Family And Consumer Science Teacher - High School

Duties

Position / Title: Family & Consumer Sciences Teacher Bargaining Unit: ETA Department/Location: Family & Consumer Sciences Calendar Days: 184 Reports To: Building Principal JD Revision Date: 03/28/2023 Supervises: N/A

Function / Position Summary

To deliver instruction in one or more areas of Family & Consumer Sciences (Culinary Arts & Hospitality, Child Development & Education) that engages students in integrated content learning and technical skill development needed for post-secondary and career success as well as obtaining Industry Recognized Credentials.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Plans a program of study that follows district guidelines and, 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.

• Display 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/targets for all lessons, units, and projects that are clearly communicated to students.

• Utilize instruction technology and electronic resources to develop student centered learning opportunities.

• Integrate technical, literacy, math and science skill development to provide relevant learning opportunities for all students.

• Implements school improvement plans and strategies.

• Collaborates with colleagues, students, community members, and/or parents on a regular basis, and as requested by the administration.

• Implements building and district assessments in order to monitor student achievement, and communicates progress to students and parents.

• Sets high expectations for student achievement and behavior and motivates students to work to their highest potential.

• Assists in the referral and diagnosis of students with learning difficulties, seeking assistance from other school personnel as required by Response to Intervention.

• Works cooperatively with building administrator(s) in assessing his/her teaching strengths and weaknesses, and planning and implementing a program to improve his/her teaching competencies.

• Participates on curriculum, personnel, policy or professional development committees related to the educational program.

• May require facilitation of student run business.

• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law and district policy through the adopted student information system.

• Assists administration in implementing student discipline policies and maintains order in assigned area(s) in a fair and just manner.

• Possible participation in co-curricular student and organizations and competitions.

• Participation in Regional/ District advisory councils.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the principal, or other administrative staff.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education, Major: Family and Consumer Science, Focus: Culinary Arts from an accredited university.

• Illinois educator license.

Experience / Knowledge

• 2000 hours related work experience preferred.

• Teaching experience preferred but not required.

Salary/Benefits

Terms of Employment

• This is a 9-month position.

• Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education.

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.applitrack.com/u46/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=High+School+Teacher&subcategory=FACS

Email Address

humanresources@u-46.org

School District

https://www.u-46.org/

Position Website

https://www.applitrack.com/u46/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=High+School+Teacher&subcategory=FACS

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Job Posting Date

5/1/2024

Start Date

8/7/2024