Sophomore Exploratory-Construction Trades Lab Instructor

STARTING DATE:            2025-2026 School Year

REPORTS TO:                  Career Tech Supervisor

WORK YEAR:                   185 days as per Board-adopted calendar

SALARY RANGE:             Appropriate step on Teacher's Salary Schedule - Commensurate with experience and education

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Valid/Appropriate Ohio teaching license/certificate in Workforce Development (CT) / Construction Technologies / Construction Foundations related areas, or ability to obtain
• Ability to instruct high school students in an introductory construction trades program using a combination of subject matter and relevant experiences
• Highly motivated self-starter with a passion for teaching and demonstrated ability to individualize instruction and work with students having a variety of needs and abilities in a team environment
• Proficiency with technology
• Excellent planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Proficient in all aspects of residential construction, including but not limited to rough and finish framing, basic residential wiring, interior finishing, and basic masonry skills
• Proficient in the safe use of standard hand / power equipment used in construction
• Demonstrated understanding of Ohio’s graduation expectations and Ohio Career Technology / Academic Content Standards
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the Construction Industry preferred
• Ability to develop positive working relationships with area employers
• Minimum of Associate Degree preferred
• Meet all mandated health requirements (e.g., negative tuberculosis test, etc.)
• Documented evidence of a clear criminal record

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Develop, plan and implement appropriate lessons using the approved course of study/academic content standards/ Career Tech competencies
• Design and administer appropriate assessments for students
• Enforce and maintain proper classroom rules for discipline and management
• Work collaboratively and effectively with staff, students, parents and form positive relationships with business and industry representatives
• Actively prepare students for both academic and Career Tech competency tests
• Provide leadership in student management, classroom instruction, curriculum development, and career/technical club activities
• Maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of the resources provided by the district
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media and technology consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the students involved
• Maintain complete and accurate records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation
• Actively assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulation and Board Policy
• Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parent/guardian concerning classroom performance and behavior
• Utilize Board approved course of study as the basis for instruction
• Work under the guidelines of Penta’s Mission Statement and goals
• Attend district and state professional development events
• Remain free of any non-prescribed controlled substance or alcohol abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the district
• Assume any other responsibilities as assigned by the Board of Education, Superintendent, Career Technical Director, Supervisor, or their designee(s)

DEADLINE:        Posted until filled.  Submit letter of interest, application and résumé.

APPLY TO:        https://pentacareercenter.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Penta Career Center hereby gives notice that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, disability/handicap, age, citizenship status, or veteran status in its educational programs, activities, employment policies, or admission policies and practices, as required by law.  Penta has a Section 504, Title VI, and Title IX coordinator.              

November, 2024