Director of Career and Technical Education & Career Readiness

Dickinson Independent School District•Dickinson, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Direct and manage the district Career and Technical Education program and facilities to meet the needs of students. Serve as an instructional leader in the development and improvement of instructional programs in Career and Technical Education.

Requirements

Master’s degree
Certified Appraiser for the Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS)
Certified Teacher certified by the State Board for Educator Certification
Working knowledge of federal and state code governing Career and Technical Education
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Ability to coordinate district functions
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Ability to interpret data
Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
Five (5) years of administrative experience in Texas public schools

Nice To Haves

Principal experience

Responsibilities

Oversee the development of innovative Career and Technical Education instructional programs and ensure that curricular documents, instructional support materials, student assessment instruments, and admission criteria are in place for each program.
Ensure that curriculum renewal is continuous and responsive to student needs.
Identify and define local job opportunities for students.
Recruit employers to hire students and work with the district to make opportunities for experiential learning.
Provide all campuses with career exploration and awareness resources and testing materials.
Evaluate the Career and Technical Education program effectiveness based on evaluative findings (including student achievement data) and recommend changes.
Ensure student progress is evaluated and that findings are used to make the Career and Technical Education programs more effective.
Implement district student-management policies and ensure enforcement of the Student Code of Conduct and the student handbook.
Establish and maintain open lines of communication with parents, students, teachers, business partners, and community members.
Implement the policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
Recommend sound policies to improve the Career and Technical Education program.
Compile, maintain, file, and present reports, records, and other documents.
Develop and administer a budget based on documented needs and ensure that operations are cost-effective and funds are managed wisely.
Maintain a current inventory of supplies and equipment, and recommend the disposal and replacement of equipment when necessary.
Approve and forward purchase orders for the department to the accounting department.
Prepare, review, and revise job descriptions of Career and Technical Education staff with the support of the campus principals.
Develop training options and/or improvement plans to ensure effective operation of the Career and Technical Education department.
Select, train, supervise, evaluate staff, and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
Assume responsibility for Career and Technical Education facilities and ensure equipment/materials are available and in optimal operating condition.
Regularly communicate with FFA teachers to ensure the DISD Agricultural Facility is in optimal condition.
Conduct regular inspections of the DISD Agricultural Facility to ensure optimal conditions are present (morning, evening, and weekend visits should occur on a randomized basis).
Conduct regular meetings with parents, students, and teachers to ensure the health and welfare of animals.
Maintain an effective relationship with Facilities service members to ensure a well-maintained Agricultural Facility.
Assist students, parents, and teachers with career, college, and scholarship information.
Use appropriate and effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
Supervise and evaluate the performance of all CTE personnel.