What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAPS Business Teacher - Business Strand (2025 - 2026) position at Andover Public Schools?
- Building and maintaining business partnerships and mentorship connections for students
- Creating marketing materials for the CAPS program with student involvement
- Working with the Communications Department to develop articles about CAPS for school publications
- Keeping the Andover staff and community informed about the program
- Recruit and develop strong connections with business and industry partners
- Secure valuable investments in the program such as:
- Input for curriculum development
- Guest speakers
- Guest instructors
- Mentorship opportunities
- Internship programs
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university
- Current Kansas State Teaching License on file in the District Office.
- Desire to continue career improvement.
- Facilitate the personal, social and intellectual development of students.
- Establish a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of students.
- Ensure that all activities conform to district guidelines.
- Communicate effectively with all members of the school district and community.
- Work effectively with community organizations.
- React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.
- Support the philosophy and mission of USD 385.
- Plan and implement effective lessons, using time, materials and resources effectively.
- Motivate students through effective communication and evaluative feedback.
- Display a thorough knowledge of curriculum and subject matter.
- Demonstrate awareness of the needs of students and provide for individual differences.
- Set high expectations for student achievement and behavior.
- Demonstrate effective interpersonal relationships with others.
- Establish and maintain a positive climate for learning through appropriate classroom management.
- Maintain current curriculum and instructional practices.
- Coordinate and supervise field trips.
- Assist with the activities of student organizations.
- Attend and assist when necessary with school events such a musical programs, athletics, student recognition ceremonies, graduation and open hours.
- See that district policies are observed during all activities.
- Obtain advance approval of the principal for all activities and expenditures.
- Adhere to all district health and safety policies including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
- Other duties as assigned by the principal or other administrative staff, which are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications of the position.
- Requires the ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods.
- Occasionally requires the ability to manually move, lift, carry, pull or push heavy objects or materials.
- Occasionally requires the ability to stoop, bend and/or reach.
- Must be able to work indoors and outdoors year-round.
- Must be able to work in noisy and crowded environments.
- Requires regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job.
JobID: 1533
Position Type:
High School Teaching
High School Teaching
Date Posted:
2/18/2025
2/18/2025
Location:
Andover CAPS
Andover CAPS
Date Available:
08/04/2025
Andover Center for Advanced Professional Studies (Andover CAPS)08/04/2025
CAPS Business Teaching Position: Help students learn key business skills across different fields like economics, finance, leadership, and marketing. Provide learning experiences that match students' career goals and interests.
Responsibilities include:
Main objectives involve partnering with the CAPS director and business development director to:
The role also requires carefully identifying, evaluating, and selecting mentor, speaker, and internship opportunities that will benefit students' professional development.
Endorsement requirements:: Professional Teaching License in one of the following areas Business Economics or Business Law or Office Practices or Business Education Comprehensive or Business or Bookkeeping OR Non-traditional educators may apply for a CTE Specialized Certificate via KSDE. Please contact Brian Gregoire @Gregoirb@usd385.org if you have questions to see if you background qualifies for this position and CTE Specialized Certificate.
General Teaching Position Job Description:
Purpose: Creates a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social, and intellectual development of students. In order to respond to the individual needs and abilities of students, the Classroom Instructor must work closely with other staff and the administration of USD385.
Qualifications:
Date: February 18th, 2025
Essential Functions:
