Social Studies Teacher – Pipestone Area MS/HS

Social Studies Teacher – Pipestone Area High School
 
JOB DESCRIPTION
Pipestone Area School District #2689 is seeking a Social Studies Teacher. Teachers at Pipestone Area Schools are assigned specific duties within their teaching content area. This includes teaching appropriate Minnesota Academic Standards-based content, contributing to a team based approach, and participating in staff professional development sessions and other meetings. Pedagogically, best practices are encouraged and innovation expected. 
 
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Hold or be eligible to obtain a Minnesota teaching certificate with appropriate endorsement
• Possess a high level of organizational and communication skills
• Knowledgeable computer user; familiarity with Student Information Systems
• Solid classroom management skills based on current research practices
• Willingness to be involved in other aspects of the Pipestone Area Schools culture and community
• Team Player and team-oriented thinker

 
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver high quality Minnesota Academic Standards-based lessons to High School students in History/Psychology/Sociology.
• Collaborate with colleagues to carry out Multi-tiered System of Supports.
• Maintain accurate records of students’ grades and attendance.
• Participate fully in mentoring and instructional coaching programs, align and deepen curriculum, and improve pedagogy.
• Practice and carry out rules and procedures as defined by the Pipestone Area School District. 
• Participate in staff in-service, staff meetings, department work, committee work, parent conference nights, etc.
• Support the Principal with supervision of students.
• Communicate in a positive way to develop rapport with learners and treat them with respect.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the school’s mission of Inspire life-long learners. Build Character, and Prepare them for their Future.

 
SUPERVISION:
Teachers report to the building principal. 

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:
Opportunities for extra-curricular activities may be available and posted on the District website.
 
COMPENSATION:
Certified Staff are compensated according to the current master agreement.
 
To apply:
Complete the online application.  

Pipestone Area Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer

“District and Community committed to working together to provide educational excellence and support our students for their future.”

 Inspire life-long learners. Build Character. Prepare them for their future.