Teacher: Business Technology

Title Code: Teacher: Business Technology This posting creates a pool of candidates for future positions that may become available.

JOB SUMMARY

Provides for instruction of students by developing, selecting, and modifying instructional plans and materials and presenting them using instructional techniques which meet the needs of all students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of students. Supervises students in a variety of school-related settings and activities. Monitors and evaluates student performance. Develops and implements plans to improve student performance. Maintains required records and follows required procedures and practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Establishes clear goals and objectives related to the School Improvement Plan. Plans and prepares lessons, assignments, and instructional materials. Establishes learning objectives consistent with appraisal of student needs, curriculum framework, and knowledge of human growth and development. Prepares, administers and corrects evaluations and assessments, and records results. Selects and uses appropriate instructional strategies including but not limited to lectures, group discussions, demonstrations, modeling, and multimedia teaching aids to present subject matter to students. Evaluates student progress using appropriate assessment techniques. Maintains order and discipline in the classroom conducive to effective learning objectives. Counsels pupils when academic and adjustment problems arise. Confers with parents and students regarding progress/problems of assigned students; arranges and participates in teacher-parent or teacher-student conferences as necessary. May serve on special committees. Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, textbooks, materials, and facilities. Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, board policy, and administrative regulations. Attends and actively participates in staff/faculty meetings and provides input regarding the planning of instructional goals, objectives, and methods. Improves skill and knowledge base in current trends, research, and methodology in instructional techniques, technology, multicultural content, problem solving, and interdisciplinary connections. Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for instructional assistants, teacher assistants, and volunteers. Attends school meetings, programs, and activities outside the instructional day as necessary. 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, curriculum, teaching techniques, current trends, research, and materials of instruction in field of specialization. Understanding of the teaching/learning process. Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education. Ability to infuse technology into the curriculum. Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office and school board staff, students, parents, and community. Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills. Crisis intervention may require participating in physical restraints. Ability to observe student behavior, hear students and school public address/alarm systems, and smell smoke or dangerous chemicals. Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations. 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 Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) required.

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 Standing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Walking: under 1/3 percent of the time Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position. Work Environment Location Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time Noise Level Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time Weight & Force Lifting and carrying requirements None: Travel Requirements N/A #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education