Teacher PLTW Gateway

Job Description: Teacher CTE

Primary Purpose

A Project Lead the Way Gateway 6-8 teacher delivers project-based STEM curriculum guiding middle school students through hands-on activities in design engineering computer science and more. Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the career and technical education subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual emotional physical and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited university
• Valid Texas teacher certificate with required endorsements for subject and subject level assigned or be eligible for certification relating to relevant clusters and courses under Career & Technical Education
• Demonstrated proficiency in the subject area curriculum
• Ability to effectively work with a diverse group of students

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of the career and technical education subject assigned
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction and assigned CTE area
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Ability to oversee student field experiences in the career area assigned
• Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills

Experience

• Student teaching approved internship or 3 years of wage-earning experience in the area of certification

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Strategies

• Oversee career and technology training program in the subject area
• Develop and implement lesson plans for in-person distance and virtual learning that fulfill the requirements of the districts curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student differences.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency board policies and administrative regulations
• Conduct an assessment of student learning styles and use the results to plan instructional activities
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP)
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals objectives and methods according to district requirements
• Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteers(s) and oversee completion

Student Growth and Development

• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal
• Present a positive role model for students; support the mission of the school district

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create an in-person and virtual classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical social and emotional development of students
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and the student handbook
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities
• Assist in selecting books equipment and other instructional materials
• Compile maintain and file all reports records and other documents required

Communication

• Be available by phone email or video conferencing to confer with district personnel students and/or parents.
• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents students colleagues and community members.

Professional Growth/Development and Other

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills
• Comply with state district and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required
• Comply with federal state and local regulations related to the occupational area assigned
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures
• Model behavior that is professional ethical and responsible
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrators that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s)

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including a personal computer and peripherals.
• Posture: Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping pushing /pulling and twisting
• Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of the mouse; occasional reaching
• Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior
• Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun heat cold and inclement weather) exposure to noise; occasional districtwide and statewide travel
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress