Corner HS - Business/Marketing/Finance CTE Teacher 10M

at  Alabama State Department of Education

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Marketing Education or a related field.
• Valid Alabama teaching certificate in the career technical subject area assigned.
• Completion of all state requirements to gain teacher certification.
• Passing scores on the PRAXIS – Business Education (5101).
• Ability to meet suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.
• Ability to develop and implement curriculum and programming specific to the needs of students at the designated grade level(s) and in the designated content area(s)/subject(s).
• Proficiency in oral and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on communication and collaboration with a wide variety of people and groups.
• Ability to solve problems as a productive team member.
• Ability to use technology to communicate, to plan and provide instruction, to facilitate student learning, to manage data, and to produce/submit required reports, correspondence, and/or financial information.
• Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity to perform job responsibilities.
• Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require.

• Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals and priorities.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of career technical education in the subject/field/cluster assigned.
• Demonstrates knowledge of current educational research and implements best instructional practices.
• Utilizes technology to plan and provide instruction and facilitate student learning.
• Models appropriate and innovative use of technology for students.
• Facilitates and monitors the integration of technology in the classroom.
• Creates or selects long-range instructional plans based on a review of system and state curriculum priorities, student profiles and instructional priorities.
• Defines goals and objectives for long-range instructional, departmental, and daily lesson plans.
• Sequences content and activities appropriately; paces lessons and instruction to encourage student achievement.
• Instructs students in the use, care, maintenance, and safe operation of program equipment and tools in the assigned field of instruction.
• Maintains contact with business/industry community to keep abreast of job entry requirements, current technology and practices in the designated content field, and for student referrals and placements.
• Develops, implements, and revises instructional plans and lessons according to the Compliance Monitoring documents.
• Establishes and maintains a learning environment in which students are actively engaged in the learning process.
• Provides instruction in workplace skills (e.g. punctuality, interpersonal relationships, leadership, problem-solving, ethics, and good work habits).
• Establishes a Career Technical Advisory Committee following Compliance Monitoring guidelines to determine program needs and to maintain positive business/industry relationships.
• Interprets and uses data (including but not limited to standardized and other test results) for instructional planning and program evaluation.
• Uses ongoing assessment, traditional and alternative, to monitor student progress, to verify that learning is occurring, and to adjust curriculum and instruction.
• Provides feedback to students about the appropriateness of responses and quality of work with a focus on improving student performance.
• Administers standardized tests and credentialing assessments in accordance with directions provided, including proctoring and secure handling of materials.
• Communicates high learning expectations for all students.
• Engages in continuing improvement of professional knowledge and skills.
• Supports school improvement initiatives by active participation in school activities, events, ceremonies, services and programs.
• Attends local, state, and national staff development programs, workshops, and conferences to improve professional performance and knowledge as requested.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal law.
• Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems and/or opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.
• Responds to inquiries and requests in a timely and positive manner.
• Maintains and submits required reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.
• Properly uses and cares for equipment and material resources of the school system.
• Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local laws.
• Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures.
• Performs any other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor(s).
• Serves as the sponsor for an affiliated career and technical education student organization relevant to the program area to integrate leadership skills and to participate in educational and competitive events.
• Works with guidance personnel in the recruitment of students.
• Provides related instruction with laboratory, or other occupational experience that is appropriate to the career objectives of the student.
  Terms of Employment: As established by the Board and applicable state law.
  Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.
  This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Jefferson County Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.