Family and Consumer Science Teacher; Grades 9-12

Family and Consumer Science Teacher;
Grades 9-12

Position Type:
High School Teaching / Family/Consumer Science

200 Days

Salary based on experience and education level per CBOE salary schedule plus competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation. Please visit our application portal at Cabell Schools Employment.

The Family and Consumer Science (FACS) teacher is assigned to deliver a comprehensive instructional program of study in the Family and Consumer Science pathway to students in grades 9 – 12. The FACS teacher will assist students with academic skills and practical hands‑on experiences in the areas of Human Services, Hospitality, Visual Arts, and Education, which focuses on instruction related to independent living, family living, health, early childhood education, child development, nutrition, food sciences, clothing, housing visual arts, culinary, and teacher training.

The Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) programs are focused on the art and science of living and working in a complex world. FCS courses provide opportunities for students to develop the knowledge, skills, attitudes and behaviors needed for work and family life, including:

• Strengthening the well‑being of individuals and families across the life span.
• Becoming responsible citizens and leaders in family, community, and work settings.
• Promoting optimal nutrition and wellness across the life span.
• Managing resources to meet the material needs of individuals and families.
• Balancing personal, home, family and work lives.
• Using critical and creative thinking skills to address problems in diverse families, communities, and work environments.
• Exemplifying successful life management, employment, and career development.
• Functioning effectively as providers and consumers of goods and services.

• Hold a valid West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate endorsed in Family and Consumer Science Education at the appropriate grade level(s) per the job posting.
• Possess strong time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with students, parents, co‑workers, and community contacts in a courteous and professional manner.
• Display proficiency with technology‑based programs, including Microsoft Office and other online tools.

• Implement, evaluate and improve the program of study developed by the state and county in the Family and Consumer Science specialization field.
• Comply with federal, state and local laws, policies and procedures for career technical education.
• Foster a classroom climate conducive to learning, providing a safe learning environment to students.
• Utilize instructional management systems models that increase student academic achievement.
• Monitor student progress toward mastery of the instructional goals and objectives of the FACS curriculum.
• Communicate effectively within the educational and medical community, as well as parents, on a regular basis.
• Meet and maintain professional responsibilities and work habits associated with the position.
• Maintain school-wide supervision of students during in school instruction, as well as out of classroom activities in accordance with state, county and school policies.
• Participate in faculty and/or district committees and the sponsorship of student activities.
• Work with appropriate work sites to establish opportunities for classroom extension opportunities.
• Maintain professional relationships with school staff, as well as community support services.
• Maintain equipment, making sure it is safe and in operational order.
• Promote and/or assist in promoting their program by dissemination of information and recruitment activities.
• Complete and submit all reports in a timely manner as required by law, the West Virginia Department of Education and/or county Board of Education.
• Report the presence of any situation that may be harmful to the health and safety of the students and/or staff.
• Identify and refer for screening and evaluation any child who has learning deficiencies, as well working with staff in providing remedial instruction opportunities.
• Advise the principal of the presence of any situation that may require immediate intervention so as not to hinder the instructional program.
• Complete duty assignments as designated by the school administration.
• Communicate to parents/guardians the progress and/or deficiencies of students.
• Accept responsibility for students assigned.
• Attend all faculty senate and other required meetings.
• Fulfill annual continuing education requirements and attend other required training programs, maintaining and upgrading professional skills.
• Take student attendance as legally required and in accordance with county policy.
• Accept reasonable assignments necessary for a successful school program.
• Anyone accepting this position is mandated to report suspected abuse and neglect.
• Perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned by Principal/Assistant Principal.