Business/Digital Literacy Teacher

This unique position will be split between Dracut High School and the Greenmont Avenue Elementary School. At Dracut High School, two courses in Digital Applications will be taught and at the Greenmont, Digital Literacy will be taught. DIGITAL APPLICATIONS (Dracut High School): This course will teach students skills necessary for the 21st century world. Students will learn Microsoft Office, Google Apps and other web based resources. Students will expand their current technological skills and develop new expertise in digital tools. Topics include creating a digital portfolio, digital citizenship, technology operations, and information fluency. DIGITAL LITERACY (Greenmont): SUMMARY: To teach digital literacy skills in support of the integration of technology into the lives of students as well as to support learning in school settings. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Teaches skills, knowledge and scientific attitudes through courses in technology education and literacy to students utilizing curriculum designated by the school district Develops lesson plans and supplementary materials compatible with the basic instructional philosophy to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student and subgroups of students Maintain and advance the knowledge of digital learning resources and educational technologies to support teaching and learning Instructs students in subject matter specified in the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks Plans a technology education program involving demonstrations, discussions and student experiments; organizes activities for optimal learning Instructs students in the proper use, care and safe handling of equipment Evaluates academic and social growth of students, prepares report cards and keeps appropriate records to include attendance reports, checklists, and other record keeping activities as necessary Manages class operations by creating a positive class environment delivering instruction effectively by establishing high expectations for all students, presenting material in a developmentally appropriate manner Communicates with parents regarding student progress Supervises students in assigned out of classroom activities during the working day Models ethical behavior, skills proficiency and responsible use of online and educational technology resources Performs other related duties as assigned by the Principal REPORTS TO: Building Principal WORK YEAR: 182 Days