Business/Entrepreneurship Teacher

BUSINESS/ENTREPRENEURSHIP TEACHER

Position Summary:
Plan, prepare, monitor, evaluate, and implement an appropriate instructional program, a quality competency-based Business  Marketing/Entrepreneurship Program in a secondary learning environment leading to the development of student skills sufficient to qualify for entry-level high school Marketing/Entrepreneurship program using effective instruction with all students. Guiding and encouraging the students to develop and fulfill their greatest academic potential to become young entrepreneurs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Meet State of Michigan requirements for teacher certification in the required subject area(s) and grade level(s).
• Candidates must demonstrate the following
• Exceptional skill in planning, delivering and assessing student learning.
• Exceptional knowledge in research based instructional strategies and ability to implement them effectively.
• Knowledge in the use of technology to support instruction.
• Ability to maintain high standards of professional conduct at all times.
• Punctuality, good attendance and strong work ethics in all areas.
• Ascribe to the philosophy that all children can succeed and demonstrates the commitment to do what is necessary to make this a reality.

• The Teacher will provide direct instruction and intervention to students.
• The Teacher will assist students in meeting the essential skills required in the Business/Entrepreneurship and related subjects.
• The Teacher will teach, tutor and use technological interventions to improve achievement.
• The Teacher will encourage students to set and maintain high standards of responsibility for their learning and behavior.
• Possess a working knowledge of the State of Michigan Common Core guidelines and integrate them into the subject area you teach.
• Prepare lesson plans and show preparation upon request by school administration.
• Employ a variety of research-based instructional strategies and instructional media consistent with the capabilities, needs and physical limitations of students.
• Evaluate students’ progress on a regular basis and, when necessary, refer students who need assistance.
• Instruct rules of conduct and ensure classroom and campus discipline.
• Strive to implement, by instruction and action, the Academy’s philosophy, instructional goals and objectives of education.
• Participate in weekly staff meetings, on-going professional developments and grade level/content area meetings and trainings.
• Maintain appropriate administrative records according to district policy.
• Consistently support and uphold school policies and procedures. Support the school and its leadership.
• Model self-discipline and ethical behavior. Present self in a professional manner through appropriate dress, communication techniques and demeanor.
• Knowledge of learning styles and skill in using varied teaching methods to address student learning styles.
• Ability to effectively assess levels of student achievement, analyze test results and prescribe actions for improvement.
• Skill in oral and written communication with students, parents and others.
• Ability to work effectively with peers, administrators and others.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Principal or designee

• Effectively deliver instruction and content standards in marketing/entrepreneurship principles as identified  by the Youth Entrepreneurship program to help the students acquire an interest in entrepreneurship
• Knowledge of marketing/entrepreneurship practices and the ability to impart this knowledge with the students.