Teacher - Business Education - REPOST
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Position Type: Middle School/Business Education Teacher Date Posted: 10/28/2024Location: Springer Middle SchoolDate Available: To be determinedClosing Date: Until FilledDistrict: Brandywine School District Position Title: Business Education Teacher-Middle School Supervisory Position: No FLSA Status: NonExempt Terms of Employment: 10 Months/Year Benefits Type: Benefited - Regular Full-Time Reports To: Building Principal Salary: Commensurate with the Brandywine School District's Teacher Salary Schedule (Based on verified full-time experience) To Apply: Click Apply designated near the Job ID on the main employment web page for complete application instructions. Job Goal; Business teachers develop in each pupil an understanding of business systems and their place in the national/international economy. They instruct students in the intelligent consumption of business services; develop practical business skills for personal use or use in business occupations; and encourage pupils to develop work and personal habits essential for business success. Teaches knowledge and skills in one or more of the following subjects to secondary pupils; basic business skills including but not limited to: computer applications, entrepreneurship, introductory economics, introductory marketing, introductory accounting, and financial literacy. Maintains knowledge about and contacts with the business community to keep current on job entry requirements and current business methods. Uses course of study as determined by the Department of Curriculum and Instruction. Job Qualifications:

Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Education and/or specified subject;

Possess or be eligible for educator licensure and/or certification in Delaware for Business Education;

Mastery of the necessary content knowledge and skills to successfully teach assigned content area(s) and grade level(s) and deliver exceptional standards-based instruction in an assigned content area(s) and grade level(s) that ensures academic growth for all students, including those with special needs;

Proficiency in automated student information systems for progress and grade reporting and classwork documentation and ability to integrate technology into instructional delivery;

Exceptional classroom management, organization, planning, instructional delivery, leadership, and technical skills; and the ability to utilize differentiated instructional methods to engage students in positive learning experiences;

Outstanding ability to motivate and build relationships with students and parents to promote student achievement and strengthen community partnerships;

Commendable history of effective leadership, extra-curricular participation, an acceptable attendance record, and exemplary performance.

Essential Functions:

Develop daily and unit lesson plans and a scope and sequence that are thoughtful, goal-oriented, and aligned with curriculum and integrate technology; maintain the pace of learning and provide opportunities for student differences, and check for student understanding and convey appropriately high expectations for students.

Carefully plan for substitute teachers when unable to attend school and relate lessons to the state content standards in the core content areas as well as in specific content areas;

Create and maintain a classroom environment to encourage all students to be engaged and work toward meeting the standards; maintain accurate, thorough records of student achievement and behavioral performance; and complete progress and grade reports promptly and as scheduled using automated systems;

Promote a high rate of student interest and provide prompt and specific feedback in a constructive manner and opportunities for active participation; demonstrate fairness and consistency in dealing with students; and speak and write, correctly, and at an appropriate level for student understanding, this includes advising a career and technical student organization;

Comply with policies, regulations, and procedures of school district and building; communicate effectively with parents and work collaboratively with staff;

Display high-level professional conduct and image at all times; establish and maintain an acceptable attendance record; and participate in extra-curricular activities and/or leadership roles outside the classroom;

Continue to grow as a professional educator with classes/workshops for professional development in specific areas of interest and/or need and coaching and feedback from administrators and peers.

Perform other duties and/or complete special projects as assigned.

Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, use hands to the finger(s), handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, use fingers to type and/or write; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close, distance, and color vision, peripheral and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 pounds. If lifting over this weight is necessary, the assistance of a second person is required. The physical demands of this position will also include the ability of the individual to perform all of the essential functions and related responsibilities of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Work Environment: This position normally performs the majority of work in a school building or work office environment. Brandywine School District Employee Responsibilities: All employees of the Brandywine School District are expected as a requirement of their specific job function to:

Represent one's self and the District positively and professionally consistent with a personal commitment to fulfilling the District's mission statement and core values while displaying service and involvement, creativity and innovation, dignity and respect, personal and professional integrity, and a duty to safeguard sensitive or confidential information from intentional or unintentional disclosure.

Interact and work cooperatively with students, parents, staff, and the district community in a timely and courteous manner.

Maintain current working knowledge of policies and regulations necessary to answer work-related and general information questions.

Achieve and maintain professional standards required and/or desirable for professional accreditation in the chosen profession.

Participate in school/departmental activities, meetings, and/or committees to advance District initiatives and foster personal input and professional teamwork, and assist the District in achieving the goals of the strategic plan.

Abide by all Federal and State laws, Board policies, and District regulations.

Perform other duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor(s).

Note: The District has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.