Milford Mill Academy.CTE -Construction Management.0271

About the role

Provide instructional and leadership services that prepare students with academic critical thinking, computer technology, workplace readiness, and technical skills essential to pursuing career pathways in construction management.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and course/program management at the high school level in residential and commercial construction related to National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certification, focusing on carpentry, HVAC, plumbing, and basic electrical trade skills.
• Demonstrate and implement a "hands-on" approach to critical thinking and problem-solving skills needed for current and future construction industry employment standards.
• Teach teamwork, communications, problem-solving, decision-making, and computer technology relevant to workplace and higher education skills in the construction industry.
• Collaborate with staff and post-secondary institutions to develop and maintain career pathways for students aiming for apprenticeships, licensure, or degree programs in construction trades.
• Prepare instructional materials, maintain equipment, and manage resources to deliver an effective and diverse instructional program.
• Obtain NCCER program certification, including documentation and verification of students' skills aligned with NCCER curriculum standards.
• Provide initial instruction in sections of the Introduction to Engineering and Technology Concepts course as the Construction Management program is established.
• Relate to and effectively teach students aged 13 to 18, fostering their development into productive young adults and community members.
• Lead student experiences in related student organizations.
• Contribute to the school’s mission by working toward school improvement plan and career completer goals.
• Engage with employers and community groups to promote and advance technical skills.
• Participate in student recruitment and selection.
• Create an instructional environment conducive to students' intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development.
• Communicate standards, achievements, and deficiencies to students and parents.
• Maintain complete and accurate student records for academics, attendance, and discipline.
• Monitor and assess students' academic progress.
• Collaborate with administrators, teachers, paraeducators, parents, and community members in student education.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training, and Experience

• Three to five years of industry-related work experience required for state and NCCER certification.
• Teaching experience preferred (student teaching acceptable).
• Experience in one or more major areas of construction, with an emphasis on multiple construction skill sets.

Licenses and Certifications

• Possession of a Maryland Standard Professional Certification in Trades and Industry and NCCER instructor certification.
• OR possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator License appropriate to the area of assignment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of pedagogy principles and practices.
• Knowledge of curriculum, instructional techniques, materials, and equipment.
• Skill in preparing and implementing lesson plans and instructing students.
• Skill in supervising students and managing behavior.
• Strong communication skills with students, parents, administrators, and others.
• Proficiency in using databases, the internet, spreadsheets, word processing, and related applications.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, parents, and staff.
• Ability to maintain confidential information effectively.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

Work requires the ability to bend, stand, and walk in a classroom and laboratory environment for extended periods daily.

Benefits

• Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.