Business Education Teacher

JOB SUMMARY:

To develop in each pupil an understanding of our American business system and its place in the nation’s economy; to provide knowledge needed for intelligent consumption of business services; to develop practical business skills for personal use or for use in business occupation; and to encourage pupils to develop work and personal habits essential for success in business.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Additional duties may be assigned.

1. Teaches knowledge and skills in one or more of the following subjects to secondary pupils; typing, shorthand, note-taking, bookkeeping, record keeping, office procedures, merchandising, business communications, data processing, or basic business. Uses course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.
2. Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
3. Develops lesson plans and organizes daily classes so that demonstration, instruction, and practice can be completed within the allotted time.
4. Demonstrates skills such as shorthand and use of office machines and techniques such as those used in merchandising. Prepares appropriate instructional aids and display materials to enhance learning.
5. Instruct pupils in use, care, and safe operation of business machines. Makes minor adjustments and requests repairs to equipment as required.
6. Maintains an auditable record of pupil attendance and makes daily reports.
7. Controls assigned district-owned office equipment and supplies to prevent loss or abuse.
8. Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive environment in the laboratory-type classroom where several kinds of activities may be taking place simultaneously.
9. Instruct pupils in the importance of employers of accuracy, neatness, efficiency, resourcefulness, and good work habits.
10. Evaluates each pupil’s performance, knowledge, and skills in course being taught and prepares pupil progress reports and employment references.
11. Maintains continued contact with business community to keep in touch with job entry requirements and current business methods and equipment.
12. Evaluates, selects, and requisitions books, instructional aids, equipment, and instructional supplies and maintains required inventory records.
13. Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities.
14. Communicates with parents and school counselors on pupil progress.
15. Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned workday.
16. Participates in curriculum and other developmental programs.
17. Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities.

QUILIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

1. Appropriate Missouri Teaching Certification

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

1. Ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, and interact effectively with all aspects of the school community is required.
2. Ability to solve conflicts, maintain confidentiality and remain open to various ideas and viewpoints.

MATHMATICAL SKILLS:

1. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
2. Ability to use and teach mathematics commensurate with assigned position.

REASONING ABILITY:

1. Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines while complying with established policies and procedures of the building and district.
2. Identifies and resolve problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
3. Ability to concentrate, think, read and learn is necessary to perform the essential job duties

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Must have a physical exam and TB test prior to first day of work at the employer’s expense.
2. Demonstrate organizational ability and attention to detail.
3. Ability to provide assistance to the school community as necessary.
4. Ability to work independently.
5. Excellent human relation skills.
6. Knowledge of office equipment (computers, copiers, fax machine, and related items).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly sit, talk, listen, and respond.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.  The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee will regularly stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, precise hand-eye coordination and the ability to identify and distinguish colors.  Occasionally, the employee may lift up to 50 pounds, such as, to lift files, papers, and equipment.  The foregoing is not an exclusive list and the employee may be required to exceed the minimum physical demand specifications should the safety and security of students and staff be compromised.

The above physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job.  The noise level in the work environment is usually at a moderate to loud level with frequent interruptions.  The employee continuously interacts with students, staff and the public.  Travel may be necessary to various District buildings and/or other sites.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties.

The information contained in job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.

Business Education Teacher

Revised:  May 7, 2013