Health Science (CTE)

Health Science Instructor

Bessemer City School System

Job Title: Health Science Teacher

Supervised by: Principal, Director of Career Technical Education

Job Goals:

• To implement an educational program for the designated grade level and career technical subject area using the current designated course of study.
• To serve as an integral part of the school system, facilitating instruction and career development opportunities for students.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. An associate’s degree as a healthcare professional related to health science from a

regionally accredited institution of postsecondary or higher education, and an Alabama

license in the health profession of any of the below:

Athletic Trainer (not Personal Trainer) ATC

Paramedic Paramedic

Occupational Therapist OT, OT/L, OTR/L, or LOTR

Physical Therapist PT or RPT

Physician MD or DO

Physician Assistant PA

***Registered Nurse RN

***Nurse Practitioner CRNP

Respiratory Therapist RPT or CRT

*** Applicants who will be filling a position at a school that offers a Certified Nurse Aide

Training Program must employ a teacher who is a registered nurse or a nurse practitioner

and the applicant must have two years of nursing experience, and one must be in long-term

care/geriatric services.

2. Completion of all state requirements to gain teacher certification.

3. Ability to meet suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under

the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.

4. Ability to develop and implement curriculum and programming specific to the needs of

students at the designated grade level(s) and in the designated content

area(s)/subject(s).

5. Proficiency in oral and written communication skills.

6. Effective interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on communication and collaboration

with a wide variety of people and groups.

7. Ability to solve problems as a productive team member.

8. Ability to use technology to communicate, to plan and provide instruction, to facilitate

student learning, to manage data, and to produce/submit required reports,

correspondence, and/or financial information.

9. Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity to perform job responsibilities.

10. Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance.

11. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require.

Performance Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

1. Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals, and priorities.

2. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of career technical education in the

subject/field/cluster assigned.

3. Demonstrates knowledge of current educational research and implements best

instructional practices.

4. Utilizes technology to plan and provide instruction and facilitate student learning.

5. Models appropriate and innovative use of technology for students.

6. Facilitates and monitors the integration of technology in the classroom.

7. Creates or selects long-range instructional plans based on a review of system and state

curriculum priorities, student profiles, and instructional priorities.

8. Defines goals and objectives for long-range instructional, departmental, and daily lesson

plans.

9. Sequences content and activities appropriately; paces lessons and instruction to

encourage student achievement.

10. Instructs students in the use, care, maintenance, and safe operation of program

equipment and tools in the assigned field of instruction.

11. Maintains contact with business/industry community to keep abreast of job entry

requirements, current technology and practices in the designated content field, and for

student referrals and placements.

12. Develops, implements, and revises instructional plans and lessons according to Business

and Industry Certification (BIC) standards.

13. Establishes and maintains a learning environment in which students are actively

engaged in the learning process.

14. Provides instruction in workplace skills (e.g., punctuality, interpersonal relationships,

leadership, problem-solving, ethics, and good work habits).

15. Establishes a Career Technical Advisory Committee following the Business Industry

Certification guidelines to determine program needs and to maintain positive

business/industry relationships.

16. Interprets and uses data (including but not limited to standardized and other test

results) for instructional planning and program evaluation.

17. Uses ongoing assessment, traditional and alternative, to monitor student progress, to

verify that learning is occurring, and to adjust curriculum and instruction.

18. Provides feedback to students about the appropriateness of responses and quality of

work with a focus on improving student performance.

19. Administers standardized tests and credentialing assessments in accordance with

directions provided, including proctoring and secure handling of materials.

20. Communicates high learning expectations for all students.

21. Engages in continuing improvement of professional knowledge and skills.

22. Supports school improvement initiatives by active participation in school activities,

events, ceremonies, services, and programs.

23. Attends local, state, and national staff development programs, workshops, and

conferences to improve professional performance and knowledge as requested.

24. Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters in accordance with state

and federal law.

25. Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems and/or opportunities for

improvement in areas of responsibility.

26. Responds to inquiries and requests in a timely and positive manner.

27. Maintains and submits required reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and

accurate manner.

28. Properly uses and cares for equipment and material resources of the school system.

29. Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and

state, federal, and local laws.

30. Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures.

31. Performs any other job-related duties as assigned by the Supervisor(s).

32. Serves as the sponsor for an affiliated career and technical education student

organization relevant to the program area to integrate leadership skills and to

participate in educational and competitive events.

33. Works with guidance personnel in the recruitment of students.

34. Provides related instruction with laboratory, or other occupational experience that is

appropriate to the student's career objectives.

Terms of Employment: As established by the Board and applicable state law.

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the Board’s policy on evaluation

of personnel.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position.

It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities, and the employee may be

required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Jefferson County Board of Education reserves the right to

amend the job description as needed.