The Vanguard School seeks a talented and knowledgeable social studies teacher who is eager to support the school’s mission and committed to private education in a neurodiverse boarding environment. This is a 10-month, full-time position. We are seeking a full-time, dynamic social studies teacher who can engage students. The teacher is responsible for creating a classroom environment that develops in each student an appreciation of world perspectives and cultural heritages, and that motivates each pupil to understand and exercise the rights, privileges, and responsibilities of citizenship.

The ideal candidate will be highly collaborative, exhibit strong interpersonal skills, and lead the social studies program at The Vanguard School. The successful candidate will be charged with developing and leading the curriculum, vertical alignment, and pedagogy.  The ideal candidate will be able to incorporate multiple teaching styles and use varied approaches with students and the material. This person must have a desire to work with students in a boarding school environment and should possess strong interpersonal and written communication skills.

Essential Duties

• Teaches courses in Geography, World History, Government, Economics, and US History. 
• Develops a balanced social studies program.
• Provides individualized and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to meet each student's needs.
• Explores and integrates a range of resources, including technology, to engage, enhance, and extend learning goals.
• Understands the role of social, emotional, and physical well-being in the teaching and learning process and encourages the development of lifelong healthy behaviors.
• Encourages students to think independently and express ideas.
• Serves as the faculty advisor to a small group of students.
• Facilitates ongoing communication with parents regarding student progress, including formal written reports, in accordance with the school calendar.
• Participates in the school’s pre-service/in-service training and mentoring program.
• Contributes to the boarding student life program.
• Contributes to other aspects of the school.

Applications should be directed to Mr. L. Shannon Graves, Head of School. Please include a letter of introduction, a résumé, and at least three professional references. We will begin reviewing applications immediately and will close the application period when the position is filled.  Information may be emailed to: shannon.graves@vanguardschool.org 

Minimum Qualifications include:

• B.A. degree and relevant teaching experience in a non-profit independent school.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work independently and in a group.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with parents, students, faculty, and staff.
• Ability to motivate and manage students.
• Strong work ethic, adaptability, generous spirit, and confident working with students.
• Commitment to and alignment with the School's mission and vision 

About The Vanguard School

The Vanguard School is a private, non-profit, co-educational, boarding and day school for students in grades 6-12 who experience learning disabilities. These disabilities include dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, ADD, ADHD, and high-functioning autism. For over 50 years Vanguard has provided an individualized education to these students in small classroom settings that average 6-10 students per class. Vanguard also provides a full range of activities and sports and aspires that all students will go on to higher education and independent education. Vanguard School is located on a beautiful 77 acre campus in sunny Central Florida between vibrant cities Orlando and Tampa.

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