Specialist - Career & Technical Education

Specialist - Career & Technical Education

Career & Technical Education

Teacher/Professional - District Office - Career & Technical Education

Job Number 0000765612

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ROLE AND PURPOSE

The primary role of the Career & Technical Education Specialist will be to work directly with the Coordinator of Career & Technical Education, faculty, and Central Office departments to ensure the further development and sustainability of the district's CTE programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution required
• Valid Texas CTE teaching certification (preferred)

Experience Required:

• Five years of successful classroom teaching experience
• Knowledge of Career and Technical Education programs
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and conduct teacher professional development
• Knowledge of new and emerging technologies in business and industry

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

I. INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT

• Oversee curriculum development and implementation
• Coordinate and conduct teacher professional development
• Oversee Career and Technical Education Programs

II. SCHOOL/ORGANIZATION CLIMATE

• Supports the district-wide goals and objectives for school and organization climate
• Relates to all Career and Technical Education staff and students in ways that convey equality and mutual respect
• Responds appropriately to situations that could impair the teaching and learning process or could threaten safety and wellbeing of students and staff

III. SCHOOL/ORGANIZATIONAL IMPROVEMENT

• Work with teachers to meet instructional needs of all students
• Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of Career and Technical Education
• Work with Special Education department to help ensure equal access for all students.
• Work with CTE teachers to develop curriculum in support of district goals and Strategic Plan

IV. ADMINISTRATION AND FISCAL/FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

• Assist in the selection of textbooks, resource materials, and other instructional media
• Assist in developing the annual Career and Technical Education plan and other TEA reports
• Collect data, prepare reports, and develop needs assessments for CTE and Carl Perkins legislation
• Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of Career and Technical dual credit programs

V. STUDENT MANAGEMENT

• Serve as liaison between Career and Technical Education director, teachers, counselors, and students
• Work with teachers to meet instructional needs of all students

VI. SCHOOL/COMMUNITY RELATIONS

• Assist in conducting business and industry needs analysis for program development
• Promote Career and Technical Education programs in the schools and community, including technical dual credit programs
• Coordinate activities such as career days, course fairs, career awareness field trips, and registration in CTE programs
• Disseminate information about Career and Technical programs to students, parents, and the community
• Maintain CTE website
• Develop CTE promotional and marketing materials to students and community

VII. PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

• Prompt in carrying out duties
• Adequately demonstrates good judgment in decision making (involves others when appropriate)
• Participates in professional development and training programs
• Performs duties in a professional, ethical, and responsible manner as defined in the AISD and TEA code of ethics
• Stays current on trends in business and industry
• Balances independent time management with the ability to gather and integrate team expertise to achieve optimal outcomes

VIII. MISCELLANEOUS

• Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Director of Career and Technical Education

IX. WORKING CONDITIONS:

MENTAL DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.
• Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping
• Motion: Moderate walking
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
• Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress, with frequent interruptions.