26-27 Plumbing Teacher - Career Education Technology

SUMMARY:


Providing students with appropriate learning activities and experience in technical plumbing skills 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.


The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties and responsibilities noted herein, however, this list represents examples only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

• Model WSISD core organizational beliefs and values; perform duties effectively and efficiently for the purpose of supporting and contributing to high student achievement.
• Provide program support and service delivery; communicate effectively within and across teams and participate in cross-functional work groups.
• Maintain a commitment to the district mission; model District expectations through personal leadership and actively support the efforts of others to achieve District goals.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Full-Time work from August through May
• Supervise plumbing students as they practice hands-on learning experiences.
• Serve as a mentor for students; provide master plumbing expertise and instruction to individual students.

Safety

• Prevent accidents through the enforcement of policies, regulations, and ordinances governing the conduct of persons.
• Provide a safe environment for all students.
• Assist in supporting the rules, regulations, and safety of the facility.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Complete an incident report for all accidents and injuries.
• Follow District safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Communication

• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Other

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Develop and maintain systems for retrieval of information in support of all programs; compile, maintain, file, and secure all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents.
• Comply with all policies, operating procedures, legal requirements, and verbal and written directives.
• Comply with the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.
• Follow District safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or Equivalent
• Valid Journeyman Plumber's License or higher issued by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners

Experience:

• Four (4) years of successful related experience

SPECIAL KNOWLEGDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Ability to educate with age-appropriate language and teaching methods
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of plumbing repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques
• Knowledge of plumbing codes
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations
• Ability to diagnose and resolve problems

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES:

• None

MENTAL/PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Tools/Equipment Used:

• Personal computer, phone systems, video/instructional equipment, and peripherals
• Plumbing tools and equipment including pipe bender, propane torch; hand tools;

power tools; heavy equipment including forklift, trencher, backhoe; light truck or van


Posture:

• Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

work in tiring and uncomfortable positions


Motion:

• Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist

flexion/extension, and overhead reaching


Lifting:

• Lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment:

• Work to be completed on-site from assigned school or building
• Regular exposure to noise and computer monitors
• Work inside, may work outside
• No remote work
• Frequent districtwide travel

Mental Demands:

• Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress work;

prolonged or irregular hours