Days per year: 187

Min Salary:

$62,750

JOB TITLE :

Engineering, Career and Technical Education Teacher (CTE)-High School

REPORTS TO

Principal

WAGE/HOUR STATUS

: Exempt

PAY GRADE

Teacher Salary Scale

PRIMARY PURPOSE

: The Engineering Teacher is responsible for developing a curriculum to teach students entry-level skills for specified areas of employment consistent with state regulations and District, philosophy, policies and procedures. All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, championing the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university Valid Texas teaching certification in one of the following: Technical Education; Trade and Industrial with appropriate work experience;

Math, Physics Engineering Certification or Secondary Science Preferred:

At least one year of student teaching or approved internship Engineering work experience Auto Desk Certification

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills

MAJOR REPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Coordinates with the Director of Career & Technical Education to meet state guidelines and to provide a consistent program for the District. Provides instruction consistent with District curriculum. Plans and administers individualized study programs to meet students' needs. Conducts safety training and maintains appropriate documentation consistent with the course curriculum and District requirements. Maintains discipline in accordance with local policy. Works with appropriate CTE Program Specialist in developing and revising curriculum. Works with the appropriate CTE Program Specialist regarding the program needs, equipment, software and ensuring program effectiveness and equity. Identifies needed curriculum changes and reports these to the appropriate CTE Program Specialist. Participates in the development and revision of CTE curriculum Participates in approved professional development programs. Cooperates with Director of Career and Technical Education in maintaining the records needed for local and state reports. Maintains records to verify student accomplishment of competencies required in the curriculum. Incorporates these records into grade reporting and interpreting for building requirements and parents. Maintains necessary records for CTE reporting requirements. Maintains lab in accordance with safety policies. Performs duties in a professional manner consistent with state regulation and program standards for CTE education. Sponsor the Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)for student participation. Provide work-based learning experiences for students in the Engineering field. Participates in and provides business partners for the CTE Advisory Board. Complies with the position description of the classroom teacher. Works with appropriate CTE Program Specialist to order content specific supplies and equipment in accordance with CTE purchasing guidelines. Maintains an accurate inventory of equipment and supplies that is reported to the CTE department at the beginning and end of the school year. Maintains proper care and use of supplies and equipment. Follows proper protocol with respect to damaged equipment for repair, transfer or disposal. Remains current in the area of engineering education through professional organizations and workshops. Performs other appropriate duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: physical mobility, standing, prolonged sitting, some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling. This position will also require both traveling within the district and state wide.

Mental demands:

Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of situations; ability to interpret a variety of data; ability to interpret TEC and policy; ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory, ability to be effective in both oral and written communication; ability to maintain emotional control under stress. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.