CTE Teacher – Automotive Collision Repair - Judson HS

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The CTE Teacher in the Transportation Services career cluster participates as a member of the instructional staff in planning for teaching, motivating students, developing classroom climate, managing the classroom, interacting with pupils and evaluating pupils.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Certification Requirements

• Valid Texas CTE teaching certificate: Secondary Industrial Technology, Technology Education or Trade & Industrial Education, with appropriate work
• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned. (Trade and Industrial Education Grades 6-12 or 8-12 with appropriate work approval) or
• A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution, two years of full-time wage-earning experience within the past ten years in an approved occupation for the classes you will be teaching, or
• An Associates' Degree from an accredited institution, two years of full-time wage-earning experience within the past ten years in an approved occupation for the classes you will be teaching, or
• High School Diploma or equivalent, five years of full-time wage-earning experience within the past ten years in an approved occupation for the classes you will be teaching
• Eligible military experience may be used in lieu of civilian experience; your EPP will review for eligibility
• Valid Texas Driver’s License
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee.

Experience

• 3-5 years classroom or industry-related experience
• Experience coordinating projects and competing with students at the regional, state and/or national level (i.e. SkillsUSA)
• Experience working within the parameters and standards set forth by NATEF program accreditation and ASE student certifications preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.)

• Plans the long and short range objectives for assigned courses
• Develops lesson plans with the appropriate essential elements
• Collects and uses a variety of information to guide the growth and development of individual pupils
• Maximizes amount of time available for instruction
• Demonstrates effective teaching methods and selects appropriate teaching materials using a variety of activities to develop student interest and performance
• Establishes standards for individual pupils in terms of ability levels
• Creates a classroom climate conducive to pupil intellectual, social, emotional and moral development
• Manages pupil behavior and activities to allow for learning
• Communicates effectively with students
• Evaluates and provides feedback on pupil performance continuously by utilizing a variety of sources to insure mastery of the essential elements
• Teaches for cognitive, affective, and/or psychomotor learning and transfer
• Maintains accurate student accounting records and other records in compliance with local and state requirements
• Participates in in-service workshops
• Participates in extracurricular activities as assigned
• Plans for and engages in professional development
• Interacts and communicates effectively with parents and school staff
• Participates in the planning, presentation, and evaluation of various school activities
• Emphasizes safety by testing all students on the appropriate procedures of all equipment
• Manages the classroom and shop/lab in such a manner as to promote learning effectiveness and to provide maximum supervision of the students
• Supervises and sponsors activities of the appropriately approved CTE student leadership organization
• Provides students information about post-secondary training programs
• Seeks recommendations, advice, and updated skill methods from advisory committee members by promoting industry/business involvement in the program activities
• Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervision and evaluation of District personnel is not a requirement of the position; however, the supervision of students is required.

Equipment Used:

• Office equipment – personal computer, printer, calculator, multi-line telephone, software programs and peripherals, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position.
• Communication equipment – radio communication equipment, cellular telephone
• Video monitoring equipment

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands:

• Frequent: Sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs and/or ramps, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive hand motions, hearing, speaking clearly, visual acuity, distinguishing colors, driving, traveling.
• Occasional: Lifting, moderate, 15-44 pounds; carrying, moderate, 15-44 pounds

Environmental Factors:

• Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise, low or intense illumination, vibration
• Occasional exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.), work outside, work around moving objects or vehicles, work on uneven surfaces, work alone, work prolonged or irregular hours.

Nondiscrimination Statement

The Judson School District considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital or veteran status, the presence of a medical condition, disability, or any other legally protected status.