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The ideal candidate will be passionate about integrating literacy with Social Studies content, helping students gain the ability to analyze texts and think critically about history and current events. Use a variety of instructional strategies such as discussions, debates, group work, project-based learning, and direct instruction to deepen students' understanding of literature, history, and social science concepts.

Position Description: Upper Academy English Language Arts (ELA) and Social Studies Teacher Position Summary:The  Social Studies Reading Teacher at ScholarMade Achievement Place is responsible for teaching both ELA and Social Studies in middle grades. This teacher will develop students’ reading, writing, and critical thinking skills while providing an understanding of historical events, civics, geography, and global issues. The ideal candidate will be passionate about integrating literacy with Social Studies content, helping students gain the ability to analyze texts and think critically about history and current events. The teacher will also focus on building strong reading comprehension and writing skills aligned with Arkansas standards for both disciplines.Primary Responsibilities:<ul><li>Instructional Planning and Delivery:</li><li><ul><li>Plan and deliver engaging lessons in both ELA and Social Studies that align with Arkansas state standards, emphasizing reading comprehension, vocabulary development, writing, and historical analysis.</li><li>Use a variety of instructional strategies such as discussions, debates, group work, project-based learning, and direct instruction to deepen students' understanding of literature, history, and social science concepts.</li><li>Integrate Social Studies content (historical events, geography, civics, and economics) into reading comprehension and writing tasks.</li><li>Develop interdisciplinary units that draw connections between literature and historical or social issues, fostering students’ critical thinking and analytical skills.</li></ul></li><li>Reading Comprehension and Writing:</li><li><ul><li>Teach reading strategies that support students’ ability to analyze both fiction and non-fiction texts, including Social Studies sources such as primary and secondary documents.</li><li>Guide students in writing across genres, including analytical essays, research reports, narratives, and persuasive writing that incorporate Social Studies themes.</li><li>Focus on grammar, sentence structure, and writing mechanics in ELA while reinforcing these skills in writing assignments related to Social Studies.</li><li>Encourage students to use textual evidence and historical facts to support their arguments and interpretations in both written and oral assignments.</li></ul></li><li>Social Studies Instruction:</li><li><ul><li>Teach historical, geographic, civic, and economic concepts that help students understand the world and develop civic awareness.</li><li>Incorporate discussions about current events and encourage students to make connections between historical topics and contemporary issues.</li><li>Facilitate inquiry-based learning that allows students to explore Social Studies topics through research, critical questioning, and problem-solving.</li></ul></li><li>Vocabulary Development and English Conventions:</li><li><ul><li>Support vocabulary development through explicit instruction, using words encountered in both Social Studies and ELA texts.</li><li>Teach students how to infer the meaning of new words from context and use root words, prefixes, and suffixes to build vocabulary.</li><li>Provide targeted instruction in grammar, punctuation, and writing conventions to ensure students produce clear, coherent, and grammatically correct work in both subject areas.</li></ul></li><li>Classroom Management and Culture:</li><li><ul><li>Create a structured and inclusive classroom environment that promotes respect, responsibility, and academic excellence.</li><li>Implement classroom management strategies aligned with ScholarMade’s emotional intelligence and behavior expectations.</li><li>Encourage student engagement through active participation in discussions, group projects, and independent reading and research assignments.</li></ul></li><li>Data-Driven Instruction:</li><li><ul><li>Use formative and summative assessments to track student progress in both ELA and Social Studies, and adjust instruction as needed to meet students' individual needs.</li><li>Collaborate with colleagues to analyze student data, identify learning gaps, and develop interventions to support student growth in reading, writing, and Social Studies comprehension.</li><li>Monitor students’ academic progress and communicate with parents and guardians regularly to ensure they are informed of their child’s development.</li></ul></li><li>Collaboration and Professional Development:</li><li><ul><li>Collaborate with other ELA and Social Studies teachers to plan cross-curricular projects and align curriculum.</li><li>Participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance instructional practices.</li><li>Work closely with Special Education and English Language Learner (ELL) teams to differentiate instruction for students with diverse needs.</li></ul></li><li>Family Engagement:</li><li><ul><li>Communicate regularly with parents and guardians about student progress, providing strategies for supporting learning at home.</li><li>Conduct parent-teacher conferences and engage families through newsletters and school events focused on literacy and history.</li></ul></li></ul> Qualifications:<ul><li>Education: Bachelor’s degree in English, Social Studies, Education, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.</li><li>Certification: Valid Arkansas teaching certification in Middle School English and/or Social Studies.</li><li>Experience:
 <ul><li>Minimum of 2-3 years of teaching experience in English Language Arts and/or Social Studies at the middle school level.</li><li>Experience integrating Social Studies content into reading comprehension and writing instruction is highly desirable.</li></ul></li><li>Skills:
 <ul><li>Strong content knowledge in both English Language Arts and Social Studies, with the ability to create engaging, interdisciplinary lessons.</li><li>Proficiency in teaching writing mechanics, reading comprehension, and historical analysis.</li><li>Effective classroom management skills and the ability to create a positive and structured learning environment.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues.</li></ul></li></ul>Key Competencies:<ul><li>Ability to create a supportive and academically challenging classroom environment that promotes critical thinking and literacy.</li><li>Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in lesson planning, assessing student progress, and managing student data.</li><li>Passion for teaching both English and Social Studies and a commitment to fostering academic and social-emotional growth in middle school students.</li><li>Flexibility and adaptability in meeting the needs of diverse learners, including students with special needs or English Language Learners.</li></ul>Compensation:Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, Arkansas Teacher Retirement, and professional development opportunities.<div> </div>

