SY 26-27 Family & Consumer Science Teacher
Title: Family & Consumer Science Teacher
Department: Career & Technical Education
Salary Grade: Teacher Pay Scale
FLSA Status: Exempt
Site/Location: Dunbar Middle School
Reports to: Building Administrator
Date: 04/29/2026
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To develop and implement an educational program that will effectively provide the best possible education for each child.
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Provides instruction in the Family & Consumer Science curriculum in grades 6 - 8.
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Plans, sets, and supervises classes aligned with the Virginia Department of Education Standards of Learning.
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Demonstrates long-range planning and knowledge of the student area.
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Completes daily written lesson plans that fulfill learning objectives consistent with LCS’ curriculum and competencies.
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Plans for individual student differences.
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Works to achieve division/school/department objectives.
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Utilizes a variety of teaching methods.
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Utilizes various forms of technology to assist in the delivery of instruction.
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Provides opportunities for student responses and gives appropriate feedback to students.
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Utilizes effective motivational strategies.
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Paces instruction to provide opportunities for student success.
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Delivers curriculum and instruction by school division guidelines.
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Sets communicates, and maintains high standards for responsible student behavior.
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Plans for and makes effective use of time, materials, and resources.
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Organizes students for effective instruction.
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Demonstrates respect, consideration, and courtesy.
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Cooperates with other teachers to exchange ideas.
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Accepts and professionally offers constructive suggestions.
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Maintains a learning environment that contributes to a positive school climate.
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Provides opportunities for success for all students.
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Maintains accurate records measuring student achievement.
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Presents data/artifacts demonstrating student growth.
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Analyzes test scores to establish and revise academic goals to provide instruction at the appropriate level.
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Adheres to board and school policies.
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Maintains professionalism during stressful situations.
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Communicate with parents, students, staff, and community professionally.
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Maintains confidentiality.
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Accepts and fulfills additional responsibilities.
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Candidates must be eligible for a Virginia Teaching License with an endorsement in History or History and Social Science.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
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Candidates must possess strong teaching, interpersonal, organizational, and administrative skills; must take responsibility and be independent in accomplishing all instructional and administrative objectives; and must possess the ability to work in a flexible school environment.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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 the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand, sit, walk, talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
