CTE Architecture and Construction - Construction Career Center

Overview Hamilton County Schools, located in Chattanooga, TN, is working to ensure that all students thrive and experience a future without limits. We are committed to excellence for every student and are seeking outstanding leaders, teachers, support staff, and district employees who desire to make a difference in the lives of students. With nearly 75 schools, we are confident that you can find your place in Hamilton County. The Architecture and Construction career cluster prepares learners for careers in designing, planning, managing, building and maintaining the building environment. The Construction Career Center prepares learners for careers in all construction trades. Responsibilities Plan, deliver and assess effective instruction that is tightly aligned with State standards. Designs lessons based on best practices with clear learning targets and measurable goals aligned with State standards and/or unit outcomes. Frequently plans collaboratively with colleagues. Conveys high expectations while using multiple effective strategies, materials, and classroom practices that involve and motivate students while differentiating instruction to meet students’ needs. Uses colleagues and own self-reflection on instructional practice to continually improve instruction. Classroom Management & Relationships: Fosters a well-structured and engaging learning environment by utilizing effective classroom procedures and routines while showing caring, respect, and fairness for all students. Family & Community: Consistently develops strong relationships with students’ families while diligently informing parents of expectations, positive news, and/or concerns about their children. Provides opportunities for parents to be involved in their children’s learning. Professional Responsibilities: Actively seeks out opportunities to collaborate with colleagues and other stakeholders in order to improve teaching & learning. Reflects on own instruction and leadership while contributing ideas, expertise, and time to the mission and goals of the school. Qualifications Knowledge/Education/Experience: Graduate from a one-year diploma program in building and construction OR an Associate’s degree in construction Three years experience OR ten years of experience in the construction field. Occupational Teaching License with an endorsement in one or more of the following areas: Retired Endorsements: (501) Air Conditioning, (502) Heating, (522) Carpentry, (523) Electricity, (527) Plumbing, (532) Industrial Electronics, (567) Refrigeration, (575) Millwork & Cabinet Making, (580) Construction Maintenance Trades, (592) Building Maintenance Services, (598) HVACR Current Endorsements: (701) Electrical, (703) Plumbing, (706) Carpentry, (707) HVAC CTE Occupational License Guide Skills/Qualifications: Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills to deal effectively with students, educators, parents, and community members. Demonstrate excellent planning, organizational, problem-solving, decision-making, and time management skills. Compensation Salary is based on a combination of relevant education and experience. Salary Scale This position may be eligible for an increase in total compensation. The Differentiated Compensation Plan applies to designated schools and hard-to-staff positions. Please see for more details. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hamilton County Schools