Career Exploration Instructor

MT. BLUE REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT - RSU 9

227 MAIN STREET, FARMINGTON, ME 04938

Phone (207) 778-6571 Fax (207) 778-4160

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Career Exploration Instructor

Foster Career & Technical Education Center

Job Goal(s): The person employed in this position will be providing academic, vocational, career, and personal guidance and counseling for Career and Technical Education (CTE) students. The primary responsibility will be to work with satellite program students, RSU 9 students, and prospective students in grades 6-10.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience at the high school level or vocational/technical education setting is desirable.
• Proficiency in instructional design, curriculum development, and classroom management.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations and adapt teaching strategies to meet individual needs. Promotes a positive and desirable atmosphere within the classroom setting to ensure maximum student motivation.
• Supervises classroom and students and Educational Technician and volunteers.
• Maintains a high degree of discipline in the classroom to ensure maximum learning.
• Establishes a high degree of student/instructor rapport.
• Utilizes all possible curriculum resources available.
• Accountable for the cleanliness of classroom/lab/storage areas.
• Prepares reports such as requisitions and quarterly student grades.
• Maintain professional competence through in-service education.
• Participate in faculty committees and sponsorship of pupil activities.
• Work cooperatively with all aspects of the school administrative team/faculty and citizens to ensure the highest quality of educational programs.
• Assignment may include day and evening responsibilities.
  
  

Certifications

• Requires a degree in a counseling, education, or related field
• Maine Department of Education certification: Building Administrator (040), Assistant Building Administrator (045), or School Counselor (075) are acceptable certifications for this position.
  
  

Performance Responsibilities

• Curriculum Development
• Create lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments that cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Instructional Delivery
• Foster a collaborative learning environment that encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork.
• Hands-On Training
• Supervise and guide students in real-world projects, simulations, and lab exercises.
• Instruct students on safe working practices and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Industry Partnerships: Establish and maintain partnerships with local businesses, industry professionals, and educational institutions to enhance student learning experiences.
• Arrange guest lectures, industry visits, and internship opportunities for students to gain real-world exposure.
• Professional Development
• Pursue relevant certifications and credentials to enhance teaching expertise and credibility.
• Other job-related duties as assigned by the Foster CTEC Director
  
  

Legal and Ethical Duties

• Maintains confidentiality concerning all aspects of student performance including written and oral records.
• Demonstrates respect for the legal and human rights of students and staff
• Follows health and safety procedures established by RSU9/ FCTEC.
• Arrives and departs punctually, notifying appropriate personnel about absences and coverage.
• Demonstrates dependability, integrity, and other ethical standards.
  
  

Experience

• Must have practical experience in the subject/trade area.
  
  

FLSA Status: Exempt

The above job description reflects the general requirements necessary to describe the principal functions or responsibilities of the job identified and shall not be interpreted as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job, either at present or in the future.