What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Science Technologies Teacher - Career and Technical Education (RN preferred) position at Exeter SAU 16?
Health Science Technologies Teacher
Position Summary
Position Summary
Under the general supervision of the Principal or designee, the Health Science teacher maximizes the learning experience of students enrolled in the Health Science program. The teacher utilizes a district-approved curriculum developed from the State of NH Career and Technical Education (CTE) competencies and the NH Board of Nursing (BON) to meet the academic, interpersonal, and career-focused goals of all students. The teacher models and teaches the proper techniques, use of tools/equipment, and skills through theory-based instruction and hands-on practice in the Health Science lab. The teacher will also provide clinical experience to a cohort of LNA students at a BON-approved location. The teacher will coordinate the LNA program and work collaboratively with another clinical instructor as needed. The teacher will provide a multi-faceted program that offers a myriad of opportunities for growth for all students in the Health Science program. This posting is to fill a recent opening. We will consider long-term substitutes and applicants interested in a permanent position.
Essential Core Values
- Is student-centered and believes all students can learn at high levels.
- Believes that helping all students grow socially, emotionally, and mentally well is important to the process of academic rigor.
- Believes in encouraging diverse thinking and seeking different perspectives from many different stakeholders.
- Values diversity, inclusion, and equity in all decisions.
- Appreciates and respects all beliefs and differences while working to provide harmony for those differences to coexist.
- Understands and can implement the 7 Principles of Competency-Based Education.
Essential Functions
CTE-Specific Functions
CTE-Specific Functions
- Comply with the CTE safety program.
- Supervise storage and use of school-owned materials, equipment, tools, and donated materials to prevent loss or abuse.
- Prepare short and long-term budgets and assist with the procurement of supplies and equipment specific to their program.
- Develop and maintain industry partnerships to ensure that the program is aligned with industry needs.
- Develop and maintain student opportunities for internships, coop, job shadows, and other work-based learning opportunities.
- Work with post-secondary institutions to provide dual enrollment opportunities for students.
- Participate in at least two Advisory Committee meetings per year.
- Satisfy all program-specific requirements of Perkins IV.
- Work with CTE staff to fulfill the mission of Career and Technical Education.
- Student Enterprises – Teachers with student enterprises are expected to serve as the CEO and CFO of those organizations.
- CTSO – Teachers with CTSOs are expected to serve as an advisor for organizations aligned with their program.
- Establish and maintain standards of pupil contact needed to provide an orderly, safe, and productive environment in an activity-type classroom with many potential hazards.
- Instruct pupils in the use of eye protection and safety guards, and in the use, care, and safe operation of tools, machines, and equipment.
- Maintain a safe and comfortable room and lab environment by control of facility layout, materials storage, lighting, heating, and ventilation to the extent possible.
General Teaching Functions
- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping.
- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of current education and instructional theories, methodologies, techniques, and best practices as related to instruction and curriculum at the appropriate learning level.
- Knowledge of curriculum design, lesson development, and personalized learning for regular and special education, as well as elementary, middle, and high school levels.
- Knowledge of current educational technology trends in a competency-based education environment.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, parents, and others.
- Ability to demonstrate strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of cultural diversity and inclusivity as related to student performance educational practices.
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable.
- Knowledge of differentiated instruction based on student learning styles.
- Knowledge of instructional technologies and software, equipment, tools, and devices.
- Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
- Ability to organize and coordinate work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents.
- Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal or designee.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive for every task or responsibility.
Work Schedule
Standard teacher work schedule as set forth in the Teachers' Barganing Unit Contract.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Qualifications Profile
Certification/License:
- Certification/ License: NH State Teaching Certification or NH Statement of Eligibility for Teaching Certification/ NH Registered Nurse
Education:
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in the field of nursing
- At least 5 years of successful prior experience as an RN with 2 years in long-term care.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above, in addition to the following:
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is regularly required to see, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use their hands to manipulate, handle, or feel. The employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The Employee must occasionally move equipment and/or supplies. The job is performed for the most part in an office or school setting with occasional outside weather conditions. The noise level is that of a typical school. Mental demands require decision-making, analytical and organizational skills in order to achieve work objectives, draw daily operational conclusions, solve practical problems, use computer technology, and present information for use by the administration in making decisions.Application Procedure
All resumes will be screened and selected candidates will participate in a thorough interview process
- Please apply online
- Applications will be considered only when a cover letter, resume, three letters of recommendation, certification and undergraduate and graduate transcripts have been attached to your online application.
All resumes will be screened and selected candidates will participate in a thorough interview process
