Basic Technology Teacher Job at St. Bridget's College

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Job Title: Basic Technology Teacher

Location: Aba, Abia State

Organisation: St. Bridget's College

Compensation: Competitive based on experience and qualifications

Start Date: Negotiable, but no later than September 10th, 2013.

Background: We provide our students with a solid training in basic technology, including building, mechanical, agricultural, civil, chemical and manufacturing technologies. We are expanding our practical and laboratory facilities. To that end, we are looking for a basic technology teacher to join our staff of math and technology teachers.

Core Tasks:

•   Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among students.

•   Instruct through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations in one or more subjects, such as mathematics, physics, chemistry, the natural sciences and basic technology.

•   Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.

•   Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.

•   Enforce all administration policies and rules governing students.

•   Assign and grade class work and homework.

•   Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.

•   Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.

•   Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.

•   Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.

Required Skills:

•   Training and Teaching Students – Identifying the educational needs of students, developing formal educational content as well as demonstrations and hands-on experiences for the students.

•   Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work – Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

•   Getting Information – Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources INCLUDING RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN THE CHOSEN FIELD OF STUDY.

•   Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates – Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

•   Coaching and Developing Others – Identifying the developmental needs of students, and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping them to improve their knowledge or skills.

•   Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships – Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with colleagues, and maintaining them over time.

•   Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge – Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

•   Documenting/Recording Information – Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.

•   Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

•   Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Educational Requirement: Minimum of a bachelor's degree (preferably a Master's degree) in the physical sciences, biological sciences, engineering sciences, mathematical sciences, or life sciences. Hands-on experience with any of the technical crafts (woodwork, metalwork, carpentry, etc.) would be a distinct advantage.

How to Apply:

Apply online with a cover letter and detailed resume (Curriculum Vitae). The application must include the following:

1.   A functioning email address, mobile telephone number and contact information.

2.   A discussion of WHY you believe this is a good fit for you.

3.   A discussion of your experiences managing schools (or educational institutions) and how you think this will fit into St. Bridget's. if you have experience outside of education which you believe can be beneficial, kindly discuss them.

4.   Your long term career goals and how you think this job at St. Bridget's will help you realize these personal career goals.

Deadline: 2nd April, 2013.

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