What are the responsibilities and job description for the Anticipated Family & Consumer Science Teacher (2025-26 School Year) position at Kennett High School?
Kennett Consolidated School District is seeking a dynamic teacher who will nurture, prepare, and empower ALL students and staff to succeed in their academic, social, and emotional journey. A teacher who exhibits a belief in the importance of relationships and resiliency through a student-centered approach will be able to successfully support the district’s mission and vision.
Kennett's uniquely diverse student population makes applicants considered to be fluent or bilingual highly sought. Applicants with at least three (3) Spanish courses at the college/university level or who have a command of conversational Spanish are encouraged to apply.
Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) is a field of study focused on the science and art of living and working well in our complex world including but not limited to family and consumer sciences, career exploration, community and family connections, consumer and family resource management, parenting and child development, food, nutritional and wellness, as well as family and interpersonal relationships.
POSITION TITLE: Anticipated Family & Consumer Science Teacher
REPORTS TO: Principal
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required: Must hold an active PA teaching certificate in Family and Consumer Sciences, PK-12;
must be able to obtain clean clearances (Acts 34, 114, 151, and 168);
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
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Participate in curriculum review and design.
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Implement a variety of effective instructional strategies consistent with lesson objectives.
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Diagnose and evaluates student abilities and progress in a timely and consistent manner.
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Monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.
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Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
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Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
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Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
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Effectively implement district initiatives.
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Effectively collaborate with department and grade level teachers.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Attend meetings and performs duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors.
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
- Serve on committees as assigned.
Excellent medical benefits, state pension, and tuition reimbursement.
KCSD believes in its programs and wants its employees to believe in them as well. KCSD employees are permitted to have their children attend our schools regardless of residency in another district or state.
District retains the right to screen, interiew, and hire candidate prior to closing date of posting.
