Teacher - CTE - Computer Technology/STEM

Nash County Public Schools•Rocky Mount, NC

About The Position

An employee in this class provides direct instruction to students. A wide variety of tasks are performed in the teaching-learning process for students, the primary one being to help students learn the subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible adults. A teacher performs his/her duties under the supervision of, and reports to, the principal.

Requirements

Previous experience as a CTE Teacher preferred.
The business education program focuses on the nature and core concepts of business, computers, information technology, finance, and entrepreneurship.
Teacher must have the ability to engage students in activities and hands-on projects.
Development of 21 st century skills including collaboration, critical thinking, economic literacy, entrepreneurial skills, and problem-solving is a part of each of the career pathways.
Opportunities to develop and apply leadership, social, civic, and business-related skills are provided through Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), the Career-Technical Student Organization for Business, Finance, and Information Technology Education students.
Integration of the Business, Finance, and Information Technology Education program with appropriate academic concepts/courses is strongly encouraged.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals consistent with the duties of this position
Ability to compose and write routine reports consistent with the duties of this position
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from administrators, staff and the general public consistent with the duties of this position
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Familiarity with basic computer operation and software.
Ability to learn various computer operations required for management of student information and integration of technology in classroom instruction.
Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents; skills in oral and written communication.
Bachelor’s degree in related area Examples: Accounting, Administrative Systems, Business Administration, CAD/AutoCAD, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Information Technologies, Management/MIS (Management Information Systems), Marketing
Work Experience Two years industry-related work experience within past five years Examples: Accountant / CPA, Business Analyst, Business Manager, Operations Analyst, Marketing Manager, Systems Analyst, Database Administrator, Management Analyst, Computer Programmer/Analyst, Chief Information Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Loan Officer, e-Commerce manager, Stock broker, Investment advisor, Financial analyst, Trade School, etc.
Valid N.C. teaching license/certification, or be able to obtain a business, finance and information technology education (760) license.

Responsibilities

Teaches District approved curriculum
Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated
Plans a program of study, employing a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students
Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules
Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and the like to communicate these objectives to students
Assists in diagnosing the learning disabilities of students, with the assistance of district specialists
Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports
Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations
Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day