Academy of Hospitality and Tourism Teacher

We are deeply committed to an inclusive curriculum and school community that reflects the diversity of our student population. We strive to have the highest quality educators and encourage applications from candidates representing a broad range of skills and diverse backgrounds. We seek candidates who are dedicated to inclusion and have a clear interest in being part of the richness of diversity that the New Bedford Public Schools community has to offer.SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATIONProvide rigorous lessons aligned to the National Academy Foundation curriculum for the Academy of Hospitality that promote independent thinking, creative problem solving, and intellectual curiosity for all students. EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: 1.Participation in a student teaching practicum as part of a college/university teacher training program2.Minimum three years industry experience in hospitality and tourism desired3.Familiarity with curriculum and instructional strategies as it relates to the career pathway of Hospitality and TourismMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS1.Minimum of Bachelors Degree.2.Licensed by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education 3.SEI Endorsement OR Licensed as an ESL Educator by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.4.A demonstrated belief that each and every student can achieve at high levels.5.A demonstrated dedication to lifelong learning, reflection, and continued personal and professional growth.6.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.7.Outstanding interpersonal and collaborative teamwork skills.8.Bilingual in Spanish or multilingual and bicultural strongly recommended.

• Such alternatives to the above as deemed appropriate by the Superintendent.PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) include sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods, reaching, fine manual dexterity, pushing, pulling, talking, hearing, near and far visual acuity, depth perception, and field of vision.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: NoneOVERTIME ELIGIBLE: NOCERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) requirements: Business (5-12)KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge: Demonstrated expertise in curriculum content connected to successful employability within the communications career pathway of Hospitality and TourismSkills: Experienced in delivering instruction connected to career technical skills within the National Academy Foundation for Hospitality and Tourism, including skill-based instruction in the content area, employability, entrepreneurial, digital literacy, academic integration and workplace safety. Abilities: Attention to detail and ability to evaluate student competencies in HospitalityEXAMPLES OF PERFORMANCE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Plan and implement instruction to ensure that all students meet and exceed State Frameworks2. Use of data to inform instruction, to track student progress and to track progress of self through self-evaluation and goal setting3.

Deliver engaging, targeted instruction that meets MA DESE Standards for effective teaching4. Differentiate services and instruction to meet variety of student learning needs and strengths5. Maintain active communication with students families in support of their learning and to communicate with families consistently and regularly throughout the school year about their childrens academic and social progress6. Assess student performance using formal, summative, and portfolio assessments to drive instruction7.

Perform other duties as assigned by the principalTERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: In accordance with the Unit A contractThis description may be changed at any time