What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School Business Teacher position at Town of Andover?
The Digital Learning Teacher is a high school teaching position in Digital Learning which provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in both marketing and entrepreneurship.
This position will deliver industry-based instruction that develops student competencies leading to postsecondary education and employment. Students explore the basic principles of business, including business law, marketing & finance, cost-benefit analysis, supply and demand, entrepreneurship and bookkeeping.
Provide instruction for Marketing and Entrepreneurship Courses.
Be familiar with and teach the fundamentals of entrepreneurship (e.g., concept generation and development, business planning and goal setting, initial investment partnerships, networking, start-up logistics, etc.)
Work cooperatively with other staff members at the school.
Communicate as needed with school guidance counselors, parents and administrators.
Assess and report student performance to parents.
Recommend improvements for the program.
Recommend scheduling and facility needs.
Massachusetts certification in Instructional Technology Specialist, K-12 or a Teacher of Business, 5-12, Initial (preferred).Previous secondary teaching experience (preferred).
Demonstrated ability to utilize Socratic approach and to incorporate thinking skills in instruction.
Demonstrated understanding of appropriate class management skills.
Competency working in a culturally diverse environment or the willingness to acquire these skills.
Andover Public Schools (APS) seeks candidates who embody our ethos, which includes valuing the identities of all students, high expectations for all students, teaching excellence, collaboration, innovation, respect, and responsibility.APS is committed to hiring and supporting a racially and ethnically diverse faculty and staff. Racially and ethnically diverse teachers produce a myriad of positive outcomes for all students, especially the most historically marginalized students.
