Construction Trades Instructor, (Anticipated)

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Three years of full-time equivalent industry work experience in the Career and Technical Education programs industry field.
• Health Science instructional positions may require a masters degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid industry certification/licensure in the Career and Technical Education programs industry field.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education experience and/or certifications may be considered.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Six years of industry work experience in the Career and Technical Education programs industry field.
• Teaching or training experience in an academic or professional setting.
• Experience with instructional technology and learning management systems.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of HIPAA Public Records Sunshine Law FERPA and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy public information and records retention.
• Demonstrated skill and proficiency in the vocational discipline.
• Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of students school administrators and industry leaders.

REPORTS TODesignated Supervisor or Designated Administrator

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Deliver engaging and effective instruction in assigned courses.
• Collaborate with college staff and industry partners to ensure program relevance and quality.
• Evaluate student performance through assessments projects simulations and practicums and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress attendance and grades in accordance with college policies and accreditation guidelines.
• Participate in program planning accreditation reviews and institutional effectiveness initiatives.
• Stay current with developments in industry field and incorporate relevant changes into instruction.
• Promote a safe and respectful environment conducive to student learning.
• Advise mentor and provide career guidance to students.
• Adhere to the Code of Ethics of the Education Profession in Florida and meet all school and District policy requirements.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

ALL EMPLOYEES ARE EXPECTED TO

• Attend staff meetings and participate in conferences and other trainings to enhance job performance.
• Seek out professional learning opportunities and maintain professional licensure and certifications.
• Promote the Districts interest in increasing student achievement by working with the educational interests of students in mind at all times.
• Maintain positive communication with colleagues community members parents and students to promote an increase in community engagement in education.
• Support the retention of Highly Effective and Effective employees by exhibiting professionalism and making positive contributions to workplace morale.
• Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement by valuing learning and making a commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Plan individually or cooperatively a program of study that meets the individual needs interests diverse backgrounds and abilities of students.
• Assist in establishing department or grade-level curriculum objectives and the development of the comprehensive plan for the implementation and evaluation of the objectives.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• 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 the like to communicate these objectives to students.
• Employ instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
• Diagnose the learning strengths and weaknesses of students on a regular basis seeking the assistance of District specialists as deemed appropriate.
• Counsel with colleagues students and/or parents on a regular basis.
• Assist administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct and for the classroom develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedures and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for support personnel and school volunteers to work cooperatively with department heads or grade level chairmen; evaluate their effectiveness.
• Use appropriate technology in teaching and the learning process.
• Maintain accurate complete and correct records and reports as required by law District policy and administrative regulation.
• Perform Medicaid administrative claims reimbursable activities as directed in accordance with Chapter 3 of the federally approved School District Administrative Claiming (SDAC) Guide.
• Adhere to the Code of Ethics of the Education Profession in Florida and meet all school and District policy requirements.
• Support school improvement initiatives by actively participating in school activities services and programs.
• Recognize overt indicators of student distress or abuse and take appropriate action based on school procedures and law.
• Establish an appropriate testing environment and test security.

Revised: 08/01/23

Additional Job Information

Eligible vocational experience and attainment of appropriate industry certification may be considered in lieu of below qualifications as per School Board Policy 5.09. Qualifications for Full-Time Teachers of Career Programs.

Required Experience:

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