CTE - Exploring Technology Systems Teacher - Interim @ WC Friday Middle Leadership Academy
About The Position
Under general supervision, teaches one or more classes in the field to students in grades 6 through 12, assists in other school programs as assigned, and creates a flexible program and environment favorable to learning and personal growth in accordance with each student’s ability. The teacher plans, organizes, and presents instruction in technology systems and related Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics concepts, including robotics and infrastructure. The role includes adapting instruction to students’ varying needs, supporting their educational and social development, maintaining an orderly and productive classroom or studio environment, assessing student progress, communicating with families and counselors, and participating in school and district activities. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Technology Education or Engineering, or a related field, and a North Carolina Teacher License (00820) or eligibility for licensure. A strong background in engineering, construction management, graphic design, network technology, or industrial design is required. If offered the position, the prospective employee must pass a health exam, criminal records check, and drug test.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Technology Education or Engineering from a regionally accredited college or university; related examples include Architecture, Construction, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing, and Industrial Arts.
- Hold a North Carolina Teacher License (00820) or be eligible for licensure.
- Strong background in engineering, construction management, graphic design, network technology, or industrial design.
- Ability to meet the needs of all learners, plan and improve instruction, and motivate students.
- Ability to maintain a clean and orderly environment and classroom order and discipline.
- Ability to analyze situations, identify options, and make appropriate decisions based on facts.
- Ability to develop and compile records and reports, maintain basic files, and operate common office machines.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and communicate information effectively in oral and written form.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, teachers, parents, and administrators.
- Ability to adapt to stress and emergency situations and exercise tact and courtesy in frequent public contact.
- Skill in assessment and using assessment data for teaching and learning.
- Understanding of the growth and development of assigned students.
- Experience with Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).
- Experience with Smartboard© and other forms of technology.
- Pass a required health exam, criminal records check, and drug test if offered the position.
- Physical ability to stand, walk, handle objects and controls, reach, talk, hear, and occasionally sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
- Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and perform the stated light-work demands, including exerting up to 20 pounds of force as described.
- Close and peripheral vision, ability to adjust focus, and visual acuity for preparing data, working with records, and extensive reading and research.
- Physical ability to operate equipment such as computers and copiers.
Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, and present instruction in environments that support students’ subject-matter learning and educational and social development.
- Teach how technology systems interact with the world in relation to STEM concepts, including robotics and infrastructure.
- Teach citizenship and basic subject matter specified by state law and school district regulations and procedures.
- Develop instructional plans and organize class time to balance instruction, demonstration, and student work.
- Provide individual and small-group instruction tailored to students with varying intellectual abilities and learning needs.
- Establish and maintain pupil behavior standards for an orderly and productive studio environment.
- Teach students proper care and use of materials and equipment, manage storage areas, and control equipment use to prevent loss or abuse.
- Evaluate student performance and growth in knowledge and understanding, and prepare progress reports.
- Maintain professional competence through district in-service education and/or self-selected professional growth activities.
- Communicate with parents and school counselors about student progress.
- Cooperate in school-wide student supervision during out-of-classroom activities.
- Participate in faculty and/or district committees and sponsor student activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
