CONSUMER FOOD SCIENCE /PSYCHOLOGY TEACHER

Reports to: Building Administrator
Location: Pinckney Community High School
About Pinckney Community Schools:
Located in beautiful Livingston County, Pinckney Community Schools serves a suburban-rural community known for its scenic parks, lakes, and trails. We are committed to educational excellence and creating inclusive learning environments that empower students to thrive.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Pinckney Community Schools is seeking a passionate and dedicated Consumer Food Science/Psychology Teacher. The ideal candidate will be committed to fostering a rigorous, engaging, and student-centered classroom environment, and demonstrate a strong commitment to academic excellence and the personal growth of each student.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with an endorsement in Consumer Food Sciences/Psychology. Secondary Certification.
• Strong instructional, classroom management, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in integrating educational technology and online learning tools into classroom instruction.
• Ability to establish effective relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Commitment to fostering a culturally responsive, inclusive learning environment.
• Ability to adapt curriculum and instruction for students with diverse learning needs.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous teaching experience at the Middle School level.
• Experience in data-driven instruction and formative assessment practices.

FUNCTIONS OF POSITION DESCRIPTION:

This position description has been prepared to define the general duties of the position, provide examples of work and to detail the required knowledge, skills and ability as well as the acceptable experience and training for the position. The description is not intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the duties of employees under supervision. The Pinckney Community School District retains and reserves any and all rights to change,
modify, amend, add to or delete from any portion of this description in its sole judgment. This position description is not a contract for employment.
The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.
The Pinckney Community School District is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

• Deliver engaging and standards-aligned instruction elective courses.
• Develop lesson plans that accommodate diverse learning styles and differentiate instruction to meet individual student needs..
• Assess and monitor student progress through formative and summative assessments, using data to inform instruction.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and safe classroom culture that promotes student success and respect for all learners.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with students, parents, and colleagues regarding student performance and classroom activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues in professional learning communities to develop interdisciplinary and cross-curricular lessons.
• Maintain accurate and timely student records in accordance with school policies and procedures.
• Participate in school-wide initiatives, including professional development, school improvement planning, and extracurricular events.