Job Description
CTE Family Consumer Science Teacher
Caldwell County Schools
Hibriten High School - Lenoir, North Carolina This job is also posted in Caldwell County Schools, and North Carolina School Jobs
Job Details
Job ID:
5769093
Application Deadline:
Jun 19, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Aug 10, 2026
Job Description
CTE Family Consumer Science Teacher
Summary
The CTE Family and Consumer Sciences Education Teacher provides engaging, standards-aligned instruction that prepares students for success in college, careers, and life. The teacher creates a safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment that promotes academic achievement, career readiness, leadership development, and technical skill attainment. Through hands-on learning experiences, industry-relevant instruction, and community partnerships, the teacher supports students in developing knowledge and skills in Family and Consumer Sciences pathways.
Required Education, Training, and Experience
Hold or be eligible for a North Carolina Family and Consumer Sciences teaching license Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Relevant work experience as required by North Carolina licensure guidelines.
Completion of required educational coursework, teacher induction, and professional development requirements established by NCDPI.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality Family and Consumer Sciences instruction using hands-on, project-based, and standards-aligned learning experiences.
Develop and implement lesson plans that address diverse learning needs and support student growth.
Assess student performance using a variety of formative and summative assessment strategies and adjust instruction accordingly.
Maintain accurate records of student achievement, attendance, and classroom activities.
Establish and maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment that supports student success.
Integrate employability skills, career exploration, and industry-relevant practices into classroom instruction.
Supervise learning environments (ex. laboratory, culinary, childcare, fashion, etc.) while ensuring adherence to all safety procedures.
Coordinate and support Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) activities, competitions, leadership events, and community service projects.
Collaborate with administrators, teachers, counselors, families, business partners, and community stakeholders to enhance student learning opportunities.
Manage instructional materials, equipment, supplies, and inventory in accordance with district procedures.
Participate in district meetings, professional learning communities, training sessions, and ongoing professional development as needed or required.
Foster partnerships with local businesses, industries, and community organizations to strengthen career awareness and work-based learning opportunities.
Communicate effectively with students, parents, and stakeholders regarding academic progress, expectations, and student achievement.
Model professionalism, ethical conduct, and lifelong learning.
Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or district leadership.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of Family and Consumer Sciences curriculum and instructional best practices.
Ability to engage students through active learning and real-world applications.
Effective classroom management and student relationship-building skills.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to analyze student data and use results to improve instruction.
Proficiency with educational technology and digital learning tools.
Commitment to student-centered learning.
Physical Environment
The physical demands 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 essential functions.
Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment including computers, copiers, etc. Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally; and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here represent those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with emergency situations. There may be changing priorities and interruptions during the workday. Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural, or composite characteristics of data, people, or things.
Requires the ability to speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving instructions, assignments, or directions to subordinates or assistants.
Requires the ability to read a variety of correspondence, reports, forms, articles, proposals, contracts, etc. Requires the ability to prepare correspondence, reports, forms, evaluations, policies, etc. using prescribed formats.
Requires the ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagrammatic form.
Requires the ability to record and deliver information, explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in a variety of technical or professional languages including medical, legal, and counseling terminology.
Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment including computers, copiers, etc. Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally; and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time. Position Type:
Full-Time