CTE: Public Safety Teacher Job Sunnyside area,Washington USA,Education / Teaching

CTE:
Public Safety Teacher

Position Title:

CTE:
Public Safety Teacher

Location:

Sunnyside High School

Hours/Days: 7.0/180

Benefits: SEA Certificated Benefits

Sunnyside School District

Job Description

Job Title:

CTE:
Public Safety Teacher

Reports To:

CTE Director or Designee

Unit Classification:
Sunnyside Education Association

Primary Purpose:

A CTE teacher has the responsibility to help students develop skills and knowledge consistent with the District's curriculum and goals that will contribute to the students' development as mature, able and responsible adults. Teachers are responsible for maintaining a classroom climate which nurtures and supports the learning environment.

CTE teachers may enter the profession through either the Plan 1 (University Preparation) or Plan 2 (Business & Industry) route as recognized by OSPI. The position supports candidates transitioning directly from industry or from teacher preparation programs and provides mentoring to complete all requirements for the Initial CTE Certificate.

Essential Functions:

Provide rigorous, standards-aligned instruction in public safety content areas.

Deliver instruction using industry-aligned equipment, simulations, and practices consistent with current standards and Washington CTE program requirements.

Maintain required program records, safety protocols, equipment inventories, and compliance with CTE and District/agency policies.

Integrate employability, leadership, and professional skills throughout instruction, connecting classroom content to real-world settings.

Develop and assess student competency using OSPI-approved frameworks, industry-based standards, and performance-based evaluations.

Establish and support a FFA chapter as the program's Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO), providing year-round leadership, advising, and supervision of student activities and competitive events.

Embed leadership and technical skill development into instruction, connecting classroom assignments with CTSO projects, community service, and career exploration experiences.

Collaborate with CTE directors, colleagues, advisory committees, and industry partners to review curriculum, maintain program quality, and ensure compliance with program standards.

Support students pursuing industry-recognized credentials as permitted by the district and state regulations.

Implement culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and inclusive instructional practices to ensure equitable access to high-quality health science learning.

Maintain required documentation for CTE program approval, advisory committee functions, safety compliance, work-based learning, and student progress reporting.

Prepare lesson plans that reflect a logical sequence of learning objectives and activities and meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.

Create and maintain a classroom environment that promotes self-esteem and is conducive to effective teaching and learning.

Use a variety of instructional strategies and materials that are appropriate for the stated instructional objectives and the needs and abilities of the students involved.

Monitor and assess student progress and adjust student instruction accordingly.

Communicate student academic and behavioral progress to parents.

Establish standards of classroom conduct and administer them in a fair, equitable, and consistent manner.

Keep accurate records and provide them for school district use and file required reports on a timely basis.

Develop a budget for applicable programs and insure that needed materials are ordered with the administrator's approval.

Participate in required staff meetings and conferences.

Participate in committees as related to student needs, school programs, and district needs.

Provide supervision in non-classroom areas and situations in accordance with the building student management plan.

Promote and maintain a safe and healthful environment in the classroom and building.

Other Functions:

Care for District resources, equipment and materials assigned to him/her and report concerns regarding facility and equipment to designated supervisor.

Be knowledgeable of and adhere to all procedures and practices prescribed in the…