BURKE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
CTE BUSINESS TEACHER – MIDDLE SCHOOL

Location: Walter Johnson Middle School

Contact Person: Antonio Lyerly-Principal

828-430-7340

antoniolyerly@burke.k12.nc.us

North Carolina Licensure Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must hold or be eligible to hold a North Carolina Professional Educator’s License in Business, Finance, and Information Technology Education (License Area 760) or another approved CTE licensure area.
• Must meet all North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) requirements for CTE licensure.
• Must maintain a valid North Carolina teaching license throughout employment.
• Successful completion of all district, state, and federal employment requirements.

Detailed Essential Functions

• Develop and implement standards-aligned lesson plans.
• Provide instruction in business, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, career development, and technology applications.
• Utilize data to monitor student progress and adjust instruction.
• Create a positive learning environment that promotes engagement and achievement.
• Integrate technology and project-based learning experiences.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grades, and student records.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff.
• Support CTE program initiatives, career development activities, and student organizations.
• Participate in professional development and school improvement efforts.
• Comply with all Board of Education, district, state, and federal requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to supervise students in classrooms, hallways, and other school settings.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull instructional materials and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to use computers, interactive technology, and other instructional equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms.
• Ability to perform duties in a typical school environment with reasonable accommodations when applicable.