The mission of Trinity Preparatory School of Florida is to develop individuals who will excel in college and in life, contribute to their communities, lead in a changing society, and grow spiritually.

Job Title: Social Science Department Chair

Position Summary:

Trinity Preparatory School is seeking a dynamic and highly motivated social science educator to lead our department, teach, and develop lifelong learners and writers in the social sciences. This person will demonstrate a commitment to innovative teaching practices, open collaboration with other members of the teaching community, an interest in continued professional development, and most importantly, a commitment to bringing out the absolute best in each student. Knowledge of a learning management system, such as Canvas, would be a great asset as well. Candidates with experience in teaching history (through AP) are encouraged to apply. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Personnel Management 

• Consult with Director of Learning and Instruction to make recommendations to the Head of School on departmental hires 
• Conduct goal-setting and goal-progress evaluation meetings with all department members
• Make recommendations with school leadership to Head of School for retention and advancement of department members 
• Consult with and make recommendations to school leadership on matters of faculty discipline when appropriate. 
• Evaluate classroom instruction (minimum of twice annually) 
• Evaluate student feedback and share with teachers 
• Evaluate advisory performance with Division Head/Deans Office 
• Consult with and offer feedback (when applicable) to appropriate school leadership on advisory, coaching, or other +1 performance. 
• Complete faculty evaluation forms to be shared with and signed by department member prior to contract offer 

Curriculum management with Director of Learning and Instruction 

• Lead the development and evaluation of departmental curriculum in consultation with department members to maximize learning opportunities, teaching experience
• Annually generate/review departmental purpose statement, policies and procedures in consultation with division heads and the Director of Learning and Instruction and department members 
• With other school leaders, ensure standards are being met in the instruction of departmental curriculum, interdepartmental offerings, and Advanced Placement courses  Vertically and horizontal align the instructional for skills, concept mastery, assessments, equity of student experience
• Stay knowledgeable of trends and practices in the discipline

Professional development with Head of School and Director of Learning and Instruction

• Encourage a growth mindset in all employees 
• Eagerly and actively support open communication regarding all areas of professional life 
• Consult on professional development requests 
• Maintain a working knowledge of content and pedagogical developments in the discipline at other secondary schools and colleges 

Operations 

• Participate on curriculum committee 
• Make budget recommendations and manage approved departmental budget
•  Develop a growth mindset for all department members 
•  Assist with book orders and personnel deployment for scheduling 
•  Manage department meetings 
• Assist with new faculty orientation