CTE Health Science Teacher

CTE Health Science Teacher

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution.
• Valid Alabama certification in the appropriate area.
• Must meet the No Child Left Behind Act regulations and requirements.
• Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the prescribed curriculum.
• Knowledge of child development and especially of characteristics of students in the age group assigned.
• Ability to plan and implement activities for maximum effectiveness.
• Ability to use varied teaching methods to address student learning styles.
• Ability to use current technology.
• Ability to assess levels of student achievement effectively, analyze test results and prescribe actions for improvement.
• Ability to maintain appropriate student supervision so that students have a safe and orderly environment in which to learn.
• Knowledge of current educational research.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal laws and policies related to teaching responsibilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively with peers, administrators and others.

Reports To:

• Principal

Job Goal:

To provide an educational atmosphere in which all students will move toward the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and psychological growth in accordance with system philosophy, goals and objectives.

Supervises:

• Paraprofessional if assigned

Performance Responsibilities:

• Create or select long-range plans based on a review of system and state curriculum priorities, student profiles and instructional priorities.
• Define goals and objectives for unit and daily plans.
• Develop or select instructional activities which foster active involvement of students in the learning process.
• Identify specific intended learning outcomes which are challenging, meaningful and measurable.
• Plan and prepare a variety of learning activities considering individual student's culture, learning styles, special needs and socio-economic background.
• Plan and prepare lessons and instructional strategies which support the school improvement plan and the system mission.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of curriculum content.
• Provide quality work for students which is focused on meaningful, relevant and engaging learning experiences.
• Select, develop, accommodate and/or adapt materials and resources which support learning objectives and address students' varying learning styles, backgrounds and special needs.
• Sequence content and activities appropriately.
• Use appropriate material, technology and resources to help meet learning needs of all students.
• Create a learning climate that is challenging yet non-threatening.
• Establish and maintain a positive and safe learning environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.
• Apply principles of learning and effective teaching in instructional delivery.
• Assist students in assessing, interpreting and evaluating information from multiple sources.
• Communicate high learning expectations for all students.
• Maintain academic focus by using a variety of motivational techniques.
• Maintain instructional momentum with smooth and efficient transitions from one activity to another.
• Provide appropriate instruction and accommodations for students with special needs including special education students and students who have limited proficiency in English.
• Provide instruction on safety procedures and proper handling of materials and equipment.
• Use a variety of instructional strategies appropriate for teaching students from diverse backgrounds with different learning styles and special needs.
• Use appropriate techniques and strategies to enhance the application of critical, creative and evaluative thinking capabilities of students.
• Develop and use assessment strategies to assist the continuous development of learners.
• Encourage self-assessment by students and assist them in developing plans for improving their performance.
• Monitor learning activities, providing feedback and reinforcement to students.
• Provide feedback to students about the…