Teacher, CTE MS PLTW Gateway & Business Education (26-27)

About the role

The CTE Teacher, Middle School Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Gateway and Business, under moderate supervision, performs instructional work with limited decision-making discretion providing leadership in the educational environment that encourages and nurtures learning for all students. The teacher supervises, monitors, and evaluates students while developing lesson plans to ensure all student needs are met. Employee performs school-based work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the principal.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Adhere to the North Carolina Professional Teaching Standards
• Assist school administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct. Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure. Maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
• Create a culture of effectiveness by setting high standards and expectations for all students
• Plan and implement a program of study in Business, Technology, and Computer Science that meets the needs, interests, and abilities of students. Encourage students to explore computer science concepts and skills by creating tangible, shareable, and personally relevant projects
• Teach knowledge of current industry practices, trends, and application of skills required for careers in related fields including computational analysis, physical computing, hardware design, and software and app development
• Instruct students individually and in groups using various teaching methods
• Create a classroom environment that provides for student engagement in the learning process and enables students to achieve learning objectives
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in accordance with goals established by the district and establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and communicates these objectives to students
• Establish learning objectives based on student needs, requirements of North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI), Standard Course of Study, and district curriculum framework
• Prepare for classes assigned, and show written evidence of preparation upon request
• Diagnose the learning challenges of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of central office staff as required. Maintain accurate records as required for Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and 504 Plans
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities
• Manage inventory of CTE course items, supplies, materials, equipment and tools
• Encourage students to explore learning opportunities and persevere through challenges
• Use appropriate techniques and strategies which promote critical, creative, and evaluative thinking capabilities of students
• Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to assess students' progress
• Assign and grade classwork and homework
• Act as test administrator for the North Carolina Test Program and fulfills requirements as designated in the North Carolina School Test Coordinator's Handbook, the Proctor's Guide for the North Carolina Testing Program and the North Carolina State Board of Education Policy GCS-A-010
• Observe and assess students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical needs on a regular basis
• Meet with parents/guardians to discuss student progress, determine priorities and resource needs, and encourage parent involvement. Confer with parents/guardians, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic challenges
• Prepare and implement enrichment programs and remediation
• Attend Professional Learning Community (PLC) and staff meetings for data analysis and instructional planning
• Participate in professional development focused on the acquiring and improving skills and to stay knowledgeable of current developments in the Business Education and Computer Science fields
• Cook up CTE Student Organization activities for local, regional, state and/or national competition
• Perform safety functions/drills to maintain a safe instructional environment. Take all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
• Perform related work as assigned or required

Requirements

• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of curriculum in Business, Technology, and Computer Science Education
• Comprehensive knowledge of how to utilize appropriate data and information to make instructional decisions for students
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of various learning styles, curriculum development and program evaluation, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning
• Knowledge of careers related to Business, Technology, and Computer Science
• Knowledge of and skill in the use of database, Internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans
• Skilled in communication, both verbal and written
• Skilled in computers and software including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment, or software related to instructional practice and business needs
• Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment
• Bachelor's degree required
• Valid NC teaching license with business education area, CTE restricted license, or residency license with a business education area required
• Completion of PLTW training required prior to teaching any PLTW course required

Qualifications

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

Pay

Schedule/Full-time, 10 months

Salary/Status: Certified

Teacher Scale: Y

Minimum Educational Requirements: Bachelors

Term: 10 Month

Additional Job Information: # of Jobs: 1.00

Special Requirements: Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation

Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Work often requires bending, squatting, reaching, with the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights and rarely, the lifting of weights above 30 pounds
• Work regularly requires the exchange of accurate and detailed information through verbal and written communication
• Constantly operates a computer and other office business equipment
• The work is usually sedentary but requires standing and walking around the classroom and school. Requires ability to remain in stationary position for required meetings/work
• Able to move to other work locations
• Visual acuity requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications
• Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating standard office equipment, and use of advanced technology
• Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions
• The work occasionally handles/works with biohazards and/or risks for potential job-related injury
• Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g., business office, light traffic)
• Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions
• Must be adaptable to performing under mild to high levels of stress