Social Studies Charter High School Teacher (Specially-Funded)

Hiring Salary Range

Grade

114

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7 : 45 - 4pm; (August-May)

5 days per week or 201 days per year

Work Calendar

12 Months

Funding Information

This is a specially funded assignment with a projected end date of June 30, 2024 with renewal based on available funds and the needs of MCCCD.

Maricopa Summary

Are you looking for a place to work where you can make a real difference in the lives of over 200,000 college students every year?

Would you like to be part of an organization that adds $ billion dollars to the economy and supports nearly 100,000 jobs in the fastest growing county in the United States?

Whether you’re teaching, working, or learning Make It Happen At Maricopa County Community Colleges!

About Us

• Many of our campuses have received grant awards through the to improve undergraduate STEM Education : Hispanic-Serving institutions program (HSI Program).
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, equity and employee groups to create an environment of shared governance
• One of the largest community college systems in the country
• 2020 Healthy Arizona Worksites Program recipient
• Named 19th Best Employer for Women by Forbes
• 2019 No. 42 in Arizona’s Best Employers

Campus Statement

GateWay Community College is a Hispanic Serving Institution with one of the most diverse student bodies in the Maricopa Community College district. Over 46% of our students indicate Hispanic heritage and better than half of the student population represents more than 40 countries.

GateWay Community College is seeking to attract candidates who want to help us continue building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. GateWay Community College understands that diversity is integral to excellence. We honor diverse experiences and perspectives, strive to create welcoming, inclusive, respectful learning environments, and promote access, opportunity and justice.

We are looking for equity-minded applicants who reflect, and demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of, the diverse communities and populations that make Arizona a rich and vibrant place to live and work. When you join the team at GateWay, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice built on broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students, and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at GateWay, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our Vision, Mission, Goals, and Values.

Benefits

The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing you with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides the care you and your family need to lead healthy and productive lives. Our benefits are designed to provide support for every life stage and lifestyle in our community.

Job Summary

GateWay Early College High School has an exciting teaching role open in their Social Studies Department.

This great position begins : August 2024.

This is a high school teaching position committed to and supports the vision and goals of the Early College High School. Serves as an instructional team member by developing and implementing Arizona standards /

Please take time to review GateWay Early College High School philosophy at

Special Requirement – Applicants who do not meet the following requirements will not be considered :

There is no equivalency for the state requirements listed above to be a highly qualified Social Studies teacher. Social Studies teachers must be highly qualified in Social Studies.

Essential Functions

60% - Performs duties of an instructional team member, which includes developing and implementing a standard-based, student-centered, projected-based curriculum; develops and implements Arizona standards-based lesson plans to enhance the affective and cognitive development of students; works collaboratively with college staff in developing improved articulation between high school and college curricula and developing learning experiences; advocates, nurtures and sustains a school culture and instructional program conducive to student learning and staff professional growth; uses data to change teaching systematically and collaboratively; utilizes performance-based assessment strategies including student portfolios; facilitates the development, articulation, implementation, and stewardship of the Learning College philosophy; establishes partnerships with businesses and community agencies

20% - Establishes a cooperative partnership with parents and students; facilitates resolution of problems that might arise with students and parents; assesses student performance frequently and objectively; facilitates student led parent / teacher conferences; explicitly states each student’s progress, both educationally and socially, through quarterly reports, phone calls to parents and weekly student meetings

10% - Performs advisor duties for students; ensures service learning opportunities and job internships for students; monitors community services hours

10% - Participates in ongoing professional development designed to improve student achievement; serves on high school committees; demonstrates an understanding of course sequencing / departmental requirements / graduation requirements, etc;supports and facilitates the inclusion of students with special needs; facilitates extracurricular and after school activities for students; performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution in education, secondary education or related field.

Desired Qualifications

A. One (1) or more years of experience working in an educational setting

B. One (1) or more years of experience with Arizona State Standards or National Standards

C. One (1) or more years of experience with research-based instructional teaching strategies

D. One (1) or more years of experience working with a diverse population of students

E. One (1) or more years of experience with and utilizing student assessment tools / software to enhance student success.

Special Working Conditions