Teacher: Family & Consumer Science

Anne Arundel County Public Schools•Annapolis, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides instruction in Family & Consumer Science by developing, selecting, and modifying instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Supervises students in school-related settings and activities; prepares, administers, and corrects assessments; evaluates student performance and develops plans to improve it; and maintains required records. This posting creates a pool of candidates for future positions that may become available. The teacher plans and presents lessons, uses a range of instructional strategies and materials, and fosters an environment conducive to learning. The role includes maintaining classroom order, monitoring the use and care of equipment and facilities, counseling students, communicating with parents and students about progress, and participating in conferences, committees, and staff meetings. The teacher evaluates student progress, pursues continuing development in instructional methods and related areas, and takes necessary safety precautions to protect students and instructional materials. The position requires a bachelor's degree in a related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university and an educator certificate or license issued by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), or eligibility for one. No prior experience is required. The position is based in an office, school, or similar indoor environment. Work schedule information provided is 191 days, 10 months, and 7.5 hours worked.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university.
Hold or be eligible for an educator certificate or license issued by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE).
Knowledge of school organization, goals, and objectives, with emphasis on teaching techniques.
Knowledge of materials, current trends, and research in Family & Consumer Science.
Knowledge of and proficiency in technical areas of instruction.
Ability to speak and write effectively and deal effectively with students, staff, and parents.
Ability to use a variety of teaching styles to address the needs of diverse learners and infuse technology into the curriculum.
Familiarity or experience with electronic leave-reporting and substitute-requesting systems, electronic grade reporting or gradebooks, and electronic teacher-parent communication tools.
Ability to use instructional technology hardware and software.
Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with diverse populations.
Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications, such as video/web conferencing and Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint is preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and present lessons, assignments, and instructional materials.
Develop, select, and modify instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students.
Use appropriate strategies, including lectures, group discussions, demonstrations, modeling, and multimedia teaching aids.
Create an atmosphere conducive to effective learning and supervise students in school-related settings.
Monitor the appropriate use and care of equipment, materials, and facilities.
Maintain classroom order and discipline conducive to learning.
Maintain attendance and grade records as required by Board Policy and Administrative Regulation.
Prepare, administer, and correct evaluations and assessments, and record results.
Counsel students when academic or adjustment problems arise.
Confer with parents and students regarding student progress and problems; arrange and participate in conferences as necessary.
Serve on special committees and participate in staff and faculty meetings, providing input on instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
Evaluate student progress using appropriate assessment techniques.
Improve knowledge and skills in current trends, research, instructional methods, technology, multicultural content, problem solving, and interdisciplinary connections.
Take necessary safety precautions to protect students and instructional materials.
Perform other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.