Teacher: Family & Consumer Science

Anne Arundel County Public Schools

Annapolis (MD)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A public school organization in Annapolis is seeking a TEACHER for Family & Consumer Science. The role involves developing instructional materials and evaluating student performance. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in a related field and be eligible for educator certification in Maryland. This position provides opportunities to engage with students and enhance their learning in various settings.

Qualifications

Knowledge of materials in the field of Family & Consumer Science.
Ability to deal effectively with students, staff and parents.
Ability to speak and write effectively.

Responsibilities

Develops and modifies instructional plans to meet needs.
Monitors student progress and provides assessments.
Counsels students regarding academic and adjustment problems.

Skills

Knowledge of teaching techniques

Ability to infuse technology into curriculum

Proficiency in business technology applications

Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations

Effective communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field of education

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

Job Title: TEACHER: FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE

Job Summary: Provides for instruction of students in the area of Family & Consumer Science by developing, selecting, and modifying instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Supervises students in a variety of school-related settings and activities. Prepares, administers and corrects assessments. Evaluates student performance and implements plans to improve performance. Maintains required records.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Plans, prepares and presents lessons, assignments and instructional materials to students in an appropriate manner.
Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students.
Selects and uses appropriate instructional strategies including lectures, group discussions, demonstrations, modeling and multi-media teaching aids to present subject matter to students.
Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to effective learning and supervises students in a variety of school-related settings.
Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.
Maintains order and discipline in the classroom conducive to effective learning and supervises students in a variety of school-related settings.
Keeps attendance and grade records as required by Board Policy Administrative Regulation.
Prepares, administers and corrects evaluations and assessments, and records results.
Counsels pupils when academic and adjustment problems arise.
Confer with parents and students regarding progress/problems of assigned students; arrange and participate in teacher-parent or teacher-student conferences as necessary.
Serves on special committees.
Attends and actively participates in staff/faculty meetings; provides input regarding the planning of instructional goals, objectives and methods.
Evaluates student progress using appropriate assessment techniques.
Improves skill and knowledge base in current trends, research and methodology in instructional techniques, technology, multicultural content, problem solving and interdisciplinary connections.
Takes all necessary safe precautions to protect students and materials of instruction.
Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required.

Experience

None

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

Knowledge of school organization, goals and objectives with special emphasis on teaching techniques.
Knowledge of materials in the field of Family & Consumer Science. Knowledge of current trends and research in Family & Consumer Science.
Knowledge of and proficiency in technical areas of instruction.
Ability to speak and write effectively.
Ability to deal effectively with students, staff and parents.
Ability to employ a variety of teaching styles to respond to the needs of diverse learners.
Ability to infuse technology into curriculum.
Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
Familiarity or experience with electronic leave reporting/substitute requesting systems, electronic grade reporting/gradebook, electronic teacher/parent communication tools, and ability to use instructional technology hardware and software.
Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Licenses and Certifications

Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

Hold or be eligible for Educator Certification: Professional Certificate appropriate to the assigned teaching content area issued by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) required; or
Hold or be eligible for Educator License: Initial Professional License (IPL) issued by MSDE required.

Driving Requirements

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands