PURPOSE

To deliver high-quality instruction in secondary business education—including finance, accounting, marketing, and entrepreneurship—and manage the Diversified Occupations (DO) program to connect classroom learning with real-world work-based learning experiences.

QUALIFICATIONS

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

· Bachelor’s degree in business education or related field.

· Preferred - Valid Pennsylvania Diversified Occupations Endorsement/Certification (or eligibility to obtain).

· Valid Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate in Business, Computer, and Information Technology (BCIT) PK-12 or relevant endorsement.

· Experience teaching high school level business curriculum

GENERAL

· Possess the ability to work cooperatively with others.

· Maturity and ability to deal effectively with students and staff.

· Self-motivated with the ability to work independently within the limits of assigned responsibilities.

· Understands the importance of and can practice confidentiality.

· Demonstrates knowledge of basic academic skills (reading, math, writing, spelling, and appropriate language usage).

· Comfortable with following specific rules and regulations as they apply to the discipline procedures of the building.

· Physical stamina necessary for occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.

· Receipt of current, favorable clearances including:

o Pennsylvania State Criminal History (Act 34)

o Federal Criminal History (FBI – Fingerprinting - Act 114)

o Pennsylvania Child Abuse (Act 151)

o Sexual Misconduct and Abuse Disclosures (Act 168).

REPORTABILITY

Reportable to the High School Principal and/or Designee.

EVALUATION

Completed by the High School Principal in accordance with district professional evaluation procedures.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

· Plan, prepare, and deliver rigorous instruction in high school business subjects, including personal finance, accounting, marketing, and entrepreneurship.

· Facilitate dual-enrollment College in High School (CHS) courses in partnership with affiliated colleges/universities, adhering strictly to post-secondary syllabi, grading scales, and academic standards.

· Coordinate, supervise, and evaluate the Diversified Occupations (DO) cooperative education program, matching eligible seniors with approved community work experiences.

· Conduct regular on-site visitations and evaluations at student employment locations to monitor workplace learning, safety, and performance.

· Maintain complete training agreements, training plans, wage/hour records, and safety documentation as mandated by state regulations for Diversified Occupations students.

· Teach school-based instructional components of the DO program, focusing on work ethic, labor laws, interview techniques, financial management, and career readiness.

· Monitor and evaluate individual student performance across academic business courses, CHS dual-enrollment modules, and work-based learning assignments.

· Incorporate adaptive instruction and accommodations for diverse learning styles, IEPs, and 504 plans.

· Utilize instructional technology, relevant business software, and modern educational tools to enhance student engagement.

· Communicate regularly with parents, school counselors, administration, and business partners regarding student progress and program developments.

· Perform such other duties as assigned by the building principal or designee.

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

· Occasional travel to school district offices and classrooms

· Frequent walking throughout building

· Often sitting at desk for extended periods

· Standing for limited periods of time

· Moderate lifting from 15 to 30 pounds

· Some carrying – up to 50 pounds

· Manual dexterity to use office equipment

SENSORY ABILITIES

· Visual acuity to read student papers, correspondences and computer screens

· Auditory acuity to be able to communicate with staff and students

· Ability to speak clearly and distinctly

WORK ENVIRONMENT

· Generally, classroom setting

TEMPERAMENT

· Ability to work as a member of a team

· Must be courteous and able to effectively communicate with staff and students

· Must be cooperative, congenial and service-oriented, and promote these qualities in the district

· Ability to work in an environment with frequent interruptions

COGNITIVE ABILITY

· Ability to follow written and verbal directions

· Ability to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision

· Ability to read, write and do computations

· Ability to use correct grammar, sentence structure and spelling

· Ability to compose clear, concise sentences and paragraphs

· Ability to work independently

· Ability to exercise good judgment in prioritizing tasks

· Ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels

· Note: All abilities above must be at a professional level, as expected from the required educational level of the job and the previous experience required.

SPECIFIC SKILLS

· Must appropriately handle confidential information

COMMENTS

· Position holder must have a friendly, helpful, caring personality

The position specifications described here are the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned.

HS Business Teacher