TITLE:          Career and Technical Education Teacher

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Plan, prepare, implement, monitor, and evaluate a quality competency-based CTE curriculum leading to the development of student skills sufficient to qualify for entry-level employment and/or post-secondary education using effective instruction with all students.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid certification to meet State requirements with specific endorsement in the area to which assigned.
• Have demonstrated the professional and personal characteristics necessary for working effectively with students, parents, school personnel, and members of the community.
• Must have demonstrated success in working with a variety of students.
• Ability to utilize technology for instruction, data and analysis, and administrative purposes.

REPORTS TO:         Building Principal and Director of CTE Programs

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrate knowledge of subject/content area related to career exploration; hold high expectations for student achievement and demonstrate effective teaching practices
• Use multiple student data elements to assess student progress, modify instruction and improving student learning
• Communicate and collaborate with parents and the school community to foster individual student success and growth while engaging the families in the instructional program
• Exhibit collaborative and collegial practices focused on improving instructional practice and student learning by participating in professional development opportunities, showing professionalism, and growing professionally
• Plan, organize, and teach a competency-based CTE program in course areas
• Assists in the development and implementation of school division and state CTE initiatives, program articulation, and career pathways
• Foster and manage a safe, positive, and respectful learning environment to promote effective student behavior and success
• Demonstrate effective classroom and computer lab management
• Assist in the development of and participate in activities designed to promote an innovative CTE program
• Develop community and industry partnerships for students
• Demonstrate a professional commitment to CTE innovation
• Maintain and submit appropriate records of CTE program completers, grading, distribution of awards, and submit information/records including student progress for all students
• Participates in the evaluation of the effectiveness of the CTE program and makes recommendations or revisions as necessary
• Order supplies, instructional materials, and equipment necessary for the program
• Provide information and counsel students relative to employment, career opportunities, and further education
• Participate in division, regional, and state CTE meetings
• Work cooperatively with the CTE teachers and building administrators
• Maintain consistent attendance and conform to regular work hours specified under contract
• Share with other staff members the responsibility for school activities and student supervision
• Implement and comply with division policies and procedures
• Perform appropriate tasks as designated by the principal relating to the responsibilities listed above

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Knowledge of subject matter/course content and resources relevant to the assignment
• Knowledge of and skills in using effective instructional strategies and practices
• Knowledge of and skills in implementing various formative and summative assessments
• Knowledge of entry-level positions for students; potential career opportunities; and post-secondary educational opportunities in the CTE-technical program area
• Skilled in Microsoft curriculum and industry certification
• Skills in effective planning and implementation of lessons based upon individual student needs
• Skills in managing and promoting positive student behavior
• Skills in data analysis to assess, monitor, and inform instruction for student growth
• Skills and abilities in organization, time management, and record-keeping
• Ability to operate a computer and the skills to learn and utilize software and other technology in instruction
• Ability to articulate and implement the State Standards
• Ability to effectively address and meet a wide range of academic, social and developmental needs for all types of learners
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other professionals in a team setting
• Ability to interact positively and effectively with parents, students, staff, and administrators
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Hold a valid Virginia driver's license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas using the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and use hands and fingers to handle and feel.  The employee is occasionally required to sit and reach with hands and arms.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Ten-month contract (200 days).

EVALUATION:

Performance on this job will be evaluated by the principal following school board policy and administrative regulations on evaluations of instructional personnel.