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Duties

Key Responsibilities

Instruction & Curriculum Design

• Deliver Engaging Lessons: Design and implement inquiry-based units in alignment with state standards and the C3 Framework (College, Career, and Civic Life).
• Foster Critical Thinking: Teach students how to analyze primary and secondary sources, identify bias, corroborate evidence, and distinguish fact from opinion.
• Incorporate Media Literacy: Guide students in navigating digital information safely, evaluating online sources, and understanding modern media landscapes.
• Differentiate Instruction: Adapt lessons and assessments to meet the diverse learning needs of students, including English Language Learners (ELL), students with IEPs/504 plans, and advanced learners.

Classroom Culture & Student Support

• Manage with Empathy: Establish clear, consistent classroom routines and a positive behavior management system tailored to the social-emotional development of 12-to-14-year-olds.
• Facilitate Civil Discourse: Create a safe, inclusive environment where students can discuss complex historical events and current issues respectfully.
• Act as an Advisor: Support the holistic development of middle schoolers, serving as a mentor during advisory periods or homeroom.

Assessment & Communication

• Formative & Summative Evaluation: Utilize a variety of assessment methods (projects, DBQs/Document-Based Questions, debates, writing portfolios) to gauge student progress.
• Data-Driven Instruction: Use assessment data to identify learning gaps and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
• Parent/Guardian Partnership: Maintain proactive, transparent communication regarding student progress, behavior, and achievements.

Professional Collaboration

• Professional Learning Communities (PLCs): Collaborate regularly with grade-level teams and the social studies department to align curriculum and share best practices.
• School Community Engagement: Participate in faculty meetings, professional development workshops, parent-teacher conferences, and school-wide events.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education, History, Political Science, or a related field.
• Certification: Valid State Teaching Credential/License with an endorsement in Middle School Social Studies.
• Developmental Knowledge: Deep understanding of the psychological, cognitive, and social development of young adolescents.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for interacting with students, parents, and colleagues.

Additional Notes

Amboy Jr. High School is seeking a dynamic, passionate, and student-centered educator to join our faculty as a 7th and 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of historical and geographical concepts and a genuine enthusiasm for guiding middle school students through critical inquiry. In this role, you will help students connect historical events to modern-day civic responsibilities, analyze primary sources, and develop strong argumentative writing skills.

How to Apply

https://www.applitrack.com/roe47/onlineapp/_application.aspx?posJobCodes=2759&posFirstChoice=Middle%20School%20Teaching&posSpecialty=Social%20Studies

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.applitrack.com/roe47/onlineapp/_application.aspx?posJobCodes=2759&posFirstChoice=Middle%20School%20Teaching&posSpecialty=Social%20Studies

Email Address

afull@amboy.net

School District

https://www.amboy.net

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Job Posting Date

6/9/2026

Start Date

8/12/2026

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District Name Amboy CUSD #272 Building Name Amboy Junior High School Address 240 N Metcalf Avenue

Amboy, IL 61310 Phone (815) 857-3528 Fax (815) 857-4434 IASA Region Northwest County Lee Employment Type Full-time permanent Job Category Social Science Grade Level Jr. High Middle School

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