CTE - Business/Marketing Teacher

Comal ISD•San Antonio, TX

23h

About The Position

The CTE - Business/Marketing Teacher provides students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the assigned core academic subject area to support intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth and help students develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society. CTE areas include Engineering, Health Science, Computer Science, Automotive Technology, Arts & AV Technology, Marketing/Finance/Business Education, Ag Science, Criminal Justice, Aviation, Construction & Architecture, and Family Consumer Science Education. The teacher develops and implements lessons aligned with district curriculum and applicable Texas Education Agency, board, and administrative guidelines. The role involves adapting instruction to students’ learning styles and needs, assessing student progress, maintaining a supportive classroom, communicating with families and the school community, participating in professional development and school activities, and maintaining required records. The teacher supervises assigned teacher aides and may perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university is preferred.
Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements, or required training, for the assigned subject and level.
Demonstrated competency in the assigned subject area.
Knowledge of the CTE content area; industry experience is preferred.
Awareness of CTE Programs of Study and Industry Based Certifications.
Knowledge of the assigned core academic subject.
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
At least one year of student teaching or an approved internship.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Industry experience in the CTE content area.
ESL certification for high school teachers.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill district curriculum requirements and provide written evidence of preparation as required.
Prepare lessons that accommodate differences in student learning styles.
Present subject matter according to Texas Education Agency guidelines, board policies, and administrative regulations.
Plan and use appropriate instructional strategies, activities, materials, and equipment based on students’ learning styles and needs.
Assess student learning styles and use the results to plan instructional activities.
Work with special education teachers to modify curricula for students according to their Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Collaborate with staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods in accordance with district requirements.
Plan and supervise assignments of teacher aides and volunteers.
Use technology to strengthen the teaching and learning process.
Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
Assess student achievement through formal and informal testing.
Assume responsibility for assigned extracurricular activities and sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.
Serve as a positive role model and support the school district’s mission.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and to students’ physical, social, and emotional development.
Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
Maintain open communication through conferences with parents, students, principals, teachers, and community members.
Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and community members, and communicate information accurately and clearly.
Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
Compile, maintain, and file required physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
Maintain district records according to district policies and learn the records retention schedule for department records.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervise assigned teacher aides.