POSITION SUMMARY:
Under
the direction of the Principal, the Classroom Teacher – Biotechnology plans and
provides appropriate learning experiences for all students and provides an
atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and
emotional development of individuals to ensure student success. The Classroom Teacher develops, selects and
modifies instructional plans and materials, as well as monitors and evaluates
student outcomes and develops and implements plans to improve student
performance. The incumbent of this
position maintains required records, follows required procedures and practices,
and monitors the appropriate use and care of equipment and materials.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Teaches students the fundamentals of
biotechnology, including the applications and laboratory techniques commonly
used in biotechnology, how biotechnology utilizes living systems to create
products and enhance lives, and the laboratory applications that distinguish
science theory from its application in bioscience;
Presents and leads students in
demonstrations and laboratory experiments utilizing appropriate procedures and
protocols; writes/edits lab protocols for students as well as creates new lab
protocols as needed;
Teaches the proper use of scientific
equipment and instruments and the relevant industrial and safety measures, and
OSHA requirements; prepares and runs quality control on culture media and
reagents;
Plans and prepares lessons, assignments,
instructional materials; establishes learning objectives consistent with
appraisal of student needs, curriculum framework, and knowledge of human growth
and development;
Selects and uses appropriate instructional
strategies including, but not limited to, research projects, group discussions,
cooperative learning, and project and problem-based learning;
Collaborates with CTE staff to provide
industry certification testing for students; administers various types of
assessments, evaluates student progress using appropriate assessment techniques
and records results;
Make industry connections for the
purpose of facilitating real-world experiences for students such as classroom
guest speakers, job shadows, and internships; examines careers in healthcare
science, bio manufacturing, agriculture and environmental applications that
utilize biotechnology;
Facilitates internship placement of
students through collaboration with university and industry partners;
Participates in CTE department-wide and
PGCPS systemic showcases and recruiting events to promote programs to
prospective students and parents;
Maintains order and discipline in the
classroom conducive to effective learning and takes all necessary safety precautions
to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities;
Establishes clear goals and objectives
related to the School Improvement Plan;
Creates a classroom environment that
provides for student involvement in the learning process and enables each
student to achieve learning objectives;
Counsels students 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;
Maintains accurate and complete records
as required by law, Board Policy and Administrative Regulation;
Attends and actively participates in
staff/faculty meetings and provides input regarding the planning of instruction
goals, objectives and methods;
Improves skill and knowledge base in
current trends, research and methodology in instructional techniques,
technology, multi-cultural content, problem solving and interdisciplinary
connections;
Plans and supervises purposeful
assignments for paraprofessional educators, student teachers, and volunteers;
and
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Ability to work with diverse populations;
Knowledge of school organization, goals
and objectives, curriculum, teaching techniques, current trends, research, and
materials of instruction in field of specialization;
Excellent knowledge and understanding of
the teaching and learning process;
Ability to provide instruction that
reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education;
Ability to infuse technology into
curriculum;
Ability to work effectively with
students, parents, administrators, colleagues, community, and other school system
staff; and
Excellent oral and communication skills.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree from
an accredited college or university with course work in biology, biological
science or a closely related field required; Master’s degree preferred. Previous teaching experience and/or
experience working in a biology or molecular lab is preferred.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Holds
or is eligible for a Maryland Professional Certificate appropriate to area of
assignment.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No direct supervisory responsibilities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands 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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
None.