CTE Teacher Engineering & Robotics Wagner HS 2026-2027

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Career and Technical Education Teacher in the Engineering Robotics program participates as a member of the instructional staff in planning for teaching motivating students developing classroom climate managing the classroom interacting with pupils and evaluating pupils.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Certification Requirements

• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned. (Trade and Industrial Education Grades 6-12 or 8-12 with appropriate work approval)
• Texas Administrative Code (TAC) requires that candidates seeking CTE certification based on skill and experience must complete an approved educator preparation program (EPP)
  • A Bachelors Degree from an accredited institution two years of full-time wage-earning experience within the past ten years in an approved occupation for the classes you will be teaching
  • OR an Associates Degree from an accredited institution two years of full-time wage-earning experience within the past ten years in an approved occupation for the classes you will be teaching
  • OR a High School Diploma or equivalent five years of full-time wage-earning experience within the past ten years in an approved occupation for the classes you will be teaching
  • Eligible military experience may be used in lieu of civilian experience; your EPP will review for eligibility

• Valid Texas Drivers License
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee.

Special Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge and skills in Technology Education programs
• Ability to align Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) content to targeted industry certification exams
• Knowledge of industry related software (i.e. AutoDesk Design Academy)
• Ability to work within PC and Macintosh platforms
• Knowledge of project-based learning programs

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of full-time wage-earning experience in a related occupation

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills efforts or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.)

• Plan the long-and short-range objectives for assigned courses
• Develop lesson plans with the appropriate essential elements
• Collect and use a variety of information to guide the growth and development of individual pupils
• Maximize amount of time available for instruction
• Demonstrate effective teaching methods and select appropriate teaching materials using a variety of activities to develop student interest and performance
• Establish standards for individual pupils in terms of ability levels
• Create a classroom climate conducive to pupil intellectual social emotional and moral development
• Manage pupil behavior and activities to allow for learning
• Communicate effectively with students
• Evaluate and provide feedback on pupil performance continuously by utilizing a variety of sources to insure mastery of the essential elements
• Teach for cognitive affective and/or psychomotor learning and transfer
• Maintain accurate student accounting records and other reports in compliance with local and state requirements
• Participate in in-service workshops
• Participate in extracurricular activities as assigned
• Plan for and engage in professional development
• Interact and communicate effectively with parents and school staff
• Participate in the planning presentation and evaluation of various school activities
• Emphasize safety by testing all students on the appropriate procedures of all equipment
• Manage the classroom and shop/lab in such a manner as to promote learning effectiveness and to provide maximum supervision of the students
• Assist in job placement of students upon completion of the courses
• Supervise and sponsor activities of the appropriately approved CTE student leadership organization
• Maintain annual follow-up records on each student taking the state certification
• Seek recommendations advice and updated skill methods from advisory committee members by promoting industry/business involvement in the program activities
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures
• Maintain a consistent professional demeanor and appearance
• Ensure compliance with the Texas Educators Code of Ethics
• Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervision and evaluation of District personnel is not a requirement of the position; however the supervision of students is required

Equipment Used:

• Office equipment personal computer printer calculator multi-line telephone software programs and peripherals copier fax and other equipment applicable to position.
• Communication equipment radio communication equipment cellular telephone
• Video monitoring equipment

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands

• Frequent: Sitting standing walking climbing stairs and/or ramps balancing stooping kneeling crouching crawling pulling pushing reaching repetitive hand motions hearing speaking clearly visual acuity distinguishing colors driving traveling.
• Occasional: Lifting moderate 15-44 pounds; carrying moderate 15-44 pounds

Environmental Factors

• Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold) humidity extremes noise low or intense illumination vibration; chemicals
• Occasional exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases bacteria insects mold fungi etc.) work outside work around moving objects or vehicles work on uneven surfaces work alone work prolonged or irregular hours.

Nondiscrimination Statement:

The Judson School District considers applicants for all positions without regard to race color national origin age religion sex marital or veteran status the presence of a medical condition disability or any other legally protected status.

Required Experience:

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