Social Studies - High School

Position Type:

High School Teaching/Social Studies

Date Posted:

11/21/2025

Location:

Purdy High School

Date Available:

08/01/2026DESCRIPTION: Purdy High School is taking applications for a Social Studies teacher. Purdy School District is a progressive district which serves approximately 700 students in grades PK-12. Applicants must have valid Missouri certification in, knowledge in effective teaching/learning strategies, and effective classroom management skills.

SUMMARY: Instructs students in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth in the subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.

Teaches District approved curriculum.

Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.

Prepares for classes assigned.

Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.

Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, clearly communicating these objectives to students.

Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of behavior and procedure. Maintains order in a fair and just manner.

Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.

Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.

Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.

Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day as established by building principal.

Communicates regularly with parents outside normal school day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.

Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals, and develops strategies for individual education plans.

Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student.

Participates in professional growth activities and follows the policies and procedures of the school district.

Regular and dependable attendance

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Classroom and students

May include other areas of campus including, but not limited to, hallways, common areas, athletic facilities, parking lots, etc.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in education from an accredited four-year college or university (Required); Valid teaching certification from the state of Missouri or the ability to prove eligibility thereof.

Application Procedure:

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