Career and Technical Education Teacher

Career And Technical Education Teacher

Full-time Career and Technical Education teacher in a 600 student middle school. Focus on Agriculture, Industrial, and Construction Trades. Courses to be taught will include: 9-week quarterly classes for 7th and 8th grade students Facilities and technology available include:
New fully equipped classroom facility with shop tools/machinery. Applicant must be:
Prepare lesson plans, demonstrations, and materials focusing on hands-on activities focusing on the basics of industrial trades, construction trades, and agriculture to support curriculum development and instructional improvement of our new middle school vocational program. Use research based methods to develop engaging lessons that require higher order thinking. Coordinate, maintain inventories, and keep record of materials and equipment for classroom and laboratory.

Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Ensure students are exposed to potential career opportunities as they move on to high school. Accommodate students with a variety of skills, abilities, and challenges. Work cooperatively with staff to support a collaborative school culture. Communicate effectively both written and verbal. Communicate high expectations for teaching and learning.

Possess strong classroom management and organizational skills.

Qualifications:

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with CTE endorsement grades 6-12 preferred, or the ability to apply for a short-term approval in these areas. Salary:
Based on HEA contract.