Technology Education Teacher

POSITION TYPE:
Exempt

PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Assume responsibility for the planning and delivery of instruction designed for student learning in the classroom

and the school.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Holds a professional license with a teaching endorsement at the appropriate level (middle and high school)

Must be able to instruct in these areas: Construction Technology, Sustainable Technology, Renewable Energy

Demonstrates professional and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with student parents, school personnel, and members of the community

Ability to move about in room to monitor students and check work in classrooms with varied seating and desk organization patterns

Ability to monitor and ensure appropriate student behavior

Possesses high moral standards and integrity

REPORTS TO:
School administrator

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and the times designated

Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students

Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning, correlated to the Standards of Learning, and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students

Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor

Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior; model appropriate communication skills by using standard grammar, good diction, and correct spelling

Employ ETS lesson plan to guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals, and in harmony with the goals, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects; communicate these objectives to students

Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved

Strive to implement by instruction and action the county's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives stated in the Standards of Quality, Standards of Learning, and the school division's curriculum

Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required

Diagnose the learning difficulties of students on a regular basis, seeking assistance of county specialists as required

Take all necessary and responsible precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, county policy, and administrative regulation

Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct; develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure; maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner; demonstrate the ability to handle unforeseen problems effectively

Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s), cooperatively with department heads, and evaluate their job performance

Make provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside of the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms

Strive to maintain and improve professional competence; meet technology competencies as approved by the Board

Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees as required

Cooperate, relate well with associates, and reflect appropriate appearance, personality, and self-control

Other duties as assigned by the administration or Board

REQUIREMENTS:
Involves limited physical tasks including lifting, and may involve the operation of equipment such as computers,

copiers, overhead projectors, etc.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Based on teacher salary scale and years' experience

EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of

Personnel