Law and Public Safety CTAE Teacher for Gainesville High School for 2026-2027 School Year

Work Location: Gainesville High School

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Calendar: 190 Days

About the Role

The teacher is responsible for imparting knowledge and skills to high school students in the field of law enforcement and public safety. The candidate should have a strong background in law enforcement, public safety, and related occupations. The candidate will utilize research-based theories and strategies to teach, organize, and implement structured lessons for students. Work is performed under the supervision of the principal and CTAE Coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of law, law enforcement, and public safety to lead students in gaining skills and understanding of the principles needed to pursue a career in law enforcement and/or public safety.
• Lead students to the acquisition of industry-recognized certifications in law enforcement and public safety.
• Make industry connections promoting service learning, cooperative education, and work-based learning opportunities for students.
• Assist students as an advisor for student organizations and participation in law and public safety competitions.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to individual differences in students.
• Develop lesson plans and plan lessons in a logical sequence.
• Collaborate with other educators to create a complete educational environment for students.
• Administer group standardized tests as required.
• Use a variety of assessment techniques and/or models to evaluate student performance.
• Utilize technology and devices as tools in the teaching and learning process.
• Participate in school and district professional development to support school improvement and student learning.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
• Enforce rules and regulations as stated in the teacher and student handbook.
• Adhere to policies and procedures established by district, state, and federal guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate Degree or higher required.
• Minimum of two years of occupational work experience in the field required.
• GA Teaching Certification in related content area preferred.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed 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.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to sit and talk or hear.
• Occasionally required to stand or walk.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision.
• Frequent communication through speech.

Work Environment

• The noise level in the work environment is quiet.
• Continuous interaction with students, parents, and staff.

Additional Responsibilities

• Employee must satisfactorily perform each essential function of the position. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to afford persons with disabilities an opportunity to perform the essential functions.
• Employees are expected to attend all required meetings as approved by the supervisor.
• Adhere to the Georgia Professional Standards Commission's Code of Ethics for Educators, all Gainesville City Board of Education policies, administrative regulations, and school system procedures.
• Maintain a criminal history check as required for all employees.