Building Trades Teacher (HVAC and R specialty)

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK

Under the direction of the CTEC principal plan and provide for appropriate learning experiences for students. Provide an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual physical social and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every student. Supervise students in a variety of school related settings. Plan instruction monitor and evaluate student outcomes. Communicate and interact with students parents staff and the community. Ensure that students learn the practical skills to work in Building Trades with an emphasis on the HVAC & R field and that they safely and effectively operate equipment and tools used in this career. This program emphasizes safety procedures equipment and tool use while preparing students to take the OSHA 10 Safety credential and National Center for Construction Education and Research Core Curriculum (NCCER) certifications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS

These minimum performance expectations are intended as an illustration of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Plan a program of study that as much as possible meets the needs interests and abilities of students.
• Develop authentic engaging handson learning lessons.
• On a regular and consistent basis meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Create a classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process and enables each student to achieve learning objectives.
• Provide an instructional program to meet the needs of all students.
• Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of school administration.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in harmony with the goals establish clear objectives for all lessons units projects and communicate these objectives to students.
• Establish learning objectives consistent with appraisal of student needs requirements of Culpeper County Public Schools curriculum framework and knowledge of human growth and development.
• Plan for and utilize instructional methods resources and evaluation techniques which motivate and enable each student to achieve learning objectives.
• Take all necessary safety precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities.
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law Culpeper County School Board policy the Department of Labor (OSHA 10) and administrative regulation.
• Furnish required reports within specified timelines with regard to scheduling and instructional activity as requested by the school administration.
• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct. Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Make provision for being available to parents for educationrelated purposes outside of the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
• Establish and maintain relationships with colleagues students parents and community which reflect recognition of and respect for every individual.
• Develop and maintain contacts and partnerships with local industry professionals.
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers.
• Strive to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Attend all staff meetings and serve on staff committees as required including the Career and Technical Advisory Council.
• Participate in student CTE organizations workshops and competitions (SkillsUSA.)
• Take part in promoting and marketing the program to meet enrollment goals.
• Communicate with students high school counselors and administration concerning academic attendance or discipline issues which affect a students learning and/or grades.
• Must stay current with changes that occur in the industry and discipline of Building Trades (HVAC and R Specialty.)
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accrediting agency requirements including the Department of Labor and NCCER.
• Maintain detailed lab/classroom inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Monitor appropriate use and care of equipment materials and facilities.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal Director of Career and Technical Education and Division Superintendent.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of school curriculum and framework policies and effective instructional practice.
• Thorough understanding of the teaching and learning process.
• Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education.
• Ability to infuse technology into the curriculum.
• Respect confidential information and the individuals right to privacy.
• Communicate openly and effectively with students colleagues administration parents central office and community patrons and partners.
• Must possess excellent organizational skills technology skills be detailed and team oriented and have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Responsible for assisting in all aspects of the program including the organization accreditation administration continuous review planning development and general effectiveness of the program.
• Model professional moral and ethical standards as well as personal integrity in all interactions within the school and within the community.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors Degree in an applicable field of education or the equivalent in credentialing training and/or experience.
• Minimum of two years of industry experience in building trades with specific experience in applying basic construction safety standards (OSHA Core Craft) understanding the theory of heat working with piping and tubing understanding basic electricity servicing and maintaining refrigeration systems understanding motors and controls EPA compliance and green building infusion.
• Possess or qualify for a professional license and appropriate endorsement as presented by the Virginia Department of Education.
• Be recommended by the Division Superintendent and approved by the School Board.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS

Duties performed typically in the central office and throughout the division. Frequent walking standing stooping lifting up to approximately 40 pounds and occasional lifting of equipment weighing up to approximately 50 pounds may be required. Other limited physical activities are required. Travel to schools throughout the division and central office is required. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions. Regular contact with staff members administrators and parents is required. Contact with parents by phone and in person is necessary. Timely and regular attendance is an expectation of performance for all CCPS employees. To ensure adequate staffing positive employee morale and to meet expected productivity standards throughout the organization employees will be held accountable for adhering to their workplace schedule. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

EVALUATION The CTEC Principal will evaluate performance on the ability and effectiveness in carrying out the above responsibilities.