Contracted Pharmacy Technician Educator Pay Plan : Contract, will be paid by invoicing district Location: Washington, DC Our public-school students need your expertise, passion and leadership. We are looking for highly motivated and skilled talent to join our team at District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS). We seek individuals who are passionate about transforming the DC school system and making a significant difference in the lives of public school students, parents, principals, teachers, and central office employees. DCPS serves 48,600 students in the nation's capital through the efforts of approximately 4,000 educators in 112 schools. As part of a comprehensive reform effort to become the preeminent urban school system in America, DCPS intends to have the highest‐performing, best paid, most satisfied, and most honored educator force in the nation and a distinctive central office staff whose work supports and drives instructional excellence and significant achievement gains for DCPS students. Position Overview At DCPS, educators are charged with ensuring the academic achievement of all our students regardless of background or circumstance. We are committed to our mission of providing all students with a world‐class education that prepares them for college, career, and life – and we know that building the most effective teaching force in the nation is critical to achieving this goal. This contracted position is a safety‐sensitive position. As a result, throughout employment this position will be subject to the Employee Mandatory Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy. Biomedical Sciences is one of 24 Career and Technical Education pathways in DCPS. The Pharmacy Technician training program is designed to support the current Biomedical Sciences pathway by training students in the fundamentals of Pharmacy as outlined by the District of Columbia Department of Health. Required curriculum topics for instruction are outlined below: 1.Roles and responsibilities of pharmacy technician 2. Knowledge of prescription medications 3. Knowledge of strengths or dose, dosage forms, physical appearance, routes of administration, and duration of drug therapy 4. The dispensing process 5. Pharmaceutical calculations 6. Interacting with patients 7. Third party prescriptions 8. Sterile and non-sterile compounding 9. Requirements and professional standards for: a) Preparing b) Labeling c) Dispensing d) Storing e) Pre-packaging f) Distributing g) How medicines are administered 10. Confidentiality 11. Drugs used to treat major chronic conditions 12. Federal and District laws and regulations governing controlled substances and the practice of pharmacy 13. Knowledge of special dosing considerations for pediatric and geriatric populations Prior industry experience in pharmacy is required. The educator in this position will report to the NAF Academy Director and the school Principal. The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned. Incorporates technology daily while maintaining a safe and sanitary laboratory. Highlights pathways to become a health care professional after high school. Establishes and maintains positive contact with multiple contacts in relevant industries. Arranges industry exposure opportunities for students such as field trips, guest presentations, job shadow experiences, internships, etc. Coordinates with the DCPS Career Education team to order equipment, maintain accurate inventory, and advocate for material needs of the program. Sets and reinforces clear expectations and routines that are aligned with the school’s overall vision. Develops and implements curricula and activities to meet academic standards. Thoughtfully plans daily lessons and implements specific strategies to meet the needs of all students, providing extra support, enrichment, or variation of work when necessary. Demonstrates strong content knowledge. Designs and implements assessments that measure progress towards academic standards and diagnoses areas of student misunderstanding. Uses assessment data to refine curriculum and informs instructional practices. Be accountable for students’ academic growth and increase each individual student’s achievement. Creates a positive, achievement‐oriented learning environment. Reflects on successes and areas of growth as an educator, seeks to improve performance, and responds to feedback. Participates in collaborative curriculum development and grade‐level activities. Develops relationships with parents and families in their children’s academic success through regular communication. Qualifications This contracted position requires the work schedule equivalent of 4 hours per day for a total of 20 hours per week at Calvin Coolidge High School to teach and manage the Pharmacy Technician Training program. The position will also oversee the students’ clinical laboratory practicum hours and will handle other administrative duties as described by the DC Department of Health. This position may require the educator to be available on some weeknights or weekends for practicum training if needed. The hourly rate for this position is $50/hour. Hours will be confirmed by the NAF Academy Director. The contracted dates for this position are October 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024. The position will be renewed annually. Other requirements of the candidate are as follows: B.S. or PharmD degree from an accredited college or university. Proficient in the use of simulation equipment, lab procedures, technology, etc. required. Two or more years of industry-related experience preferred. Hospital setting experience strongly preferred. Previous exposure to or experience in the education sector a plus. Strong instructional skills and classroom management. Unrelenting commitment to students, self, and school’s constant learning and development. Ability to self‐reflect on teaching practices and be responsive to feedback. Personal Qualities of Top Candidates Commitment to Equity: Passionate about closing the achievement gap and ensuring that every child, regardless of background or circumstance, receives an excellent education. Leadership: Coaches, mentors, and challenges others to excel despite obstacles and challenging situations. Focus on Data‐Driven Results: Relentlessly pursues the improvement of central office performance and school leadership, instruction, and operations, and is driven by a desire to produce quantifiable student gains. Innovative Problem‐Solving: Approaches work with a sense of possibility and sees challenges as opportunities for creative problem solving; takes initiative to explore issues and find potential innovative solutions. Adaptability: Excels in constantly changing environments and adapts flexibly in shifting projects or priorities to meet the needs of a dynamic transformation effort; comfortable with ambiguity and non‐routine situations. Teamwork: Increases the effectiveness of surrounding teams through collaboration, constant learning and supporting others; sensitive to diversity in all its forms; respects and is committed to learning from others. Dependability: Does whatever it takes to consistently deliver with high quality under tight deadlines; successfully manages own projects through strong organization, detailed workplans, and balancing of multiple priorities. Communication and Customer Service Skills: Communicates clearly and compellingly with diverse stakeholders in DCPS. Job Types: Contract, Part-time Pay: $50.00 per hour Schedule: Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: Washington, DC 20011: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Experience: Pharmacy technician experience: 2 years (Preferred) Work Location: In person