Business Education Teacher

Business Education Teacher

Teaching Business Education to high school students. Compensation will be determined by District 112 and the Chaska Education Association (CEA). This position will remain open until filled. Please apply online at district112.org.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Planning and preparation
• Demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy
• Demonstrate knowledge of student
• Select instructional goals
• Demonstrate knowledge of resources
• Design coherent instruction
• Assess student learning
• Instruction
• Communicate clearly and accurately
• Use questioning and discussion techniques
• Engage students in learning
• Provide feedback to students
• Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness
• Classroom Environment
• Create an environment of respect and rapport
• Establish a culture for learning
• Manage classroom procedures
• Manage student behavior
• Organize physical space
• Supervise students
• Professional Responsibilities
• Reflect on teaching
• Maintain accurate records
• Communicate with parents
• Contribute to the school and district
• Grow and develop professionally
• Show professionalism

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Searches continually for best practices
• Knows student age groups, approaches to learning, skills, interests, and cultural heritage
• Articulates how goals establish high expectations and relate to curriculum frameworks and standards
• Seeks other materials to enhance instruction
• Designs activities which are highly relevant to students and instructional goals
• Structures clear lessons/units and allows for different pathways according to student needs.
• Has assessment criteria and standards which are clear and consistent with instructional goals.
• Communicates clearly both orally and in writing
• Uses appropriate questioning technique
• Assures that all students are cognitively engaged in appropriate learning activities
• Assures feedback is consistently provided in a timely manner
• Makes appropriate adjustments to lessons to accommodate students questions or interests.
• Demonstrates genuine caring and respect for individual students
• Fosters a culture for learning in which students participate, are curious, and take pride in their work.
• Manages instructional groups, transitions, materials, and supervise volunteers and paraprofessionals
• Establishes appropriate behavioral expectations
• Responds to misbehavior appropriately and respects the students' dignity.
• Uses physical resources skillfully, and all learning is equally accessible to all students.
• Evidence of an understanding of the school culture and environment, and a commitment to carrying out the vision, mission and belief statements of District 112.
• Assesses lessons' effectiveness
• Maintains appropriate student records
• Communicates with parents about students' progress on a regular basis
• Volunteers to participate in school activities and events
• Demonstrates that support and cooperation characterize relationships with colleagues
• Seeks out opportunities for professional development and actively assists other educators
• Demonstrates service to students, advocacy for learners, and sound decision-making
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and internet
• Regular attendance
• Knowledge and ability to use email

Education / Certification Requirements:

Valid State of Minnesota License in Secondary Business Education.

Competencies and/or Values Common to All Positions:

• A clear and demonstrated commitment to the District mission, which is to ensure high quality, innovative, challenging education where all learners are valued and respected.
• Performing assigned responsibilities in a manner consistent with the District's established Core Values.
• Advancing the District's mission and values through careful attention to the key issues of Learning, Environment and Resources.