PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY SCHOOLS
POSITION DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE: Health and Medical Sciences Teacher
FLSA: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Principal and/or other Supervisor
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 210 days
SUPERVISES: N/A
QUALIFICATIONS: Must hold or be eligible for Virginia Teacher License with
endorsement in Health and Medical Sciences and EMS Educational Coordinator
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Have the ability to develop creative, innovative lessons which will spark students’ interest in pursuing science, technology, engineering, mathematics and health sciences (STEM-H) related careers
- Be self-motivated and a strong team member
- Have an understanding of and willingness to implement problem-based learning
- Have an understanding of curriculum and integration of all content areas
- Have ability to differentiate lessons to serve ALL students
- Possess proper written and oral communication skills
- Have the ability to work effectively with school personnel, students and parents
- Have effective leadership skills and a good knowledge of the position
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Abide by State statutes, School Board policies and regulations
- Attend meetings and perform duties as assigned by administrators or supervisors
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
- Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, Division policy and administrative regulation
- Serve on committees as assigned
- Remain current on instructional practices in education (e.g. instructional technology)
- Seek and apply for grant opportunities to extend and enhance STEM instruction
- Plan and provide quality professional development as directed by Central Office Staff