The Classroom Teacher – Financial Literacy works within the Department of Career and Technical Education (CTE) and supports the successful implementation of the Financial Literacy graduation requirement course.  The teacher instructs high school students in the technical or occupational skills of the professional trade and prepares students to manage financial resources effectively, make sound financial decisions, and provide the tools necessary to become financially literate. The teacher will develop, select, and modify instructional plans and materials and present them using instructional techniques, which meet the needs of all students. The teacher will provide an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of students. This position monitors and evaluates student performance, develops and implements plans to improve student achievement, and maintains required records; and follows PGCPS required procedures and practices. The teacher will be responsible for preparing students to successfully take and pass a financial literacy competency exam, as well as, prepare them for the workforce and/or four-year institutions.

Establishes clear goals and objectives related to the School Improvement Plan;

Plans and prepares lessons, assignments, and 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, lectures, group discussions, demonstrations, modeling and multimedia teaching aids to present subject matter to students;

Evaluates student progress using appropriate assessment techniques;

Maintains order and discipline in the classroom conducive to effective learning and takes all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities;

Creates a classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process and enables each student to achieve learning objectives;

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;

Maintains accurate and complete records as required by law, Board Policy and Administrative Procedures;

Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, textbooks, materials and facilities;

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, multicultural content, problem solving and interdisciplinary connections;

Oversees and directs the work of student teachers, paraprofessional educators and volunteers assigned to the classroom;

Collaborates with Career and Technical Education Team to implement the goals and objectives of the program of study; and

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of financial education and personal finance;

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 teaching and learning process;

Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education;

Ability to work with diverse populations;

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. 

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the applicable field of education required; Master’s degree preferred.  A minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching in Family & Consumer Sciences or Business Education required; at least two of which must be full-time experience.

Holds or is eligible for a Professional Certificate in Family & Consumer Sciences or Business Education issued by the Maryland State Department of Education.  



Oversees and directs the work of student teachers, paraprofessional educators and volunteers assigned to the classroom.



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.




The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.




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