Certified - Area - Other
Job Number 2300285767

Start Date

Open Date 04/04/2024

Closing Date
ABOUT OUR DISTRICT:
The Syracuse City School District is continuing their charge of innovation and transformation with the goal of ensuring that all students graduate high school with the skills needed to be ready for college and career. For Syracuse, all means all - including students who fall behind or have been considered "hard to serve" for a host of reasons. The School Board and Syracuse community have charged the Superintendent with improving student achievement, and he is seeking a dedicated and diverse team of school leaders and teachers to partner with him in moving the district toward its goals. The Syracuse City School District represents 34 schools and 4 alternative education programs, serving 19,000 students Pre-K-12 of whom 77% qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, 18% are served by the Office of Special Education and 78% are students of color.
REPORTS TO: Nottingham School Principal, Director of CTE
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Candidates will be expected to fulfill the following responsibilities:

• Strong expertise in all elements of creative expression and design.
• Instruct 4-year course that prepares students for a career in design including industrial design, fashion design, interior design and interactive design.
• Cater instruction to align with 4-year curriculum.
• Engage with community members and post-secondary partners to update curriculum as needed.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver engaging curriculum that aligns with industry standards and prepares students for future careers.
• Experience in integrating hands-on, experiential learning opportunities into the curriculum, such as internships, cooperative education, and project-based learning.
• Proficiency in utilizing relevant technologies and tools related to the CTE field (e.g., design software, design tools and equipment, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for effectively conveying complex concepts and providing constructive feedback to students.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students and foster an inclusive learning environment.
• Strong organizational skills for managing resources, planning lessons, and coordinating industry partnerships or guest speakers.
• Commitment to staying current with industry trends, advancements, and certifications relevant to the CTE pathway.
• Experience collaborating with colleagues, industry professionals, and community partners to enhance student learning experiences and expand opportunities for student success.
• Relevant teaching certification or licensure, if applicable, and a passion for inspiring and empowering students to pursue their career goals in the chosen CTE pathway.
• Willingness to obtain the necessary certification for teaching in a CTE pathway and underscores the candidate's dedication to meeting the qualifications required for the position.
• Meet requirements to qualify for and then earn a "Transitional A" teacher certificate from the New York State Education Department, which permits the employment of an individual in a specific career and technical education title who does not meet the requirements for a standard certificate but possesses the requisite occupational experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum five (5) years of teaching or equivalent experience in design field required.
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit; be flexible, willing and able to play different instructional roles at the school; and be willing to go above and beyond to meet the varied and constant needs of the students of the SCSD - especially those in this CTE pathway.
• Excellent organizational, communication and facilitation skills.
• Prior demonstration of exemplary attendance is expected of any candidate for hire
• Training and/or experience with Culturally Relevant Education (preferred)
• City Residents are encouraged to apply!

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work beyond the ten-month school year and student day.

SALARY/SALARY RANGE:

• The current starting salary for SCSD Teachers is $53,000. With proof of outside related experience and college transcripts, the salary will be increased pursuant to the Unit 1 contractual agreement.
• Teachers will have opportunities to teach in our Summer School Programs, receiving an hourly rate of $42.69.
• Teachers of color or those with experience and a deep background in Urban Education may qualify for the District's Urban Fellowship Program. For details of the program and its requirements, please click HERE.

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