CTE Teacher – Technology Applications - Judson MS - 2025-2026

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Teacher – Technology Applications – participates as a member of the instructional staff in planning for teaching, motivating students, developing classroom climate, managing the classroom, interacting with pupils and evaluating pupils.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Certification Requirements

• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned. (Trade and Industrial Education Grades 6-12 or 8-12 with appropriate work approval) or
• Texas Administrative Code (TAC) requires that candidates seeking CTE certification based on skill and experience must complete an approved educator preparation program (EPP)
  • A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution, two years of full-time wage-earning experience within the past ten years in an approved occupation for the classes you will be teaching
  • OR an Associate’s Degree from an accredited institution, two years of full-time wage-earning experience within the past ten years in an approved occupation for the classes you will be teaching
  • OR a High School Diploma or equivalent, five years of full-time wage-earning experience within the past ten years in an approved occupation for the classes you will be teaching
  • Eligible military experience may be used in lieu of civilian experience; your EPP will review for eligibility

• Plus, valid license is appropriate for the assignment
• Valid Texas Driver’s License
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Plans the long- and short-range objectives for assigned courses
2. Develops lesson plans with the appropriate essential elements
3. Collects and uses a variety of information to guide the growth and development of individual pupils
4. Maximizes amount of time available for instruction
5. Demonstrates effective teaching methods and selects appropriate teaching materials using a variety of activities to develop student interest and performance
6. Establishes standards for individual pupils in terms of ability levels
7. Creates a classroom climate conducive to pupil intellectual, social, emotional and moral development
8. Manages pupil behavior and activities to allow for learning
9. Communicate effectively with students
10. Evaluates and provides feedback on pupil performance continuously by utilizing a variety of sources to insure mastery of the essential elements.
11. Teaches for cognitive, affective, and/or psychomotor learning and transfer
12. Maintains accurate student accounting records and other records in compliance with local and state requirements
13. Participates in in-service workshops
14. Participates in extracurricular activities as assigned
15. Plans for and engages in professional development
16. Interacts and communicates effectively with parents and school staff
17. Participates in the planning, presentation, and evaluation of various school activities
18. Manages the classroom computer lab to promote learning effectiveness and to provide maximum supervision of students
19. Supervises and sponsors activities of the appropriately approved CATE student leadership organization
20. Seeks recommendations, advice, and updated skill methods from advisory committee members by promoting industry/business involvement in the program activities
21. Places students in employment settings according to their interest and qualifications
22. Must complete designated district technology proficiency each year
23. Requires a basic knowledge of technology/computer skills
24. Ability to use personal computer to access district programs, emails, and other resources
25. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
26. Maintain a consistent professional demeanor and appearance
27. Ensure compliance with the Texas Educator’s Code of Ethics
28. Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job

MENTAL DEMANDS

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written), interpret policies and procedures, reason, read, understand verbal instructions, analyze, differentiate, coordinate, compile, instruct, and maintain emotional control.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to lift and/or carry moderate weight (15-44 pounds), sit, stand, walk, reach, repetitive hand motions, hear, speak, travel infrequently within the District and occasionally outside the district/county, may experience prolonged and irregular work hours, work with frequent interruptions, be exposed to heat from computer/electrical shock, unusual noise levels and may experience unusual fatigue factors.

Nondiscrimination Statement:

The Judson School District considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital or veteran status, the presence of a medical condition, disability, or any other legally protected status. 

Salary : $50