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Impact Dojo is seeking a highly motivated, energetic, professional black belt instructor who believes deeply in the organization’s mission and who displays a record of achievement in effective supervision & management of youth, teaching martial arts skills and techniques, building positive relationships, and ensuring the safety and well-being of people of all ages. Also demonstrate outstanding communication skills with children and their parents, which include the ability to use clear, concise, and grammatically correct written and oral language in all aspects of professional interaction with students, their families, peers, the leadership team and the larger community.

About Us: Impact Dojo is a young, innovative company revolutionizing the way martial arts is taught to children and adults. Founded in 2015 in the Chicagoland area, Impact Dojo has experienced tremendous growth and is looking for the right people to join its team. Who We Are Looking For: Impact Dojo is seeking a highly motivated, energetic, professional black belt instructor who believes deeply in the organization’s mission and who displays a record of achievement in effective supervision & management of youth, teaching martial arts skills and techniques, building positive relationships, and ensuring the safety and well-being of people of all ages.  We are a growing corporation and need an instructor who has experience working with children between the ages of 4 and 18. The ideal candidate would be a martial artist with considerable skill in an art form compatible with karate and be passionate about teaching martial arts. This individual must provide constructive criticism, implement company curriculum, and be a team player.  Also demonstrate outstanding communication skills with children and their parents, which include the ability to use clear, concise, and grammatically correct written and oral language in all aspects of professional interaction with students, their families, peers, the leadership team and the larger community. A Child abuse clearance and criminal checks are required. Experience Requirements: A Minimum of 2 years of previous experience working with children; examples include but are not limited to:  academic/athletic tutoring, camp counselor, andyouth volunteer. Martial Arts teaching experience (1 – 5 years minimum) required. Certification Requirements: Teaching certification (preferred but not required) Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree (preferred but not required) Essential Job Responsibilities: The Martial Arts Instructor is responsible for the supervision of students, giving martial arts-specific instruction, providing a safe and fun learning environment, and serving as a positive role model for students.<ul><li style="margin-left:8px">Provide daily martial arts instruction to students between the ages of 4 and 18 with different ability levels. </li><li style="margin-left:8px">Demonstrate martial arts techniques, explaining the principles behind them, observe and assess students performing martial arts, and give them feedback on their progress.</li><li style="margin-left:8px">Group supervision of students with attention to: behavior and group management, health and safety, security, and personal and skill development.</li><li style="margin-left:8px">Ensure the safety of students and team members in and out of the martial arts area, and teach safe training habits. Enforce all martial arts rules and regulations.  </li><li style="margin-left:8px">Organize and prepare daily lesson plans in a fun and creative manner.</li><li style="margin-left:8px">Use effective classroom management skills to lead the activity and effectively create a fun environment where everyone feels included. </li><li style="margin-left:8px">Work effectively with fellow Activity Specialists and collaborate on daily responsibilities. Serve as a positive role model to students. </li><li style="margin-left:8px">Follow the Impact Dojo Code of Conduct and maintain the Impact Dojo look at all times.</li><li style="margin-left:8px">Exhibit Impact Martial Arts Core Values at all times and adhere to all company policies. </li><li style="margin-left:8px">Have fun! </li></ul> Position Competencies for Success:<ul><li style="margin-left:8px">Knowledge and ability in your martial arts discipline. </li><li style="margin-left:8px">Understand and support the mission of the organization.</li><li style="margin-left:8px">The ability to work effectively with others in all levels of the organization in a professional manner. </li><li style="margin-left:8px">Positive attitude andcommitment to the growth and development of youth. </li><li style="margin-left:8px">Commitment to producing consistent, high-quality work, and commitment to the growth of the organization. Excellent judgment, ability to identify problems and works quickly to find solutions. </li><li style="margin-left:8px">Patient, caring, and creative. </li><li style="margin-left:8px">Flexible, adaptive, and a team player. </li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;margin-left:8px">Desire to make a difference in the life of a child.</li></ul> Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: Be willing to travel. Ability to respond to emergency situations that may require running and climbing stairs. Good physical condition which enables candidate to execute all responsibilities associated with this position.  Powered by JazzHR

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