CTE Coordinator/ Master Teacher

Job Title: CTE Coordinator/Master Teacher
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports to: HS Principal
Pay Grade: AP4
Days: 226
Dept./School: SSHS
Funding Source: Perkins Grant

Primary Purpose:
The CTE Coordinator/Master Teacher serves as both an instructional leader and program coordinator to ensure the effective implementation of high-quality Career and Technical Education programs. This role supports teachers through coaching and professional development ensures TEKS-aligned instruction manages program compliance and builds partnerships with industry and post-secondary institutions. The coordinator plays a pivotal role in aligning instructional practices with workforce needs and district goals.

Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Education: Masters degree preferred.
Certification: Valid Texas teaching certificate in CTE or a related field
Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee

Experience:
Minimum 35 years of successful classroom experience in CTE or secondary education.
Demonstrated leadership experience in coaching curriculum or program coordination.
Knowledge of TEKS Perkins requirements and industry-based certifications.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Strong instructional coaching and mentoring skills

Ability to analyze data and implement instructional change

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Knowledge of workforce development trends and career pathways

Effective organizational and time-management skills of staff development and the facilitation of adult learning

Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Leadership

1. Provide coaching mentoring and support to CTE teachers to improve instructional practices and student outcomes.
2. Model effective teaching strategies including the integration of technology project-based learning and industry-relevant skills.
3. Analyze student achievement data to guide instructional decisions and program improvement.

Program Coordination

1. Support the development implementation and evaluation of CTE programs across all career clusters offered.
2. Ensure compliance with local state and federal CTE guidelines and funding requirements (e.g. Perkins V).
3. Collaborate with campus and district leadership to ensure programs meet workforce demands and post-secondary alignment.

Professional Development

1. Plan and deliver ongoing professional development for CTE staff focused on instructional best practices curriculum alignment and industry trends.
2. Facilitate Cluster Meetings (PLCs) to support collaboration among CTE educators.

Stakeholder Engagement

1. Build and maintain partnerships with industry leaders workforce boards and higher education institutions to enhance student opportunities (e.g. internships certifications dual credit).
2. Promote CTE programs within the school community and serve as an advocate for career readiness pathways.

Data & Accountability

1. Monitor and report CTE-related data including student performance industry certification attainment and program enrollment trends.
2. Assist in writing and managing CTE-related grants and budgets.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None

Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional standing walking climbing crouching bending stooping pushing/pulling and twisting lifting-lower 1-15 lbs.
Motion: Repetitive hand motions frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching. Sensory ability needs-significant; hearing near vision peripheral vision color distinction depth perception
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Frequent district-wide and state-wide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours Physical Exposure: frequent cold and heat
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Required Experience:

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