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Shelbyville Central Schools lists this Middle School Classroom Teacher - Social Studies opportunity in shelbyville, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Type:
Middle School Teaching/Social Studies
Date Posted:
10/13/2026
Location:
Shelbyville Middle School
Middle School Classroom Teacher Social Studies
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.
Essential Performance Responsibilities
Teaches district approved curriculum maps based on the Indiana State Standards
Instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated
Organizes and presents daily lesson plans that reflect instructional best practices as outlined in school improvement plans or professional development initiatives
Creates daily lessons that reflect the scope and sequence outlined in curriculum maps
Guides the learning process toward academic achievement of curriculum goals and in harmony with the goals-establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicates objectives clearly to students
Assists in the development and evaluation of curriculum maps
Participates in the textbook adoption process
Attends assigned professional development and implements new practices successfully
Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students
Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest level of the students
Evaluates students' academic progress and provides individual and/or small group instruction as needed
Implements strategies to keep students and parents informed of academic and behavioral performance
Administers all assessments required by the IDOE and complies with Testing Security Policy
Meets the "effective", "highly effective" rating as it relates to the SCS Teacher Evaluation
Uses data to guide instruction and educational decisions
Identifies students' needs, makes appropriate referrals, and implements appropriate accommodations/interventions as outlined in Individual Education Plans (IEP), Individual Learning Plans (ILP), 504 Plans, or intervention plans such as Multi-tiered System of Support (MTSS)
Utilizes technology as an instructional, communication, and management tool
Assists administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and for the classroom, develops reasonable rules and procedures to maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to achieve and promote an effective learning atmosphere
Communicates proficiently in English oral and written communication
Communicates and meets with parents as needed
Responds to parents' inquiries in a timely manner
Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district
Knowledge of corporation and school policies
Handles clerical functions/reports related to job responsibilities in a timely manner
Maintains satisfactory attendance
Complies with Corporation Bylaws, Policies and Employee Handbook
Models Corporation Mission Statement and Fundamental Objectives
Worksite address
shelbyville, IN, 46176, US
Who can apply
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