Touro University

Private Jewish university in New York, NY

Political Science Teacher

K-12 TeachingPosted on Nov 5

Full-timeFlushing, Queens, NY, USA$10.8k - $13.2k /moIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A degree in a relevant field of study from an accredited college or university is required.
Professional experience related to the field of study is required.
The ability to inspire and challenge students in regular and honors-level classes is required.
A commitment to fostering critical thinking and analytical skills is required.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning in regular and honors-level political science classes.
Develop schemes of work, lesson plans, and tests in accordance with established procedures.
Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures, and maintain discipline in accordance with school rules and disciplinary systems.
Provide appropriate feedback on student work.
Encourage and monitor individual students' progress, adjust teaching strategies based on that progress, and maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development.
Update required records accurately and completely in accordance with laws, district policies, and school regulations, and prepare required reports on students and activities.
Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for educational activities.
Observe and evaluate student performance and development.
Assign and grade class work, homework, tests, and assignments.

Desired Qualifications

A master's degree or New York State teaching certification is preferred.
Experience teaching high school political science is preferred.

Overview

Queens Mesivta is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced High School Political Science Teacher to become part of our team. This role requires the ability to motivate and challenge students across both standard and honors-level courses while promoting critical thinking and analytical skills. The successful candidate will play an important role in guiding students toward academic achievement and preparing them for future success beyond high school.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning. Course subjects include:
- Regular & Honors Classes: Teaching engaging and rigorous curricula tailored to diverse learners.
Develops schemes of work, lesson plans and tests that are in accordance with established procedures.
Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures. Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
Provide appropriate feedback on work.
Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies. Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development. Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations. Prepare required reports on students and activities.
Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
Observe and evaluate student’s performance and development.
Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Degree in a relevant field of study from an accredited college or university. Masters degree or NY State teaching certification preferred.
Professional experience related to the field of study
Educator with experience in high school political science instruction preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Ability to inspire and challenge students in both regular and honors-level classes.
Commitment to fostering critical thinking and analytical skills.

Maximum Salary

USD $13,200.00/Yr.

Minimum Salary

USD $10,800.00/Yr.

About the Company

Touro University

Private Jewish university in New York, NY

Touro University is a private, nonprofit institution in New York with undergraduate, graduate and professional education rooted in Jewish scholarship and service to the wider community. Its schools teach liberal arts, business, technology, education, law and Jewish studies, alongside medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and other health professions. The Lander Colleges accommodate Jewish religious commitments, while other divisions serve a broader mix of learners and its network includes affiliated medical schools in other states. Academic programs combine classroom learning with research, clinical training and professional practice. Chartered in 1970, Touro opened to students in 1971 and has its headquarters in New York, New York.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: New York, NY
Founded: 1971

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