Teacher - Secondary - Business

OneCCPS; Virginia; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

West Ridge High School in Chesterfield County Public Schools seeks a dedicated secondary teacher to lead a competency-based Business and Information Technology program. The role emphasizes building foundational computer science concepts and introducing coding as part of the curriculum.

You will manage FBLA activities, collaborate with families and staff, maintain enrollment records, and ensure a safe learning environment while aligning with district guidelines.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of subject matter and resources.
• Uses effective instructional strategies and practices.
• Experience with formative and summative assessments.
• Ability to analyze data to inform instruction.
• Collaborates with parents and staff for student growth.
• Maintains confidentiality and professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, implement, monitor, and evaluate a competency-based Business and IT program.
• Teach a broad introduction to computer science and computational thinking; coding basics.
• Advise FBLA and integrate activities into the curriculum.
• Maintain program budgets and enrollment records.
• Maintain a safe, positive learning environment and manage the classroom.
• Order supplies and coordinate with district policies.

Skills

Subject knowledge

Instructional strategies

Formative assessments

Data analysis

Lesson planning

Behavior management

Collaboration

Communication with parents

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

Virginia teaching license

Job description

## Teacher - Secondary - BusinessApply: On-site Only: West Ridge High School: Full time: Posted Today: R-0000003744## *Our outstanding teachers, support staff members and leaders are top-notch educators whom others seek to emulate, and quite simply – we would like for you to consider joining us.*# **General Description:**Plan, prepare, implement, monitor, and evaluate a quality competency-based Business and IT program.# **Job Description:****Essential Job Functions:*** Demonstrates knowledge of subject matter; center instruction on high expectations for student achievement and demonstrate effective teaching practices.* Demonstrates willingness to upgrade skills and knowledge as curriculum evolves; i.e., including but not limited to learning basic coding for game design.* Use multiple student data elements for the purpose of assessing student progress, modifying instruction and improving student learning.* Communicates and collaborates with parents and the school community for the purpose of fostering individual student success and growth while engaging the families in the instructional program.* Exhibits collaborative and collegial practices focused on improving instructional practice and student learning by participating in professional learning communities, showing professionalism, and growing professionally* Plans, organizes, and teaches a competency-based Business and Information Technology program.* Focuses on a broad introduction to the field of computer science and computational thinking. Students will be introduced to computer coding and computer hardware. No coding experience is required.* Manages and advises FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) and incorporates FBLA leadership activities into the Business and Information Technology curriculum.* Develops and maintains program budgets (student fees and FBLA) following district and building guidelines.* Fosters and manages a safe, positive, and respectful learning environment for the purpose of promoting effective student behavior and success.* Demonstrates effective classroom and computer lab management.* Assists in development of and participates in activities designed to promote an innovative Business and Information Technology program.* Demonstrates a professional commitment to Business and Information Technology innovation.* Maintains and submits appropriate records (i.e., monthly, semester, and annual enrollment and employment reports).* Orders supplies, instructional materials, and equipment necessary for the program.* Maintains consistent attendance and conforms to regular work hours specified under contract.* Shares with other staff members the responsibility for school activities and student supervision.* Implements and complies with District policies and procedures.* Performs appropriate tasks as designated by the principal in relation to the responsibilities listed above.* Performs other duties as assigned**Budgetary Responsibility****:** Maintains budget for class and student organization funding.**Report Preparation****:** Prepares progress reports of student achievement, maintains student competency records and other various reports as required.**Equipment Operation****:**Computer, data projector and general office equipment. **Contacts:** Contact with all levels of CCPS personnel, students, parents**Work Direction/Supervision****:** N/A**Decision Making:** Performs majority of functions independently**Formal Policy-Setting Responsibilities****:** N/A**Physical Demands****:**Must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone, to enter data into a computer terminal; to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal levels, outdoors and on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly indoors, outdoors and on the telephone; physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds; to bend, stoop, sit on the floor, climb stairs, walk and reach overhead.**Work Environment:** Work environment in public school. The noise level is moderate.## **Qualifications:**Knowledge of subject matter/course content and resources relevant to assignment. Knowledge of and skills in using effective instructional strategies and practices. Knowledge of and skills in implementing various formative and summative assessments. Knowledge of and experience with an instructional framework. Skills in effective planning and implementation of lessons based upon individual student needs. Skills in managing and promoting positive student behavior; in data analysis to assess, monitor, and inform instruction for student growth. Skills and abilities in organization, time management, and record keeping. Demonstrated ability to operate a computer and the skills to learn and utilize software and other technology in instruction. Demonstrated ability to effectively address and meet a wide range of academic, social and developmental needs for all types of learners. Demonstrated ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other professionals in a team setting. Demonstrated ability to interact positively and effectively with parents, students, staff, and administrators. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality. Successful training/teaching experience with students with a variety of backgrounds (i.e., special needs, ELL, students-at-risk) and the ability to adapt teaching style and materials to meet individual needs.# **Additional Job Requirements:**Must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching license with an endorsement in Business and Information Technology. Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:* Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation* State Police Criminal History Investigation* Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation* Tuberculosis Screening/Test**Compensation**$0.00 - $0.00**Hours Per Day**0**Days Per Year**0**Benefits**Chesterfield County Public Schools offers a wide variety of benefits to employees. Benefit offerings may differ based upon full-time and part-time employee status.*Chesterfield County Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities for employees as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position and does not imply an employment contract.*As one of the largest and most innovative school divisions in the nation, Chesterfield County Public Schools is committed to creating a better tomorrow through authentic and captivating learning experiences. With work guided by the values of equity, integrity, teamwork and ingenuity, we believe that a better tomorrow is created one student at a time. Through our strategic plan, Imagine Tomorrow, our focus is to create an infinite learner mindset while encouraging students and staff to exemplify personal responsibility and supportive relationships.We think our schools are pretty amazing, but we aren’t the only ones. Our award-winning school division – which includes six National Blue Ribbon Schools, seven National Title I Distinguished Schools and six Middle Schools to Watch – is often cited as the reason people choose to live and work here. Educators from outside of our school division routinely visit our nationally-recognized schools to learn more about what we are doing, how we are doing it and why we are doing it. Our outstanding teachers, support staff members and leaders are top-notch educators whom others seek to emulate, and quite simply – we would like for you to consider joining us.You have a choice to make, and we would like for you to choose Chesterfield.