What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tuscaloosa Career & Technology Academy - Engineering Instructor (Project Lead the Way) position at Alabama State Department of Education?
Engineering Instructor- Project Lead the Way
Seeking a candidate with a minimum of a 4-year degree in Engineering, Science or Mathematics from an accredited post-secondary institution to teach the Project Lead the Way (PLTW) curriculum for students grades 9-12. PLTW is a rigorous and engaging STEM education curriculum program that encourages the practical application of math and science, while promoting thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based / work-based learning opportunities. Candidates should hold current ALSDE Certification in Career Technologies and /or Technical Education. Candidates must commit to successfully completing a two-week professional development training program for each PLTW course taught. In addition, candidates will be expected to actively involve and partner with business, industry, and post-secondary institutions.
High School Teacher
JOB GOAL
To facilitate student comprehension and application of concepts skills and behaviors that contributes to the development of mature, able and responsible members of society.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of a B.S. Degree in the area of instructional responsibility required.
- Alabama State Department of Education Teaching Certification in the area of instructional responsibility required.
- Must meet the “highly qualified” criteria as defined by the “No Child Left Behind Act of 2001”
- Must meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457 .
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
FLSA STATUS
Exempt
SUPERVISOR
Principal or appropriate supervisor
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of content, curriculum, methods, materials and equipment of instructional specialty to which assigned.
- Knowledge of student academic growth and development applicable to the grade level assigned.
- Knowledge of school’s program of studies related to mission, goals and organization.
- Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional programs.
- Ability to plan and implement lessons based on system and state courses of study and the needs and abilities of students.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, parents and peers.
- Skilled and effective in oral and written communication.
- Ability to use and management technology including, but not limited to, e-mail, internet, Microsoft Office Programs, CD-ROMS, DVDs, videos, etc.
- If teaching physical education, must possess sufficient strength, dexterity, endurance, agility and skill to carry out the program of studies to which assigned.
- If a physical education teacher, some assignments may require sufficient athletic skills to demonstrate and perform appropriate athletic techniques at both the beginning and advanced levels.
- If a physical education teacher, some assignments may require working outdoors in conditions which are moderately comfortable and require adaptation of clothes and dress to the conditions or the use of “sun blockers.”
- Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed.
- Knowledge and understanding of the Board’s policies and procedures. The Board’s policy manual is located in the school office, library and the Tuscaloosa City Schools webpage.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assesses student abilities as related to desired educational goals, objectives and student outcomes.
- Develops and implements a program of instruction that meets the individual needs and abilities of students and is consistent with system and state courses of study.
- Plans and implements a variety of appropriate instructional/learning strategies and activities which serve the needs and capabilities of the students.
- Manages the behavior of learners in the classroom and participates in the management of student behavior in other parts of the school.
- Communicates to students and parents (either in writing or verbally) the instructional expectations, student progress or lack of progress.
- Continually assesses student achievement and maintains appropriate assessment and evaluation documentation for institutional and individual reporting purposes.
- Actively participates in and works with other school personnel in planning effective instructional goals, objectives, methods and curriculum.
- Participates in professional growth and development activities including staff meetings, in-services and staff development activities as required or assigned.
- Ensures that the classroom and/or instructional environment are attractive, healthful, safe and generally conducive to learning.
- Ensures confidentiality of all students’ records, grades, performance and all other related matters.
- Maintains a valid Alabama professional teaching certificate and is responsible for the renewal of the certificate.
- Attends work and arrives/departs work at the appropriate times as determined by the immediate supervisor.
- Takes leave time in accordance with Board policy and reports all absences to SubFinder in a timely manner.
- Assumes other reasonable and equitable job-related duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
The terms of employment shall be in accordance with provisions of the Board's Policy Manual , Students First Act and the Board's Salary Schedule - Teachers.
EVALUATION
Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel .
SOURCE: Tuscaloosa City Schools, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
DATE: 5/1/94
REVISED: 6/2/03