Architectural Design Instructor - Career and Technical Education (CTE) - Guthrie Center - School Year 2026-2027

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach and enhance classes that meet the need for priority occupations in architecture.
• Adhere to the district's philosophy of instruction.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Plan, develop and deliver instruction physically and digitally including extensive use of approved learning management systems and other personalized learning vehicles.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies and administrative regulations.
• Integrate academic core curriculum into meaningful, relevant curriculum; conduct effective classroom and lab instruction while maintaining discipline; create and maintain a positive, safe learning environment.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teacher to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other staff members to determine instructional goals, objectives and methods according to district requirements.
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Sponsor/co-sponsor an approved career and technical student organization and promote student participation in leadership and competition opportunities.
• Maintain a positive, safe learning environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook in the classroom and at work sites.
• Aid in the selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.
• Distribute workload of inventory, ordering, and receiving for supplies and other duties equitably among peers.

CTE Program Support

• Continue development and refinement of an innovative, industry-standard program that meets the need for continued post-secondary education and priority occupations in the field of Architectural Design.
• Collaborate with principals, teachers, higher education and industry advisors to provide work-based experiences for students.
• Maintain industry partnerships and post-secondary relations that promote course articulation, dual credit, work-based learning opportunities, and advising the Architectural Design program and curriculum relevancy.

Communication

• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals and teachers.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Work with counselors, staff, parents, and students to develop recruitment plan and monitor enrollment in Architectural Design classes.
• Recruit for the program by providing communication about activities and events that will assist recruiting potential students from other schools for digital and print distribution.
• Collaborate with principals, teachers, higher education, and industry advisors.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in state, district, and campus staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Compile, maintain and file all physical and digital reports, records and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees and CTE advisory boards as required.

Other

• Plan and organize program budget expenses and maintain accurate financial records of fundraising and expenses of student activity accounts.
• Maintain accurately timely local, state and federal records as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.