HEALTH SCIENCE TEACHER

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Health Science teacher will facilitate career skills and prepare students for certifications through
classroom instruction blended with work-based learning experiences. The Health Science teacher will
follow the curriculum that is focused on academic foundation in addition to hand-on skills that are
practiced in a health care environment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as
mature, able, and responsible members of society.
• Determines individual and class needs.
• Establishes objectives and plans learning experiences.
• Implements activities using a variety of techniques to utilize instructional time and meet
objectives.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to achieve a functional learning
atmosphere.
• Exhibits positive human relation skills.
• Evaluates the educational program and/or student progress.
• Communicates with parents/guardians, colleagues, and community groups.
• Demonstrates proficiency in written and oral communication.
• Maintains and submits records and reports in a timely manner.
• Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local board policies, and state &
federal rules & regulations.
• Engages in professional growth & demonstrate professional ethics & leadership.
• Other duties as assigned by principal.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Active Alabama license in a registered nursing (LPN, CRNP, RN), pharmacist, paramedical, or
allied health area (athletic trainer, occupational therapist, physical therapist, physician,
physician assistant, respiratory therapist, veterinarian)
Document one of the following:
• Completion of regionally accredited postsecondary associate's degree program and three years
of full-time work experience within past seven years OR
• Completion of bachelor's or higher degree program at a regionally accredited senior institution
and one year of full-timework experience within past three years in area to be taught OR
Currently CTE certified in Health Science.
ALTERNATIVES TO THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS AS THE BOARD MAY REQUIRE.