Application Instructions:

• Fill out application at Peru Community Schools website www.peru.k12.in.us
• Letter of Interest
• Current resume
• College transcript(s) and/or pertinent certifications for this position
• Three letters of recommendation
• Submit all documents to: Mrs. Julie Scheurich, principal
• Send to [email protected]           

Position Details:

  Job Title: 7-8 Social Studies Teacher

  Type: Certified

  Location: Peru Junior Senior High School

FT/PT Status: Full Time

Working Period: 185 Days

Bargaining Unit Status: Yes

Salary: Starting teacher salary $45,000

 Minimum Qualifications:

·        Bachelor's degree

·        Currently valid Indiana teaching license 

Job Summary: To provide effective standards-based instruction and promote student engagement with content, with peers, and with the school community. This responsibility includes preparation and planning, implementing effective teaching strategies; and developing and maintaining effective relationships with students, parents, staff, and the community. 

 Duties & Responsibilities: 

1. Support the school and district mission and vision

2. Implement Board of Education and administrative policies, Indiana law and federal rules, regulations, and directives. 

3. Teach district approved curriculum consistent with Indiana State Standards and School expectations.

4. Demonstrate knowledge of subject matter. 

5. Develop and implement effective lesson plans and use effective instructional strategies that promote student engagement.

6. Utilize formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress.

7. Use data to inform instruction.

8. Manage student conduct to maintain a safe environment conducive to learning.

9. Maintain accurate, complete, correct, and timely records of student achievement and attendance.

10. Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with school personnel, students and parents. 

11. Participate in required professional development.

12. Supervise students before, during, and/or after school as assigned. 

13. Other duties as assigned.