Teacher, CTE Teaching as a Profession / Part-Time (26-27)

General Definition of Work

The CTE Teaching as a Profession Teacher, under general supervision, performs professional work and leadership in an educational environment that encourages and nurtures learning for all students. This position provides supervision to students in a variety of school related settings, monitors and evaluates student outcomes, and develops, selects or modifies lesson plans to ensure student educational needs are met.  The CTE Teaching as a Profession Teacher performs complex work to carry out Board of Education policies and procedures related to classroom instruction and student supervision under the direction of the principal.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must have an overall summary rating of at least “Accomplished” on the North Carolina Educator Evaluation System, a Principal recommendation, and the CTE Director’s acknowledgement.

Salary/Status

Certified Schedule/Full-time, 10 months

Reports To

School Principal

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Develop lesson plans based on the North Carolina Career & Technical Education Essential Standards document that will cover all parts of the Teaching as a Profession course sequence
• Develop lesson plans that will introduce students to, but not limited to, structure of schooling, history of education, science of teaching, art of teaching, and ethical teacher leadership
• Coordinate and monitor field experiences for students at local elementary schools
• Utilize classroom management techniques conducive to an effective classroom climate
• Use appropriate techniques and strategies which promote and enhance critical, creative and innovative thinking capabilities of students
• Coordinate CTE Student Organization activities for local, regional, state and/or national competition
• Work with staff and post-secondary institutions to develop and maintain career pathways, which prepare students for apprenticeship, certification, community college, or university degree programs
• Participate in grade-level meetings, faculty meetings, student intervention teams, professional learning communities (PLCs) and other committees
• Maintain appropriate records
• Establish and maintain a safe and orderly learning environment
• Oversee school equipment and ensure students use it properly
• Create an inclusive environment with positive communication
• Perform related work as assigned or required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of curriculum in assigned area
• Comprehensive knowledge on how to utilize appropriate data and information to make instructional decisions for students
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of various learning styles, curriculum development and program evaluation, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning
• Knowledge of supplies to be used within the Teaching as a Profession classroom(s)
• Knowledge of Common Core and NC Essential Standards
• Skilled in the use of current software to include word processing, spreadsheets, and desktop publishing applications
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
• Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
• Ability to develop related charts, graphs, reports, and records pertaining to school planning and strategy
• Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new and/or current programs
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in education required
• Valid NC Teacher License in a secondary area required
• Three years minimum of classroom teaching experience required
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license or ability to provide own transportation
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings