An 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher helps pupils learn about history, geography, economics, culture, and politics. The job description entails integrating current events into the lessons and facilitating healthy debates and engaging classroom discussion. Other daily account abilities are listed on the 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher Resume as – setting up schedules, and lesson plans, analysing the needs, interests, strengths, and weakness of students; developing lesson plans, monitoring progress and discipline, keeping parents and school counsellors informed of learners; establishing classroom and debating riles, participating in school events and acting as a chaperone when needed, and informing students of learning opportunities.
To be a successful Social Studies Teacher, one must demonstrate commitment and passion towards teaching. Outstanding candidates are normally able to stay updated with the latest learning and teaching methods and can make students at ease while learning complex or difficult concepts. A Master’s degree in History/Geography along with an education degree is needed.
Objective : Highly motivated, driven individual seeking full time position that will utilise my proven and developed leadership, management, and teamwork skills to improve outcomes in the desired position. Professional skills include competency in Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Software Platform, and professional report preparation.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Writing.
Description :
Provided a variety of teaching styles to reach multiple learner styles, ability levels, and educational/linguistic backgrounds.
Created and maintained an effective classroom for student learning.
Developed, implemented, and evaluated new activities to encourage and support student engagement.
Organised subject matter for student learning focusing upon the standards outlined in the District Curriculum and the states content standards.
Employed technology as appropriate to enhance instruction.
Assessed students for learning in accordance with district and state requirements.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
M.Ed. In Leadership
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher Resume
Headline : 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher with 5+ years of exprience in Teaching classes in a collaborative learning environment, Mentoring students through their education journey, Creating lessons that support the established curriculum, Teaching students to apply critical thinking skills to text and material they read and study.
Skills : PowerPoint, Typing.
Description :
Appointed team leader over a team of five 8th grade teachers.
Created weekly lesson plans remaining in compliance with state and county requirements.
Responsible for all students files for the entire team, which consisted of 140 students.
Participated in our collaborative team which included special needs students.
Regularly met with parents, counselors and teachers to initiate IEP (Individual Education Program) to assist students in achieving their goals.
Coordinated all five teachers' grades and scores into a central database used to create report cards on a quarterly basis.
Created innovative games for the team to utilize as a study and review tool for their students.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BA In Anthropology
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher Resume
Summary : To secure a teaching 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher position that will allow me to utilize my education and work experience, within a school district, that works to inspire student's creativity promoting 21st Century Skills, in the classroom and beyond.
Skills : Contributed to SACS and AdvancED review committees;.
Description :
Planned, developed, and organises beneficial instruction for advanced students, students with learning, hearing and vision impairments while focusing on Common Core, College/Career readiness skills and enhancing academic potential.
Utilised relevant technology for instruction, lecturing and discussing concepts relevant to United States and World history while connecting to current societal issues.
Encouraged students to ask questions, think creatively, develop and test innovative ideas, synthesizer knowledge, and draw conclusions.
Worked collaboratively with school personnel to create a professional learning community.
Utilized various types of assessment data during the school year to evaluate student progress and to make adjustments to the teaching and learning process.
Established and sustain a safe and orderly classroom in accordance with rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
Conducted and participated in on-going continuing education required for all teachers.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Bachelor Of Science
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher Resume
Objective : Ambitious individual with a unique mixture of experience in education, customer service, sales, training and technology. Determined to create remarkable lessons using current state curriculum. Enjoys working with a team to solve problems and promotes an interdisciplinary approach to teaching. Believes that every student can learn and understands that each student learns differently.
Skills : Office, Word, Excel, Ppt, 10-key, Fax, Scan, Copier.
Description :
Developed a new curriculum based on state standards.
Designed and implemented a system for integrating technology use in the classroom.
Emphasized project based learning in the classroom.
Used formative and summative assessment to enrich student experience.
Established teacherparent relationships through constant communication.
Built strong rapport with students to create a positive learning environment.
