Plumbing Instructor

Indian Capital Technology Center•Muskogee, OK

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Indian Capital Technology Center is hiring a Plumbing Instructor responsible for instruction, operation, and curriculum development for the assigned career major. The instructor provides classroom instruction and lab training, develops syllabi, lesson plans, and instructional materials, and supervises student learning experiences in accordance with industry standards and the school’s instructional philosophy. The role evaluates student progress and adjusts instruction to help students pass relevant industry credentials, certificates, or licensure tests. The instructor also supports student recruitment, advising, retention, job placement, and student organization activities. Responsibilities include maintaining student records, managing the classroom and lab, supporting program budgeting and purchasing, maintaining equipment and supply inventories, and collaborating with colleagues, administrators, employers, agencies, and community organizations. The position is a ten-month, exempt instructional role classified on the Certified Instructional Personnel salary schedule, with placement at Level 1, 2, or 3 according to degree attainment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred; if the candidate does not have a degree, they must work toward an associate degree in accordance with ODCTE certification requirements for the instructional area.
Must meet the educational requirements of the program’s approval body and/or accrediting agency.
Must be eligible for teaching credentials required by ODCTE, the Oklahoma State Department of Education, and/or the relevant accrediting agency.
Oklahoma Plumbing Journeyman or Contractor License required.
Must meet current experience standards established by the applicable approval body and/or accrediting agency.
Excellent management, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Ability to maintain a safe, attractive, orderly, and learning-conducive classroom and lab.
Ability to manage a budget, maintain inventory, and order supplies and equipment.
Technical competence to teach each assigned career major.
Regular attendance and ability to follow a designated work schedule.
Ability to work extended hours and additional days or evenings as required and attend scheduled meetings or conferences within or outside the state.
Ability to read and understand extensive documents, regulations, and reference materials.
Ability to meet and confer with individuals or groups about a variety of topics, including confidential matters.
Ability to legally operate a vehicle for statewide travel.
Ability to lift, handle, and carry books, manuals, files, and related items.
Ability to multitask and manage multiple student projects simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

At least three years of successful work experience within the last five years in the career pathway or career major to be taught.
Successful teaching experience in a vocational program.
Other experience associated with delivering instruction and supervising students.

Responsibilities

Define the program’s short- and long-range educational needs and maintain a current individual strategic plan.
Follow district policies and procedures, participate in professional learning communities, and implement state standards and quality indicators.
Prepare and submit required reports and documents to relevant state agencies and the district.
Attend faculty, staff, school, and other meetings or events necessary to perform the job, including events outside normal work hours.
Support student retention, completion, job placement, and continuing education; maintain follow-up records on former students.
Plan, prepare, and hold advisory committee meetings, including at least one meeting per year.
Provide classroom instruction and laboratory training for the assigned career major.
Prepare syllabi, lesson plans, and instructional materials for group and individualized instruction.
Supervise student experiences in their selected specialty areas and maintain appropriate classroom discipline.
Evaluate instruction and student progress and modify instruction to support success on industry credentials, certificates, or licensure tests.
Organize and manage classroom and lab operations to support effective teaching and learning.
Maintain clean, orderly, secure, and safe classroom, lab, and office environments.
Incorporate academic and work-readiness skill development into the instructional program.
Maintain classroom and lab equipment and establish timely maintenance procedures.
Keep accurate student attendance, progress, performance, and confidential records.
Attend training to update professional knowledge and skills.
Assist the marketing team with student recruitment and provide prospective students with program information.
Help students with education and career decisions and locate resources for personal and academic needs.
Develop activity schedules consistent with local and state guidelines and promote student organization participation in skill and leadership activities.
Assist with job placement responsibilities.
Help prepare and administer the program budget, control expenditures, and maintain equipment and supply inventories.
Complete and submit the five-year special equipment fund request form on time.
Participate in an annual performance evaluation with the Campus Director or designated administrator.
Maintain professional relationships and communication with instructors, administrators, staff, community contacts, employers, and agencies.
Develop employer and agency contacts and advisory teams to support program development, student placement, and career planning.
Stay informed about technological updates and promote the program and school through community activities, business and civic meetings, and exhibitions.
Perform other duties as directed by the Program Coordinator, Campus Director, Assistant Director, or Superintendent.