High School Social Studies Teacher 2024-2025

Herron-Riverside High School is seeking candidates for a Social Studies teacher. The ideal candidate must be able to teach U.S. History + AP U.S. History. Herron-Riverside High School is a nationally recognized, award-winning high school that offers a world-class, classical, liberal arts and sciences curriculum in an urban environment. Our school is an intentionally-diverse, public charter school of approximately 1000 students. Herron HS operates within the Herron Classical Schools network of charter schools.

Teachers at Herron Classical Schools:

• Embrace the classical, liberal arts mission.

• Commit to high academic and behavioral expectations.

• Focus on effective instruction in every classroom.

• Engage in a collaborative environment.

• Differentiate for diverse culture and abilities.

• Demonstrate passion for and expertise in their content area.

• Plan instruction that is results-oriented and research based.

• Exhibit relentless dedication to the academic success of every student.

• Engage in continual professional reflection.

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.Nurture a positive relationship with colleagues.

2.Demonstrate respect for colleagues.

3.Support corporation decisions and direction relative to matters of policy and administrative directives. Work as a team player.

4.Demonstrate ability to deal with sensitive issues in a tactful and professional manner.

5.Demonstrate commitment to our diversity and inclusion statement.

Diversity & Inclusion - Embracing a Culture of Respect

Diversity and inclusion are integral to Herron Classical Schools' mission and are embedded in its Core Values. By building a culture of respect and trust through relationships with people and ideas, HCS believes that a highly intentional diversity enriches our community. HCS is committed to creating an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity are embraced, respected, and valued.

HCS Equity Statement

Herron Classical Schools, through action and in partnership with families and community, will uphold the values, policies, and practices that promote cultural competence. We are committed to eliminating biased institutional structures, hiring practices, and practices that affect student learning and achievement. We will embrace and empower students and staff in their individual identities to establish and sustain human dignity, justice, equitable treatment, and inclusiveness in the classroom and workplace. Link to full Equity Statement

Herron Classical Schools Non-discrimination Statement

Herron Classical Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex, gender identity, disability, religion, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, or any characteristic that is legally protected under applicable local, state, or federal law in the administration of its educational policies, behavior policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, food service, hiring practices, and athletic or other school-administered programs.

Herron Classical Schools Non-discrimination Statement

Herron Classical Schools abides by the Indiana Civil Rights Laws (I.C. 22-9-1), Title VI and VII (Civil Rights Act of 1964), the Equal Pay Act of 1973, Title IX (Educational Amendments), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 USCS § 12101,et.seq.). Complaints regarding acts of sexual discrimination or harassment in violation of Title IX requirements should be filed with Herron Classical Schools Title IX Coordinator, Karen Lalioff, by email klalioff@indianapolisclassicalschools.org, by phone at 317-231-0010 x1113, or by filling out a Report of Harassment form available from Student Services or any school administrator. Inquiries regarding compliance by Herron Classical Schools with Title IX and other civil rights laws may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator, Herron High School, 110 E. 16th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 111 North Canal Street, Suite 1053, Chicago, IL 60606-7204

Herron Classical Schools is incredibly proud of our network and our scholars. And, based on the data shared in the US News and World Report National Public-School Rankings for 2024, the rankings we received are a testament to our work paying off. In these rankings, of which 17,655 schools throughout the nation were ranked, based on our performance on state-required tests, graduation, and how well we prepare students for college, we earned the following rankings:

• Herron High School and Herron-Riverside ranked #1 and #2 Charter High Schools in Indianapolis.

• Herron High School continues to be highly ranked since our first graduating class in 2010 and is currently ranked #316 in the nation

• Herron High School ranked #2 in the state for College Readiness.

• Herron High School placed in the top 2% of public schools nationwide in the following:

• #2 in Indianapolis/Metro Area High Schools

• #5 in Indiana High Schools

• #73 in Charter High Schools

• Herron-Riverside was ranked in the top 35% of public schools.

For more information: 2024 US News and World Report National Public School Rankings