What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher - Automotive Technologies (Career and Technical Education) position at Hoover City Schools?
HOOVER CITY SCHOOLS
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Teacher - Automotive Technologies -Career and Technical Education (Part-Time, One Year Only)
RESPONSIBLE TO: Executive Director of Career and Technical Education
Job Goals: To implement an educational program for the designated grade level and career and technical education subject area using the current designated course of study and to serve as an integral part of the school system facilitating instruction and career opportunities for students
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent and seven (7) years full-time work experience within the past ten (10) years in the area to be taught; or completion of regionally accredited postsecondary certificate/diploma program and five (5) years full-time work experience (as defined above) within past seven (7) years in area to be taught; or completion of regionally accredited postsecondary associate’s degree program and three (3) years of full-time work experience (as defined above) within past seven (7) years in area to be taught; or completion of bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited senior institution and one (1) year of full-time work experience (as defined above) within the past three years in area to be taught.
- Posses industry certifications that align with curriculum requirements
- Completion of all state requirements to gain teacher certification.
- Passing scores on the basic skills assessment, AECAP in Reading, Writing, and Mathematics
- Ability to meet suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457
- Ability to develop and implement curriculum and programming specific to the needs of students at the designated grade level(s) and in the designated content area(s)/subject(s)
- Proficiency in oral and written communication skills.
- Effective interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on communication and collaboration with a wide variety of people and groups.
- Ability to solve problems as a productive team member
- Ability to use technology to communicate, plan and provide instruction, facilitate student learning, manage data, and produce/submit required reports, correspondence, and/or financial information
- Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity to perform job responsibilities.
- Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals, and priorities
- Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of career technical education in the subject/field/cluster assigned
- Demonstrates knowledge of current educational research and implements best instructional practices
- Utilizes technology to plan and provide instruction and facilitate student learning
- Models appropriate and innovative use of technology for students
- Facilitates and monitors the integration of technology in the classroom
- Creates or selects long-range instructional plans based on a review of system and state curriculum priorities, student profiles, and instructional priorities
- Defines goals and objectives for long-range instructional, departmental, and daily lesson plans
- Sequences content and activities appropriately; paces lessons and instruction to encourage student achievement
- Instructs students in the use, care, maintenance, and safe operation of program equipment and tools in the assigned field of instruction
- Maintains contact with the business/industry community to keep abreast of job entry requirements, current technology and practices in the designated content field, and for student referrals and placements.
- Develops, implements, and revises instructional plans and lessons according to the Compliance Monitoring documents
- Establishes and maintains a learning environment in which students are actively engaged in the learning process
- Provides instruction in workplace skills (e.g., punctuality, interpersonal relationships, leadership, problem-solving, ethics, and good work habits)
- Establishes a Career Technical Advisory Committee following Compliance Monitoring guidelines to determine program needs and to maintain positive business/industry relationships
- Interprets and uses data (including but not limited to standardized and other test results) for instructional planning and program evaluation
- It uses ongoing assessments, traditional and alternative, to monitor student progress, verify that learning is occurring, and adjust curriculum and instruction.
- Provides feedback to students about the appropriateness of responses and quality of work with a focus on improving student performance
- Administers standardized tests and credentialing assessments in accordance with directions provided, including proctoring and secure handling of materials
- Communicates high learning expectations for all students
- Engages in continuing improvement of professional knowledge and skills.
- Supports school improvement initiatives by active participation in school activities, events, ceremonies, services and programs
- Attends local, state, and national staff development programs, workshops, and conferences to improve professional performance and knowledge as requested
- Adheres to local Board policies, administrative procedures, and other like directives, as well as state, federal, and local laws
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor(s)
This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities, and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Hoover City Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.