Worked closely with other core subject teachers to create an interdisciplinary learning environment.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Masters In Education
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher Resume
Objective : Have taught secondary social studies for over 10 years. I enjoy working with middle and high school students of all levels of learning. I have taught gifted, special education, and regular education students. I have worked across departments and been the chair of the Social Studies department and have designed units of learning.
Applied teaching techniques based on contemporary educational pedagogy.
Developed curriculum that integrated the arts into core instruction.
Documented differentiated teaching techniques by the strategic planning of short and long-term unit outlines.
Served students of diverse backgrounds, including those with learning and behavioural disabilities.
Served on school leadership teams to implement change on the administrative level.
Played a pivotal role in organizing a school-wide leadership program based on Stephen Covey's 7 Habits of Highly Effective People program.
Provided instruction to at risk youth with varied academic abilities o Independently planned and implemented differentiated Social Studies instruction for 90 min blocked sessions.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Master Of Arts In Organisational
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher Resume
Objective : 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher with 4+ years of experience in Creating engaging lessons that push students to think critically about their world, Coaching students on how to effectively create presentations during class or after school, Developing lesson plans for the following subjects: history, geography, economics, Providing professional development opportunities for teachers throughout the year.
Created weekly lesson plans, coordinated with department colleagues, and planned as a team.
Differentiated lessons and activities based on student interests, abilities, and learning preferences.
Engaged in data driven classroom activities targeted to student mastery of specific state learning objectives (TEKS).
Taught 8th grade Social Studies.
Created and taught lessons on the Civil War, Revolutionary War.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
B.A. In History
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher Resume
Objective : Highly qualified 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher with experience in the industry. Enjoy creative problem solving and getting exposure on multiple projects, and I would excel in the collaborative environment on which your company prides itself.
Skills : Management, Research,Curriculum Mapping, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Windows, Leading Professional Developments, Testing and Evaluation, Peer Mentoring, Organisational , and Time Management.
Description :
Delivered instruction in World history and American history to students.
Managed classrooms up to 30 students in a multi-cultural urban school.
Created and presented innovative lesson plans that engage students and meet needs, interests, and academic abilities of students.
Consistently graded assignments, maintaining files, and assessing students' work.
Provided extra attention to students with disabilities; having years of volunteer experience at alma mater.
Implemented RTI Strategies for struggling students o Provided support to home room students o Implemented modifications and accommodations to curriculum for Special learners.
Interpreted assessment data to drive instruction and curriculum planning efforts.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Master Of Arts In Teaching
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher Resume
Objective : Currently employed as an 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher at Northwest Iowa Community College Teacher certification for American History and World History 5-12 Coaching Certification for the state of Iowa Completed Student Teaching with Sioux Valley School District Taught 4 years at the Marshalltown Community School District.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Power:Point, Excel, Outlook, And Various Google Programs.
Description :
Contributed to the character development and skills development of middle school students transitioning to high school.
Maintained accurate, thorough records of student attendance, achievement and behavioral performance.
Communicated effectively with students and parents regularly.
Taught students about the American Revolution and US geography.
Taught students about US history.
Led discussions about current events.
Participated in community outreach efforts.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Master's Of Science
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher Resume
Summary : 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher is responsible for Creating survey and adapted material and lessons plans based on feedback received from students on learning styles, requests, and individual goals. Praised by administration for masterfully overcoming and handling students' interruptions, minimal student write ups, gaining respect from students, and building environments conducive to learning.
Skills : Teaching Skills, Implementation Skills.
Description :
Attended monthly meetings with administrators to discuss goals and progress.
Experienced with developing curriculum.
Taught a variety of subjects including history, geography, and world history.
Assisted students with homework and other assigned tasks.
Liaised with parents on school policies and curriculum.
Attended meetings on school policies and curriculum.
Participated in professional development opportunities.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Master Of Arts In Teaching
8th Grade Social Studies Teacher Resume
Summary : 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher is responsible for Teaching the social studies curriculum in grades 7-12, Preparing lessons, assignments, and assessments for students, Teaching a variety of topics including history, government, economics, geography, civics, literature, sociology, and cultural diversity, and also Working closely with administration to meet the needs of the school district.
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