ORANGE COUNTY SCHOOLS 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE	Career and Technical Education Teacher
SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT	Assigned School/ Assigned Discipline
SALARY	Teacher Salary Schedule plus supplement
FLSA STATUS	Exempt
REPORTS TO	Principal
SUPERVISES	Students
WORK WEEK SCHEDULE	Monday - Friday
WORK HOURS	40
NUMBER OF MONTHS PER YEAR	10

POSITION PURPOSE:

 

The CTE Teacher plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students enrolled in the  Career and Technical Education program. S/he provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to  the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every  student. The CTE Teacher is also responsible for supervising students in a variety of school related  settings; monitoring and evaluating student outcomes; and communicating/interacting with students,  parents, staff and the community. The CTE Teacher must develop, select and modify instructional  plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Additionally, the CTE Teacher is responsible for  maintaining appropriate records and following required procedures and practices as well as monitoring  the appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities. Subjects included in this  description may include, but are not limited to, Agriculture, Allied Health, Business,  Business/Marketing, Business/Tech Ed Computer Science, Career Development, Cabinet  Making/Furniture, Computer Science, Drafting/Technology Education, Exploring Biotechnology,  Family and Consumer Science, Health Occupations, PLTW (Business License required), School Age  Care Assistant Coordinator, Technology Education, and Trade and Industrial. 

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 

• Extensive knowledge of OCS CTE curriculum and techniques for integrating curriculum and  OCS policies and effective instructional practices 
• Thorough understanding of the teaching and learning process 
• Thorough knowledge of the job market related to the specific CTE discipline
• Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education
• Ability to infuse technology into the curriculum 
• Ability to constantly monitor the safety and well-being of students, particularly when a student is participating in an inclusive activity 
• Ability to motivate and inspire students 
• Ability to maintain a clean and orderly environment 
• Ability to perform general clerical duties 
• Ability to maintain order and discipline in a classroom and in other school environments
• Ability to operate common office machines 
• Ability to maintain basic files and records 
• Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office, school based staff, students, parents and the community 
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills 

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE 

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in an applicable CTE field for appropriate level(s) 
• If transferring from a teaching position from another school system in or out of state, must have  received routine meets standards or above standard evaluations with no action plans for  improvement 
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge,  skills and abilities 

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS 

• Must hold a valid CTE Teacher’s License issued by the state of NC in applicable field and for  level assigned 
• Must not be on the NCDPI list of teachers no longer qualified to teach and/or must not be  currently engaged in a certification revocation hearing process 
• Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the NC Department of Motor Vehicles

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• One (1) year of documented work experience related to business, industry, or labor or one (1) year working as a CTE instructor in any particular area  
• Demonstrated record of achieving Highly Qualified status on evaluations 
• Spanish Speaking

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the needs, interests and abilities of  students 
2. On a regular and consistent basis, meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the  times designated 
3. Create a classroom environment that provides for student involvement in the learning process and  enable each students to achieve learning objectives 
4. Provide an instructional program to meet the needs of all students 
5. Prepare for classes assigned, and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate  supervisor 
6. Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in harmony with the  goals 
7. Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, etc. in order to communicate these objectives effectively to students 

Establish learning objectives consistent with appraisal of student needs, requirements of OCS curriculum  framework, state CTE framework, and knowledge of human growth and development 

8. Plan for and utilize instructional methods, resources and evaluation techniques that motivate and  enable each student to achieve learning objectives 
9. Take all necessary and permitted safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and  facilities 
10. Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, OCS policy, NCDPI and  administrative regulations 
11. Assist with the administration of implementing all policies and rules governing student life and  conduct and, for the classroom, develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure  and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner 
12. Make provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes  outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms
13. Establish relationships with colleagues, students, parent and community that reflect recognition  and respect of every individual 
14. Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers, if applicable
15. Appraise your own effectiveness and demonstrate successful application of skills and information  acquired to increase effectiveness 
16. Strive to maintain and improve professional competence 
17. Participate in school management and share responsibilities for the total school program
18. Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees as required 
19. Administer and supervise standardized test administrations in accordance with all applicable  Code of Ethics, Testing Code of Ethics, NCDPI, and/or national standards and regulations
20. Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal

WORKING CONDITIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS	Work is considered light physical work requiring the  exertion of up to 20 pounds of force. Substantial amount  of time spent standing and/or walking.
WORK ENVIRONMENT	Employees in this position are required to work in indoor  and outdoor environments, and come into direct contact  with OCS staff, students and the public.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The following signatures acknowledge that the supervisor has verified the accuracy of the position description,  has discussed position requirements with the employee, and has advised the employee of work performance  expectations
Reviewed by: Employee's Signature	Date
Approval by: Supervisor's Signature	Date
The completed and signed position description shall be maintained at the employee’s work location, shall be  reviewed with the employee by his or her immediate supervisor, should be revised as required, and shall serve  as the basis for all required evaluations.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this  position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and  skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with  HR review and approval, any time.

 

200 E. King St., Hillsborough, NC 27278 Version 10/12/2017