What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher - Vocational - Computer Science SY24-25 position at Baltimore City Public Schools?
Plans and implements an instructional program in Career Technology Education (CTE) and provides related educational services for students in a skills-based learning environment. Manages student behavior, assesses, and evaluates student achievement, and modifies instructional activities as required. Carries out a variety of student monitoring and control activities and provides instructional and leadership services that prepare students with the related academic, critical thinking, computer technology, workplace readiness and technical skills essential to pursuing careers career pathways in cosmetology and related services. Prepares students to sit for and successfully pass the aligned industry certification exams.
Serves as a CTE classroom teacher in a high school (grades 9 through 12). Classes taught may be single grade or multi grade level, are most often subject oriented, but may be skill or specialty focused. Supervises classroom activities to include laboratory experiences. Some positions require working off-site or in a combination of off-site and classroom settings. Performs duties within a team or department setting but might work independently in a unique teaching specialty. Some positions may be assigned to science labs or individual arts/technology education labs where the use of chemicals and machinery necessitates a higher level of monitoring to prevent accidental injury to students. Works with staff and post-secondary institutions to develop and maintain career pathways that prepare students for certification, internships, externships, apprenticeships, licensure, employment, community college or university degree programs.
- Instructs students in the knowledge and skills required in a specific occupation or occupational field, using a systematic plan of lectures, discussions, audiovisual presentations, laboratory, shop, and field studies.
- Plans and implements appropriate instructional/learning strategies and activities, including determining appropriate kinds and levels of materials.
- Utilizes a variety of instructional materials and available multimedia and computer technology to enhance learning.
- Develops, adapts, modifies, and individualizes educational materials, resources, techniques, methods, and strategies to meet the needs of students within the Baltimore City curriculum framework.
- Prepares students to sit for and successfully pass the aligned industry certification exams
- Instructs and monitors students in the use and care of equipment and materials, in order to prevent injury and damage.
- Ensures that the classroom and instructional environment are attractive, healthy, safe, and conducive to learning and that materials are in good condition and accessible to students.
- Assesses student abilities as related to desired educational goals, objectives, and outcomes.
- Continually assesses student achievement and maintains appropriate assessment and evaluation documentation for institutional and individual reporting purposes.
- Continually communicates with students on instructional expectations and keeps them informed of their progress in meeting those expectations.
- Ensures continuous communication with parents, both written and oral, to keep them informed of student progress.
- Manages the behavior of learners in instructional settings to ensure that the environment is conducive to the learning process, as well as assists and participates in the management of student behavior in other parts of the school, center, school grounds, or on work site.
- Monitors student behavior in non-instructional areas as assigned or required and intervenes to control and modify disruptive behavior, reporting to administrator as appropriate.
- Maintains accurate and complete student records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
- Enforces all administration policies and rules governing students.
- Participates in in-service and staff development activities and staff meetings as required or assigned.
- Coordinates instructional activities and collaborates with other professional staff, both school and non-school-based as required, in order to maximize learning opportunities.
- Collaborates with other professionals (guidance counselors, librarians, etc.) to carry out school-wide instructional or related activities.
- Demonstrates an understanding of and leads student experiences in SkillsUSA and other student organizations.
- Experience in one or more of the major areas of Computer Science with an emphasis on multiple area skill sets
- Teaching experience preferred (student teaching acceptable)
- Bachelor's Degree or higher in Career and Technology Education or in the career area to be taught OR
- Bachelor's Degree or higher and 2 years of occupational experience in the career area to be taught OR
- Associate's Degree in the career area to be taught and 2 years of occupational experience in the career area to be taught OR
- High School Diploma or equivalent and 3 years of occupational experience in the career area to be taught
- Candidates will be required to complete eligibility requirements for licensure in Professional and Technical Education by the Maryland State Department of Education.
Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:
- Completed online application
- Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
- Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE licensure
- Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
- All documentation/licensure necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
- All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application
Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org
Baltimore City Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and encourages resumes from bi-lingual or multi-lingual candidates.
Baltimore City Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry or national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in its employment, programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. For inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies, please contact Equal Opportunity Manager, Title IX Coordinator Equal Employment Opportunity and Title IX Compliance Office 200 E. North Avenue, Room 208 Baltimore, MD 21202; 410-396-8542 (phone); 410-396-2955 (fax).
This position is affiliated with the Baltimore Teachers Union (BTU) bargaining union.
This position is affiliated with the State Retirement Plan.
