in design of instruction
- Evaluate academic achievement and progress towards learning objectives through detailed data
analysis of student performance on a wide variety of metrics; Utilize student data collected to
drive instruction and intervention
- Design additional experiences connected to democratic practices, i.e., student forums, students
government, service learning
Design and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standards
Be accountable for students’ mastery of academic standards
- Engaging in coaching cycles and implementing research-based strategies that maximize their own
performance and that of their students
- Reflecting on their own progress as educators and seeking out professional resources to
continuously improve their practice
- Managing student behavior and classroom routines to maximize learning time and create a positive
classroom environment
- Attending IEP meetings and ensuring appropriate accommodations are given to students during
assessments
- Actively participating in professional development workshops as laid out in the school and
professional development calendars
Celebrating student achievement and progress in class and during school wide IB PYP assemblies
Foster meaningful relationships with students and parents that drive students to invest in their
learning and make academic gains
Lead a student advisory group with a focus on academic and social-emotional learning Model,
promote and embody the International Baccalaureate learner profile to create a cohesive school
culture of academic and personal success
- Supporting the school as directed by the Principal and Assistant Principal
QUALIFICATIONS
- A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is a must.
- A M.A., Ed.M or Master’s degree in education preferred.
- Demonstrating solid knowledge and understanding of the content matter.
- New York State Certification for relevant grades or demonstrated process towards obtaining
certification
A minimum of 2 years of demonstrated success as a full-time middle school teacher preferred
Demonstrated success working in a high-performing, urban school setting preferred. Evidence of
excellence in teaching through continuous learning and data analysis Be a team player - a desire to
work in a team-oriented environment and collaborate effectively with colleagues
- Dedication to GCCS’ mission
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