<p>Social Studies Instructor</p> <p>SALARY:</p> <p>Appropriate step on the Certified Salary Schedule, commensurate with experience and education</p> <p>REPORTS TO:</p> <p>Assigned Supervisor/Principal</p> <p>BENEFITS:</p> <p>Hospitalization, dental, vision, prescription, and term life insurance; up to three approved personal leave days per year; sick leave; tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and entry year bonus.</p> <p>WORK WEEK/YEAR:</p> <p>As per Board-adopted calendar</p> <p>MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:</p> <p>Bachelor's Degree in Education</p> <p>Ohio secondary certification/licensure in Social Studies</p> <p>Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing</p> <p>Technology-related skills</p> <p>Effective student/parent/community communication skills and instructional techniques</p> <p>Eligible to obtain school van driver's certification</p> <p>DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <p>Possess instructional methodology that is adaptable to student learning styles</p> <p>Able to effectively use multiple strategies for student assessment</p> <p>Experience working with high school age students</p> <p>Working knowledge of current content standards.</p> <p>Proven ability to use data to drive instruction.</p> <p>Strong understanding of career development concepts and the role of education in preparing students for the workforce</p> <p>Background in project-based learning and real-world application of social studies concepts</p> <p>Ability to create engaging, inclusive lessons that link historical and civic understanding with current global issues and the evolving world of work</p> <p>Enthusiasm for mentoring students and helping them explore diverse career pathways</p> <p>"The Lorain County Joint Vocational School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs and activities, and provides equal access to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups."</p>