GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK

Under the supervision of the Principal, the Health and Medical Sciences Teacher performs instructional duties to high school students enrolled in the intro to Health & Medical Sciences course curriculum. Conduct and manage a classroom and practical laboratory for teaching the related skills to high school students. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Train, supervise, and evaluate students as they practice healthcare skills in the classroom and clinical setting
• Assist students to apply knowledge and skills learned in health and medical sciences training curriculum to care for patients
• Assist students to gain mastery in skill competency, clinical reasoning, and professional practice
• Maintain OSHA, HIPAA and regulatory requirements in all classroom and clinical settings
• Support and demonstrate commitment to the mission, vision, core principles, and policies of the Danville Public Schools
• Adhere to all district policies, procedures, and business ethics codes
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and clearly and concisely communicate those objectives to students
• Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials compatible with the division’s basic instructional philosophy and congruent with course standards; provide individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student and subgroups of students.
• Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs; incorporate new and emerging technology into the instructional process
• Organize class time so that preparation, instruction, lab work, and cleanup are all accomplished, as applicable
• Create a welcoming, supportive, challenging, and engaging learning environment for students; encourage cooperation among students
• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and the community
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and needs; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with co-workers relative to school matters
• Develop and ensure course licensing or certification requirements are completed for the course accreditation process
• Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities
• Participate in additional days of occupational-related instructional training (including, but not limited to: SkillsUSA competitions, teacher certification attainment, industry certification training, etc.)
• Evaluate students' academic and social growth, prepare report cards, and keep appropriate records, including attendance reports, checklists, census forms, and other recordkeeping activities as necessary
• Administer testing in accordance with division and State testing practices and requirements
• Instruct students on appropriate safety measures and expectations; demonstrate and teach students about the use of eye protection, safety guards, and the proper use and safe operation of tools, machines, and equipment, as applicable
• Manage the classroom to ensure the best use of instructional time; develop and implement appropriate classroom management strategies while maintaining high expectations for student behavior
• Work with post-secondary institutions to adhere to Dual Enrollment agreements, as applicable
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and serve on staff committees
• Facilitate Career and Technical Education (CTE) program advisory committee meetings
• Sponsor the local chapter of their respective Career & Technical Student Organization (CTSO); encourage and assist students in competition preparation
• Coordinate and oversee Work-Based Learning (WBL) experiences
• Foster workplace readiness skills by strategically integrating Virginia’s 5Cs (critical thinking, creative thinking, communication, collaboration, and citizenship) skills into daily lesson plans 
• Participate in and provide business partners for the CTE Advisory Board
• Perform other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of principles, concepts, and basic career information related to health and medical sciences
• Knowledge of steps to prepare students for obtaining credentials, as applicable
• General knowledge of the PreK-12 educational philosophy, especially the importance of school attendance
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and with a variety of groups
• Ability to use various industry equipment and classroom tools such as computers, copiers, calculators, and electrical equipment for children, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate well both orally and in writing, to include preparing various correspondence, reports, handbooks, forms, lists, instructional materials, etc., using a prescribed format
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Must be detail-oriented and have excellent interpersonal communication skills and phone etiquette

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching license with appropriate endorsement. Must hold a current, unrestricted certification as a Registered Nurse through the Commonwealth of Virginia. AHA CPR and First Aid Instructor certification preferred.  

• DUAL ENROLLMENT EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT - Bachelor’s in teaching field or Associate’s in the teaching field with demonstrated competency in teaching field; two years’ related occupational experience

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS AND WORK CONTACTS

Work is typically performed in the school setting. Significant standing, walking, moving, and bending are required. Occasional lifting up to 40 pounds and other physical activities required, depending on the subject area taught. Handle trade workers' equipment and materials and exert a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, as applicable. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential tasks. Daily contact is made with teachers, other employees, students, administrators, and the general public in person and often by telephone, email and/or in writing.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

11 months (220 days); 7.5 hours per day

EVALUATION

Performance evaluation will be conducted annually by the Principal on the effectiveness by which the employee has carried out the above responsibilities.

COURSES

• Introduction to Healthcare Science
• Essentials of Healthcare
• Patient Care Fundamentals
• Essentials of Healthcare
• Allied Health and Medicine
• Emergency Medical Technician
• Introduction to Health and Medical Sciences
• Medical Terminology
• Nurse Aide I
• Nurse Aide II

This job description is intended to reflect the position’s activities and requirements accurately. It is neither intended to be nor should it be construed as an all-inclusive list of the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. The administration reserves the right to modify, assign or remove duties as necessary.

Salary : $47,964 - $73,963