CTE Teacher: Business - Retail Mgmt, Financial Math, Practicum of Marketing, and DECA Sponsor

CTE Teacher:
Business - Retail Mgmt, Financial Math, Practicum of Marketing, and DECA Sponsor (Grapevine High School)

Job Title: CTE Teacher:
Business - Retail Mgmt, Financial Math, Practicum of Marketing, and DECA Sponsor

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to: Principal

Pay Grade: Teacher payscale

Department/School: Grapevine High School

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

• Business Education certification and Marketing Education certification
• Bachelor’s degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and level assigned
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned
• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s).
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Use student achievement data to guide classroom instruction.
• Establish an engaging, innovative, project-based learning environment.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned; sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students and support mission of school district.
• Promote skills and awareness to succeed in college.
• Demonstrate awareness of school/community needs and initiate activities to meet those needs.
• Facilitate AVID classes to develop the study habits and academic skills needed to succeed in rigorous college preparatory courses and college.
• Coordinate and monitor ECHS individual graduation plans.
• Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals, and teachers.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.

Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice.