CTE Health Science Teacher at Concept Schools

Job Title: CTE Health Science Teacher

Location: Horizon Science Academy McKinley Park

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: 65,000-80,000

About Us:
Horizon Science Academy McKinley Park is a college-preparatory STEM-focused charter school dedicated to preparing students for success in college, careers, and life. Our Career and Technical Education (CTE) program provides students with hands-on learning experiences that connect classroom knowledge to real-world applications.

We are seeking a passionate and motivated CTE Health Science Teacher to join our dynamic team and inspire students to explore careers in health and medical fields.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Science, Nursing, Biology, or related field (required).

• Valid CTE Health Science Educator License.

• Previous teaching or industry experience in the healthcare field is preferred.

• Strong communication, organization, and classroom management skills.

• Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities:

• Provide rigorous instruction aligned with CTE clusters, career pathways, and skill competencies relevant to the Health Science program.

• Keep the curriculum updated with current industry trends to ensure relevance and accuracy.

• Integrate two team-based challenges to promote problem-solving, collaboration, and critical thinking.

• Participate in career events such as job fairs and guest speaker sessions.

• Establish connections with industry professionals, organizations, and businesses to enhance student learning opportunities.

• Engage in advisory committee meetings to provide feedback on program development and industry alignment.
   

• Design and facilitate two career exploration activities to expose students to various career paths within the healthcare industry.

• Build partnerships with local businesses and professionals for internships and work-based learning experiences.

• Identify and secure internship opportunities for students to gain hands-on experience.

• Monitor and evaluate internship experiences for student growth and industry relevance.

• Collaborate with internship coordinators or administration to ensure students are supported in placement and mentoring.

• Maintain relationships with postsecondary institutions to establish dual credit opportunities for students.

• Attend professional development (PD) sessions to stay current on teaching strategies and industry practices.

• Participate in monthly meetings with the Assistant Principal of STEM & CTE to discuss program progress and improvement.

• Attend at least three advisory committee meetings annually as required for CTE program oversight.

• Ensure all teaching, curriculum, and internship activities comply with ISBE CTE requirements.

• Provide documentation and reporting as necessary for CTE funding and program evaluations.