High School Vocational Teacher - Marketing

About the Role

To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, responsible, and productive citizens. Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at times designated.

• Plans a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of established district curriculum goals, establishes and communicates clear objectives to the students for all lessons, units, and projects.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor as required by the teachers' contract.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Strives by instruction and action to implement the district's philosophy of education, instructional goals and objectives, and performance expectations.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis; provides progress reports as required and communicates with parents as deemed necessary.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Diagnoses the learning challenges of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Follows the SPS code of conduct for the classroom, consistent with established administrative policies, and develops rules of classroom behavior which are enforced in a fair and just manner.
• Plans and supervises assignments for paraprofessionals and makes written evaluations as required.
• Maintains an ongoing program of professional growth that satisfies district requirements and personal expectations as a professional.
• Takes an active part in the contractually-approved teacher evaluation process, contributing to a mutual agreement concerning the results of that evaluation.
• Attends building and district meetings to promote communication and mutual decision-making among the staff; said meetings to be held during the extended day.
• Attends established traditional school-sponsored activities (e.g., Back to School Night, Open House, programs, activities) agreed upon by the building administrator and the faculty consistent with the teachers' contract.
• Contributes to the decisions made by the district and building regarding budget, facilities, curriculum, and personal well-being.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence.

Framework Strands

• Strand One: Safety and Health Knowledge
• Strand Two: Technical Standards Knowledge and Skills
• Strand Three: Embedded Academics
• Strand Four: Employability
• Strand Five: Management and Entrepreneurship
• Strand Six: Technology

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Five years of recent (within the last seven), full-time employment experience directly related to trade shop and state trade/union license.
• Passing score of at least 70% on the written and performance tests for Licensure.
• Passing score on the Vocational Technical Literacy (VTLST) and the Communication and Literacy Skills Test (Marketing 9-12) expected to be completed as soon as possible from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

About Our District

Springfield Public Schools is a cultural gem in Western Massachusetts committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our amazing students and staff. We strive to equip each of our approximately 24,000 students with learning experiences that enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the 3rd largest district in Massachusetts. Our district has over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by both students and staff. We foster a positive and professional environment in our schools and worksites where people feel valued, respected, supported, seen, and heard. Our students and staff share their ideas and perspectives, learning from and appreciating each other. We are a district committed to equity and excellence.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and benefits.
• Numerous cutting-edge professional development opportunities for all staff, shaped by district data to ensure relevance and actionability.
• Support from instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches for lesson planning, data analysis, and management.
• Career advancement opportunities and investment in "Grow our Own" and educational pipeline programs to help staff achieve college degrees or certification pathways.