TEACHER BUSINESS (0.1 INTRO TO BUS)

Function / Position Summary
To deliver instruction that engages students in integrated content learning and technical skill development needed for post-secondary and career success as well as Professional Certifications.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Plans a program of study that follows district guidelines and, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students.
• Implements researched-based teaching strategies that engage all students; acknowledging a range of abilities of students and cultural backgrounds.
• Creates an environment conducive to learning and motivates students through effective communication and evaluative feedback.
• Displays a thorough knowledge of curriculum and subject matter.
• Plans for and guides the learning process toward the mastery of curriculum goals, and establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects that are clearly communicated to students.
• Utilizes instruction technology and electronic resources to develop student centered learning opportunities.
• Integrates technical, literacy, math and science skill development to provide relevant. STEM learning opportunities for all students.
• 2000 hours related work experience preferred.
• Implements school improvement plans and strategies.
• Collaborates with colleagues, students, and/or parents on a regular basis, and as requested by the administration.
• As appropriate, implements assessments of student progress and communicates progress to students and parents.
• Sets high expectations for student achievement and behavior and motivates students to work to their highest potential.
• May require facilitation of student run business.
• Assists in the referral and diagnosis of students with learning difficulties, seeking assistance from other school personnel as required.
• Work cooperatively with building principal and/or director in assessing his/her teaching strengths and weaknesses, and planning and implementing a program to improve his/her teaching competencies.
• Participate on curriculum, personnel, policy or professional development committees related to the educational program.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law and district policy.
• Assists administration in implementing student discipline policies and maintains order in area(s) assigned and/or supervised in a fair and just manner.
• Participation in co-curricular student organizations/competitions.
• Participation in Regional/District Advisory Committees and development/sustaining of articulated agreements/programs of study.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the principal, or other administrative staff.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education, Major: Business, Focus: Global Business from an accredited university.
• Illinois educator license.

Experience / Knowledge

• Related work experience preferred.
• Teaching experience is preferred, but not necessary for hiring.

Physical Demands

• Requires prolonged sitting or standing.
• Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials.
• Occasional stooping, bending, and reaching.

Terms of Employment

• This is a 10-month position.
• Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education.
• The starting salary for this role is $60,689.