Teacher, Health Science

Sarasota County Schools • Sarasota, FL

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About The Position

The Teacher, Health Science provides an educational atmosphere in which students can pursue intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth in accordance with District philosophy, goals, and objectives. The teacher implements and assesses the assigned career and technical education (CTE) instructional program at Suncoast Technical College, promotes student achievement and program completion, and supports students’ placement in the local workforce. The position supervises secondary dual-enrolled and post-secondary students. It may require limited responsibilities beyond the regular school day for career and technical student organizations such as SkillsUSA and HOSA.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or a degree and at least three years of experience in the CTE field of the subject area.
• Certified or certifiable by the district as a career and technical education instructor in the appropriate subject area, or eligible for a state-issued certificate.
• Certification in the career and technical subject area or another appropriate national certification approved by the Florida Department of Education.
• Ability to manage large groups.
• Demonstrated proactive orientation.
• Knowledge of the CTE subject area, regulations, and codes.
• In-depth knowledge of equipment necessary or typically used in the CTE area.
• Knowledge of research, current trends, and best practices in the CTE subject area.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations, administration, and staff at Suncoast Technical College.
• Positive interpersonal skills.
• Skill in motivating and engaging students.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage time well.
• Good listening skills.
• Ability to meet, on a limited basis, responsibilities beyond the regular school day for career/technical student organizations such as SkillsUSA and HOSA.

Responsibilities

• Promote the highest possible student CTE achievement, including program completion and placement into the local workforce.
• Implement and assess the assigned CTE instructional program at Suncoast Technical College.
• Oversee the student CTE testing program for the career subject area.
• Follow student-conduct guidelines and implement disciplinary procedures and policies that ensure a safe and orderly environment.
• Ensure instructional curricula align with District, State, and Suncoast Technical College goals and frameworks.
• Maintain and model high standards of professional conduct.
• Set high standards and expectations for self, others, and the school.
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• Supervise secondary dual-enrolled and post-secondary students.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED