Teacher: Family & Consumer Science

Job Description

Title Code:

Teacher: Family & Consumer Science

This posting creates a pool of candidates for future positions that may become available.

JOB SUMMARY
Provides for instruction of students in the area of Family & Consumer Science by developing, selecting, and modifying instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Supervise students in a variety of school-related settings and activities. Prepares, administers and corrects assessments. Evaluates student performance, develops and implements plans to improve performance. Maintains required records.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, prepares and presents lessons, assignments and instructional materials to students in an appropriate manner. Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Selects and uses appropriate instructional strategies to include lectures, group discussions, demonstrations, modeling and multi-media teaching aids to present subject matter to students.
  
• Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to effective learning and supervises students in a variety of school-related settings.
  
• Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.
  
• Maintains order and discipline in the classroom conducive to effective learning and supervises students in a variety of school-related settings.
  
• Keeps attendance and grade records as required by Board Policy Administrative Regulation.
  
• Prepares, administers and corrects evaluations and assessments, and records results.
  
• Counsels pupils when academic and adjustment problems arise.
  
• Confers with parents and students regarding progress/problems of assigned students; arranges and participates in teacher-parent or teacher-student conferences as necessary.
  
• Serves on special committees.
  
• Attends and actively participates in staff/faculty meetings; and provides input regarding the planning of instructional goals, objectives and methods.
  
• Evaluates student progress using appropriate assessment techniques.
  
• Improves skill and knowledge base in current trends, research and methodology in instructional techniques, technology, multicultural content, problem solving and interdisciplinary connections.
  
• Takes all necessary safe precautions to protect students and materials of instruction.
  
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required.

Experience

• None

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Knowledge of school organization, goals and objectives with special emphasis on teaching techniques.
  
• Knowledge of materials in field of Family & Consumer Science. Knowledge of current trends and research in field of Family & Consumer Science.
  
• Knowledge of and proficiency in technical areas of instruction.
  
• Ability to speak and write effectively.
  
• Ability to deal effectively with students, staff and parents.
  
• Ability to employ a variety of teaching styles to respond to the needs of diverse learners.
  
• Ability to infuse technology into curriculum.
  
• Familiarity or experience with electronic leave reporting/substitute requesting systems, electronic grade reporting/gradebook, electronic teacher/parent communication tools, and ability to use instructional technology hardware and software.
  
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
  
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• Hold or be eligible for educator certificate/license issued by Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) required.

Driving Requirements

• N/A

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Standing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
  
• Walking: under 1/3 of the time
  
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
  
• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
  
• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
  
• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
  
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision
The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• No special vision requirements

Work Environment
Location

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 of the time

Noise Level

• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

Weight & Force
Lifting and carrying requirements

• None:

Travel Requirements

• N/A

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date:
9/1/2025

Established Date:
1/1/2015

Title Code:
C24859

Title:
TEACHER: FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCE

Alternate Title:
Teacher: Family & Consumer Science

Reports to Generic:
Principal

Reports to Specific:
PRINCIPAL

ORGANIZATION

Division:
Academics

Business Unit:
Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment

Department:

Negotiated Agreement:
Teachers Association of Anne Arundel County (TAAAC)

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit:
I

Days Worked:
191

FLSA Exemption Status:
Exempt

Grade:

TG01;TG02;TG03;TG04;TG05;TG06;TG07;TG10;TCL

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Essential Job:

Months Worked:
10

Hours Worked:
7.5

Job Family:
Educational Services

Sub-Function:
Teacher

Welcome to ATX Learning

Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) provides a challenging and rewarding educational experience for every child. We offer a comprehensive system-wide multicultural curriculum from kindergarten through 12th grade. At every level, the focus is on success for every student. Quality instruction, combined with teacher commitment, provides excellence in our instructional programs. Explore career opportunities with a progressive school system dedicated to providing the very best services to our students, our educators, and our community.

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