Teacher - CTE - Automotive - School Year 2026-2027

Job Description

Teacher – CTE

Job Title: CTE Teacher

Duty Days: 197 Reports to: CTE Director Pay Grade: Teacher Structure: Dept School: Campus Assigned Pay Schedule: Teacher Wage Hour: Exempt Date Revised: 102020

Primary Purpose: Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in 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 relevant clusters and courses under Career & Technical Education

Demonstrated proficiency in subject area curriculum Ability to effectively work with a diverse group of students Special Knowledge: Skills: Knowledge of 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 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 subject area
• Develop and implement lesson plans for in-person, distance, and virtual learning that fulfill the requirements of 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 Texas Education Agency board policies and administrative regulations
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use 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 aides and volunteers, 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 mission of school district

Classroom Management and Organization

• Create 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 Student Code of Conduct and 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 and Development

• 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 aides

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 and Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including 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 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.