Secondary Digital Literacy and Financial Literacy Teacher

American Preparatory Academy•West Valley City, UT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

American Preparatory Academy is seeking a knowledgeable and engaging educator to serve as a Secondary Digital Literacy and Financial Literacy Teacher. This full-time position teaches Digital Literacy in the morning and Financial Literacy in the afternoon, preparing students with essential technology, personal finance, and real-world skills.

Requirements

Energetic, enthusiastic and committed to student success
Ability to accept constructive criticism and make necessary adjustments
Able to work well in a teamwork environment, including participation in a coaching model for teaching
Knowledge of secondary education pedagogy and best practices
Knowledge of digital literacy, technology, personal finance, and financial literacy
Ability to develop engaging lessons using varied instructional methods
Strong classroom management, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to maintain professionalism and tact in high-stress situations
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and related technology
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds as needed
Ability to move throughout the school facility and assist in leading students to safety during an emergency
Bachelor’s degree required
Appropriate state accreditation/teaching license required
Ongoing professional courses and in-service training as required

Nice To Haves

Prior teaching experience highly preferred
Specialized training in teaching secondary school-aged children preferred
Specialized knowledge or experience in digital literacy, financial literacy, business, technology, or a related field preferred
Master’s degree highly preferred

Responsibilities

Teach digital skills including online research, digital citizenship, keyboarding, media literacy, basic computer operations, and responsible technology use.
Teach productivity tools such as Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.
Address internet safety and the ethical use of digital media and communication.
Teach personal finance topics including budgeting, saving, credit, loans, taxes, investing, and responsible consumer behavior.
Teach students to set financial goals and make informed economic decisions.
Use real-world scenarios, simulations, and project-based learning to strengthen financial understanding.
Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons using a variety of instructional methods and materials.
Prepare assignments and assessments; evaluate and grade student performance.
Monitor student academic progress and address academic or behavioral concerns.
Communicate student progress and concerns professionally with students, parents, faculty, staff, and administration.
Maintain a positive and well-managed classroom environment and build positive relationships with students and parents.
Maintain required student records, attendance, and other documentation.
Administer standardized tests in accordance with applicable laws and policies.
Supervise students in classrooms, halls, study periods, lunchrooms, school grounds, field trips, and other assigned activities.
Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, conferences, and training.
Maintain knowledge of current research and best practices in secondary education.
Sponsor or support student activities or organizations as assigned.
Enforce safety and security standards.
Other duties as assigned.