CTE Teacher - Law Enforcement - Judson High School 2024-2025

Primary Purpose

The CTE Teacher 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.

Education and Certification Requirements

• 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
• Texas Administrative Code (TAC) requires that candidates seeking CTE certification based on skill and experience must complete an approved educator preparation program (EPP)
  • 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 a 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
• Plus, valid license appropriate for the assignment
• Valid Texas Driver’s License
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee.

Special Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge and skills in Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice Programs
• Knowledge of law enforcement and criminal justice laws and regulations
• Knowledge of CTE content area and experience in industry.
• Awareness of CTE Programs of Study and Industry Based Certifications
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Supervision and sponsoring of work-based learning and/or student organizations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans the long and short range objectives for assigned courses.
• Implements the state and District curricula.
• Develops lesson plans with 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.
• Uses research-based best practices in teaching and learning.
• 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.
• Teaches for cognitive, affective, and/or psychomotor learning and transfer.
• Maintains accurate student accounting records and other reports in compliance with local and state requirements.
• Participates in professional development activities.
• Participates in extracurricular activities as assigned.
• Interacts and communicates effectively with parents and school staff.
• Participates in the planning, presentation, and evaluation of various school activities.
• Maintain a consistent professional demeanor and appearance
• Ensure compliance with the Texas Educator’s Code of Ethics
• 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.