Long-Term Substitute Teacher: Family and Consumer Science; Clothing Construction

Long-Term Substitute Teacher For Clothing Construction

The long-term substitute teacher for clothing construction will assume full instructional responsibility for an established family & consumer sciences program during a planned maternity leave. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, standards-aligned instruction across three courses - clothing 1: introduction to clothing construction, clothing 2: intermediate clothing construction, and ib design technology: international baccalaureate - while maintaining classroom routines, student progress records, and departmental expectations.

This position requires a motivated, organized educator who can seamlessly continue an active, hands-on curriculum and provide a positive, safe sewing and design studio environment.

Primary responsibilities include designing lesson plans, units, and pacing guides with fidelity; providing direct instruction in clothing construction techniques, textile science, and design principles; differentiating instruction to support diverse learners; maintaining an organized, fully operational sewing lab and design studio environment; managing classroom materials, equipment, and supply inventory responsibly; maintaining accurate and up-to-date grade records in the district's student information system;

providing timely, constructive feedback on student projects and assignments; communicating proactively with students, parents/guardians, and school staff regarding student progress; participating in parent-teacher conferences, iep meetings, and team meetings as required; and documenting and reporting behavioral concerns in accordance with school policy.

Qualifications include a valid state teaching license or substitute teaching license, a bachelor's degree or higher in family & consumer sciences education, apparel design, fashion merchandising, or related field preferred, background in family & consumer sciences, fashion design, textile arts, or a closely related field preferred, experience teaching or substituting in a high school fcs or cte program preferred, and experience with digital design tools and/or fashion illustration software preferred.

The work environment and physical requirements include standing, walking, and moving throughout the classroom/lab for extended periods; demonstrating sewing machine operation, hand stitching, and pressing techniques; lifting and carrying fabric bolts, supply bins, and instructional materials (up to 30 lbs.); working in an environment with moderate noise levels from sewing and serger machines; and using standard office technology including computers, projectors, and district software platforms.

The supervisor is courtney alexander, department lead for career & technical education.