Teacher Vocational- Technology Networking- CISCO (26-27)

Baltimore City Public Schools - Teacher Vocational- Technology Networking- CISCO (26-27)

Teacher Vocational- Technology Networking- CISCO (26-27)

Baltimore City Public Schools

200 E. North Avenue

Baltimore , MD 21202

Teachers & Licensed Professionals - Position - VOCATIONAL

Job Number 8600046692

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Plans and implements an instructional program in Career Technology Education (CTE) and provides related educational services for students in a skills-based learning environment. Manages student behavior, assesses and evaluates student achievement, and modifies instructional activities as required. Carries out a variety of student monitoring and control activities and provides instructional and leadership services that prepare students with the related academic, critical thinking, computer technology, workplace readiness and technical skills essential to pursuing careers in Cisco. Prepares students to sit for and successfully pass aligned industry certification exams including CCENT, CCNA, CompTIA A+ and CompTIA Network+.

Serves as a CTE classroom teacher in grades 7 through 12. Classes taught may be single grade or multi grade level, are most often subject oriented, but may be skill or specialty focused. Delivers instruction that follows the Cisco Networking Academy curriculum and supervises classroom activities to include laboratory experiences. Prepares students for careers or advanced studies in information technology and computing. Some positions require working off-site or in a combination of off-site and classroom settings. Performs duties within a team or department setting but might work independently in a unique teaching specialty. Some positions may be assigned to reading or technology labs. Other positions may be assigned to science labs or individual arts/technology education labs where the use of chemicals and machinery necessitates a higher level of monitoring to prevent accidental injury to students. Works with staff and post-secondary institutions to develop and maintain career pathways that prepare students for certification, internships, externships, apprenticeships, licensure, employment, community college or university degree programs.

Essential Functions

• Assesses student abilities as related to desired educational goals, objectives, and outcomes.
• Plans and implements appropriate instructional/learning strategies and activities, including determining appropriate kinds and levels of materials. Utilizes a variety of instructional materials and available multimedia and computer technology to enhance learning.
• Prepares students to sit for and successfully pass aligned industry certification exams including CCENT, CCNA, CompTIA A+ and CompTIA Network+.
• Manages the behavior of learners in instructional settings to ensure that the environment is conducive to the learning process, as well as assists and participates in the management of student behavior in other parts of the school, center, school grounds, or on work site.
• Coordinates instructional activities and collaborates with other professional staff, both school and non-school based as required, to maximize learning opportunities.
• Utilizes a variety of instructional materials and available multimedia and computer technology to enhance learning.
• Develops, adapts, modifies, and individualizes educational materials, resources, techniques, methods, and strategies to meet the needs of students within the Baltimore City curriculum framework.
• Maintains accurate and complete student records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Instructs students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
• Instructs and monitors students in the use and care of equipment and materials, to prevent injury and damage.
• Enforces all administration policies and rules governing students.
• Instructs students in the knowledge and skills required in a specific occupation or occupational field, using a systematic plan of lectures, discussions, audiovisual presentations, laboratory, shop, and field studies.
• Plans and supervises work-experience programs in businesses, industrial shops, and school laboratories.
• Participates in in-service and staff development activities and staff meetings as required or assigned.
• Continually assesses student achievement and maintains appropriate assessment and evaluation documentation for institutional and individual reporting purposes.
• Ensures continuous communication with parents, both written and oral, to keep them informed of student progress.
• Ensures that the classroom and instructional environment are attractive, healthy, safe, and conducive to learning and that materials are in good condition and accessible to students.
• Prepares students to work toward 100% certification and completion.
• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and non-discrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies and the professional standards.

Desired Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Career and Technology Education or in the career area to be taught OR Bachelor's Degree or higher and 2 years of occupational experience in the career area to be taught OR Associate's Degree in the career area to be taught and 2 years of occupational experience in the career area to be taught OR High School Diploma or equivalent and 3 years of occupational experience in the career area to be taught.
• Candidates will be required to complete eligibility requirements for licensure in Professional and Technical Education by the Maryland State Department of Education.
• Three to five years of industry-related work experience for state of Maryland.
• Possession of or eligibility for CCENT, CCNA, CompTIA A+ and CompTIA Network+
• Experience in one or more of the major areas of the industry with an emphasis on multiple area skill sets.

Preferred:

• Teaching experience preferred (student teaching acceptable).

Full time or Part time Full time

Additional Details

Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

• Completed online application
• Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
• Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
• Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
• All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
• All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org

Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long-standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners Policies JBA (Nondiscrimination - Students), JBB (Sex-Based Discrimination - Students), JICK (Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation of Students), ACA (Nondiscrimination - Employees and Third Parties), ACB (Sexual Harassment - Employees and Third Parties), ACD (ADA Reasonable Accommodations), and ADA (Equity), and the accompanying City Schools Administrative Regulations. City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups. Link to Full Nondiscrimination Notice.

This position is affiliated with the Baltimore Teachers Union (BTU) bargaining unit.

This position is affiliated with the State Retirement Plan.