Teacher - Family and Consumer Sciences - FACS - (High School), 2027-28

Columbia•Columbia, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides classroom instruction and training in Family and Consumer Sciences education at the high school level. The teacher may be assigned to teach a combination of subjects including My Cuisine, Global Cuisine, Interior Design, Fashion Merchandising, Fashion, Fabric, Construction, and Child Development. This posting is a general talent pool rather than a specific active job opening; applications may be circulated among school buildings with a vacancy in this area, and submitting an application does not guarantee an interview. The teacher plans and implements instruction using district-approved curricular documents, prepares for classes, establishes and communicates learning objectives, uses varied instructional techniques, and adapts instruction to students’ individual needs and abilities. The role includes assessing student achievement, maintaining records, protecting students and school property, collaborating with administrators, colleagues, and parents, and maintaining professional competence. The position works in an active, sometimes noisy school environment and may occasionally require short periods outdoors for tasks such as loading or unloading students from district transportation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Missouri teacher certificate in Family and Consumer Sciences (K–Grade 12).
Competence in teaching cooking, sewing, interior design, and childcare.
Ability to identify individual students’ needs and abilities and adapt instructional methods accordingly.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, and parents.
Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to communicate effectively, prepare clear lesson plans, analyze curriculum and assessment data, and maintain student records.
Ability to use instructional technology and district software as part of daily instruction.
Ability to speak, hear, move around a classroom, and read handwritten or printed material.
Consistent and regular attendance.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Three years of successful teaching experience.
Professional and friendly demeanor and demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of individuals in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement a program of study using district-approved curricular documents.
Prepare for assigned classes and provide written evidence of preparation when requested by the immediate supervisor.
Guide learning toward curriculum goals and establish and communicate clear objectives for lessons and units.
Employ a variety of instructional techniques and use data-driven decision-making to address students’ individual needs, interests, and abilities.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students’ maturity and interests.
Collaborate positively and productively with administrators, colleagues, and parents.
Assess student accomplishments regularly and provide progress reports as required.
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
Strive to maintain and improve professional competence.
Perform other duties as needed to support the district’s mission and vision.
Integrate instructional technology and use district technology and software in accordance with district policies and procedures.