CTE Teacher: Engineering

Michigan City Area Schools•Michigan City, IN

22h

About The Position

The CTE Teacher: Engineering plans, organizes, and implements an instructional program that guides students in developing and fulfilling their academic potential. The teacher develops syllabi and lesson plans, delivers instruction that supports active learning, and collaborates with the department to provide consistent, sequenced educational experiences aligned with state standards. The role includes preparing the classroom and learning resources, using relevant technology and instructional equipment, and selecting varied teaching methods to address students’ needs. The teacher monitors and evaluates student performance and development; assigns, grades, and provides feedback on coursework; encourages student progress; and maintains accurate records and reports as required by law, district policy, and school regulations. The teacher manages classroom behavior, establishes positive relationships with students, and provides academic counseling and encouragement. Participation in extracurricular activities and school, department, and parent meetings is also part of the role. The teacher keeps current with developments in the subject area, teaching resources, and methods, and updates instructional plans and activities as appropriate.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution.
Meet the professional teacher education requirements of Michigan City Area Schools and the State of Indiana.
Possess or be eligible for Indiana certification.
Relevant teaching or student teaching experience.

Responsibilities

Develop course syllabi and lesson plans.
Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning.
Collaborate with the department to provide consistent, sequenced educational experiences aligned with state standards.
Establish and communicate clear objectives for learning activities.
Prepare the classroom for class activities and provide learning materials and resources.
Select instructional resources and methods to meet students’ varying needs.
Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
Use relevant technology to support instruction.
Observe and evaluate students’ performance and development.
Assign and grade classwork, homework, tests, and assignments, and provide appropriate feedback.
Encourage and monitor individual students’ progress.
Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development, and prepare required reports.
Manage student behavior by establishing and enforcing classroom rules and procedures, maintaining discipline, and applying appropriate disciplinary measures when necessary.
Build positive relationships with students by counseling those with academic problems and providing encouragement.
Participate in extracurricular activities, including social and sporting activities, clubs, and student organizations.
Participate in department, school, and parent meetings.
Communicate information about student progress and needs to students, colleagues, and parents.
Keep up to date with developments in the subject area, teaching resources, and methods, and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities.