8th Grade Social Studies at Endeavor Charter School

The 8th grade Social Studies teacher, in collaboration with the grade level team and the English Language Arts & Social Studies Instructional Coach, will create a challenging, literacyrich instructional environment. Endeavor’s candidate will provide hands-on, experiential learning opportunities that foster critical thinking, literacy skills, and life-long citizenship. Curriculum Planning and Implementation: • Follow the NC Standard Course of Study for North Carolina and United States History and the College Board’s Historical Thinking Skills • Teach four 65 minute blocks of 8th grade social studies utilizing differentiated, hands-on activities and simulations • Create a literacy-rich environment through the use of primary and secondary sources, charts and graphs, art, and political cartoons to promote critical thinking and analytical skills • Provide students with historical knowledge that encompasses a wealth of perspectives • Establish a safe classroom that promotes civic engagement and discourse • Facilitate inquiry based lessons following the Inquiry Design Model • Develop effective lesson plans and instructional materials • Lead morning office hours Classroom Management: • Establish classroom processes and procedures which teach independence, responsibility, and respect, and maintain a classroom environment which promotes these traits on a daily basis • Foster an environment for all students to communicate and collaborate with one another • Nurture a familial environment which aligns with Endeavor’s mission and values Student Assessment: • Use both formative and summative assessment strategies to evaluate students’ academic growth, including North Carolina’s EOG’s • Student assessments should include the use of primary and secondary sources, formal writing, analysis of charts, graphs, and political cartoons, and historical thinking skills Differentiated Instruction: • Utilize data driven instruction to differentiate learning for all learners • Create lesson plans and materials • Embed a wealth of resources to make learning relevant and meaningful Parent and Community Engagement: • Plan the annual overnight trip to Washington D.C. for the grade level • Communicate frequently and effectively with parents • Guide weekly morning meeting group focused on character and citizenship Professional Development and Collaboration: • Collaborate with the Instructional Coach and Middle School Director • Collaborate with Exceptional Children’s Case Manager and Interventionists as needed to adapt instruction and meet student needs • Collaborate with the grade level and subject area teams to vertically align instruction and skills • Stay abreast of new trends and strategies emerging in the field Apply Now