2026-2027 Career Pathway Educator

Licking Heights School District•Pataskala, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

At Licking Heights Local Schools, our commitment to student success drives everything we do. We believe in providing equitable, personalized learning experiences focused on building character skills and achieving academic excellence. Our comprehensive framework, addressing milestones from kindergarten readiness to college and career competencies, ensures that every student thrives academically, socially, and emotionally. We are dedicated to creating a positive school culture where students can explore their talents through extracurricular activities, fostering well-rounded and socially responsible citizens. To be successful at Licking Heights Local Schools, staff members must embody a range of skills, including: Passion for education and student well-being, Effective mentoring and guidance for students, Strong communication and collaboration skills, Continuous learning and professional development, Forward-thinking planning and strategic decision-making, Openness to two-way communication and community engagement. We are dedicated to supporting our staff through comprehensive induction, providing ongoing professional development aligned with our district's vision, and creating a safe and empowering school environment where every individual can flourish. Join us in our mission to provide an exceptional education experience that prepares students for success in school, career, and life.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in education from an accredited college or university or equivalent
Appropriate State of Ohio teacher certifications/license
Training and/or experience in behavioral management techniques
Ability to identify, evaluate, and implement program options, auxiliary services, and curricular materials that support the diverse learning needs of students
Knowledge of Ohio graduation requirements
Experience and Knowledge of standard based grading and flexible learning
Knowledge of Work-Based Learning Opportunities

Responsibilities

Participate as a member of the instructional team and direct learning activities of students in the attainment of subject, school, and system objectives.
Adapt and apply instructional responsibilities to the circumstances of the alternative education program, such as student needs.
Plan continuous and flexible educational experiences for pupils, considering student needs and previous learning.
Assemble and organize resources related to content assignments.
Direct learning activities that align with the goals of the established curriculum, communicating these goals and instructional procedures to students.
Provide small group instruction to students enrolled in the alternative school setting.
Offer flexible and authentic learning opportunities for students to obtain credits.
Employ varied teaching and evaluation styles to facilitate student understanding and critical thinking.
Demonstrate competent knowledge of subject matter and its connections to prior and future learning.
Develop and modify instructional materials for the students' level of needs.
Foster an ability to think outside of the box regarding students' mastery of content.
Work individually with students on their caseload to develop individualized progress plans and monitor progress.
Keep the alternative school principal informed of situations that may require their involvement.
Ensure instructional time is utilized toward academic goals and student efforts are directed accordingly.
Facilitate student schedules.
Develop, communicate, and maintain consistent classroom discipline strategies that encourage teacher-student interaction, mutual respect, rapport, positive self-image, and self-responsibility.
Work with stakeholders to build educational plans for students on caseloads that address behavioral needs.
Build positive and appropriate relationships that motivate students to achieve academic and behavioral goals.
Communicate clearly and effectively with students, parents, colleagues, administration, and the school community.
Become acquainted with parents of students and maintain consistent communication regarding their student.
Work cooperatively with colleagues.
Be an ambitious, enthusiastic, and determined visionary leader, understanding that this program is being built from the ground up and requires an innovative approach.
Keep appropriate records, including attendance and disciplinary records for each student.
Adhere to all policies of the Board of Education and administrative rules and regulations.
Attend all meetings called by the principal or superintendent, unless excused.
Be punctual and present at school.
Use all school property appropriately and maintain its care.
Provide for own professional growth through advanced coursework, seminars, conferences, or reading.
Perform other duties or requests as directed by the administration.