High School Health Science Teacher – Alabama Connections Academy Position Available In Limestone, Alabama

Description Company Summary:

Alabama Connections Academy (ALCA) is a tuition-free, online public school serving students in grades K-12 across Alabama. ALCA is authorized by the Limestone County School District, and began serving students in the 2017-18 school year. The school contracts with Connections Education LLC to provide its educational program and other services. Alabama Connections Academy is accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, the Northwest Accreditation Commission, and the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI), which are accrediting divisions of Cognia. Alabama Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

Job Goals:

To implement an educational program for the designated grade level and career technical subject area using the current designated course of study. To serve as an integral part of the school system facilitating instruction and career opportunities for students.

Qualifications:

+ An associate’s degree as a healthcare professional related to health science from a regionally accredited institution of postsecondary or higher education; and an Alabama license in the health profession of any of the below: + Athletic Trainer (not Personal Trainer) ATC + Paramedic Paramedic + Occupational Therapist OT, OT/L, OTR/L, or LOTR + Physical Therapist PT or RPT + Physician MD or DO + Physician Assistant PA +

• Registered Nurse RN +
• Nurse Practitioner CRNP + Respiratory Therapist RPT or CRT
• Applicants who will be filling a position at a school that offers a Certified Nurse Aide Training Program must employ a teacher who is a registered nurse or a nurse practitioner and the applicant must have two years nursing experience and one must be in long-term care/geriatric services.

+ Completion of all state requirements to gain teacher certification. + Ability to develop and implement curriculum and programming specific to the needs of students at the designated grade level(s) and in the designated content area(s)/subject(s). + Proficiency in oral and written communication skills. + Effective interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on communication and collaboration with a wide variety of people and groups. + Ability to solve problems as a productive team member. + Ability to use technology to communicate, to plan and provide instruction, to facilitate student learning, to manage data, and to produce/submit required reports, correspondence, and/or financial information. + Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity to perform job responsibilities. + Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance. + Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require. + Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication.

Performance Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

+ Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals and priorities. + Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of career technical education in the subject/field/cluster assigned. + Demonstrates knowledge of current educational research and implements best instructional practices. + Utilizes technology to plan and provide instruction and facilitate student learning. + Models appropriate and innovative use of technology for students. + Facilitates and monitors the integration of technology in the classroom. + Creates or selects long-range instructional plans based on a review of system and state curriculum priorities, student profiles and instructional priorities. + Defines goals and objectives for long-range instructional, departmental, and daily lesson plans. + Sequences content and activities appropriately; paces lessons and instruction to encourage student achievement. + Instructs students in the use, care, maintenance, and safe operation of program equipment and tools in the assigned field of instruction. + Maintains contact with business/industry community to keep abreast of job entry requirements, current technology and practices in the designated content field, and for student referrals and placements. + Develops, implements, and revises instructional plans and lessons according to Tool for Assessing Program Effectiveness (TAPE) standards. + Establishes and maintains a learning environment in which students are actively engaged in the learning process. + Provides instruction in workplace skills (e.g. punctuality, interpersonal relationships, leadership, problem-solving, ethics, and good work habits). + Establishes a Career Technical Advisory Committee following Business Industry Certification guidelines to determine program needs and to maintain positive business/industry relationships. + Interprets and uses data (including but not limited to standardized and other test results) for instructional planning and program evaluation. + Uses ongoing assessment, traditional and alternative, to monitor student progress, to verify that learning is occurring, and to adjust curriculum and instruction. + Provides feedback to students about the appropriateness of responses and quality of work with a focus on improving student performance. + Administers standardized tests and credentialing assessments in accordance with directions provided, including proctoring and secure handling of materials. + Communicates high learning expectations for all students. + Engages in continuing improvement of professional knowledge and skills. + Supports school improvement initiatives by active participation in school activities, events, ceremonies, services and programs. + Attends local, state, and national staff development programs, workshops, and conferences to improve professional performance and knowledge as requested. + Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal law. + Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems and/or opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility. + Responds to inquiries and requests in a timely and positive manner. + Maintains and submits required reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner. + Properly uses and cares for equipment and material resources of the school system. + Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local laws. + Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures. + Performs any other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor(s). + Serves as the sponsor for an affiliated career and technical education student organization relevant to the program area to integrate leadership skills and to participate in educational and competitive events. + Works with guidance personnel in the recruitment of students. + Provides related instruction with laboratory, or other occupational experience that is appropriate to the career objectives of the student.

Note:

Benefits available to eligible employees can be seen at https://www.hrc-connectionsacademy.com/prospective-employee-benefits-page.html Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.