Career and Tech Educ. Building Trades Instructor

Building Trades Instructor/Residential CarpentryThe Building Trades Instructor will instruct residential carpentry classes from beginning to advanced level students and other curriculum related to the Building Trades program.Examples of Duties:Utilize a variety of effective and professional teaching techniques and methods to assist students in attaining the performance objectives of the Building Trades program;Implement lessons to teach skills required to master carpentry and related competencies;Provide group and individual instruction using effective teaching strategies, instructional materials and equipment;Maintain an organized, safe work environmentProvide immediate supervision to all students while they are in the building;Submit a report of the total number of hours of training the student received and the related skills achieved, and make recommendations for certificates of completion upon culmination of a student's training (if applicable);Accurately and punctually submit to CTE Coordinator all forms and information needed for attendance accounting and grade reporting;Prepare students for entry-level employment, advanced training, or career advancement;Attend staff meetings and other such meetings as required by the high school administration;Provide effective and cooperative liaison between the school, business industry, apprenticeship programs and the general community;Perform related duties, as assigned.Required Education:High School DiplomaRequired Certificates, Licenses, and/or Credentials:Possession of a valid Colorado Vocational Education Teaching Credential in Carpentry, or be eligible to apply for the credential by meeting the education/experience requirements of the state of Colorado.Possess or be willing to work to obtain a contractor's license.Valid Class C Driver's LicenseFingerprint clearanceRequired Qualifications:Knowledge of all aspects of the building industry; carpentry theory and applications in the following areas: woodworking; framing; finish work; cabinet layout and construction; roofing; exterior siding applications; hanging doors and windows; shooting grades; interior applications (drywall hanging, taping, texturing, etc.); carpentry tools (power tools, skill saws, etc.); flooring; curriculum and instructional practices; current industry trends, methodology and practices.Ability to: teach classes relating to all aspects of carpentry; teach entry level job skills; teach employability skills (behavior, dress, phone, etc.); safely and effectively operate & teach how to use a wide range of carpentry tools and equipment; apply the principles of behavior modification with an emphasis on positive reinforcement & student safety; provide instruction which results in student success; communicate ideas and concepts clearly and concisely in both oral and written form; maintain and improve professional skills and knowledge; be flexible and receptive to change; organize and prioritize duties and responsibilities; adapt to periodic heavy workload; maintain regular and reliable attendance; organize environment and instruction to facilitate learning; write lesson plans for individual and group instruction; use diverse teaching strategies to meet students' learning styles, abilities, and interests; assist in recruitment of students. Certification: CDE/CTE/Alternative acceptable