Title: CAREER/TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CAREER PATH) PRECISION MACHINING MANUFACTURING INSTRUCTORReports to: Secondary Administrative Staff
Job Objective: Provides an instructional sequence of classes and experiences involving in-depth training to prepare students for careers and/or college. Helps students make appropriate choices. Encourages parental involvement.
Minimum Qualifications: Shall possess or be eligible for a valid Ohio Career Technical Precision Machining/Manufacturing teaching license/certificate or have five years recent work experience in Precision Machining/Manufacturing with an emphasis in Precision Machining. Must be willing to attend Kent State University for the career technical licensure program if no licensure.
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Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate.
Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.).
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A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
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Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
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Keeps current with technology and other workplace innovations that support job functions.
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Commitment to keep current with occupational trends and skills deemed essential by employers.
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Works cooperatively with administrators, staff, students, parents and community.
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Maintains high personal and professional standards of conduct and dresses appropriately.
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Ability to physically manage bulky and/or unwieldy packages and supplies.
Essential Functions: The following are typical but not inclusive work responsibilities. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.
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Prepares the assigned classroom or instructional area. Develops a course syllabus that aligns with state standards and the districts adopted courses of study/curriculum goals.
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Plans collaborative student learning activities that encourage positive peer relationships.
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Maintains a positive learning environment. Helps parents/students understand career path objectives, behavioral standards, and performance expectations.
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Consults with district staff to identify ongoing/emerging career/technical needs of students.
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Monitors workforce trends and training needs. Evaluates the relevance of new technology.
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Recommends program purchases. Maintains equipment inventory records as directed.
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Performs equipment safety inspections. Develops rules and procedures that promote the safe use of equipment. Monitors compliance with all licensing agreements.
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Teaches classes as scheduled. Maintains a thorough understanding of subject material. Creates effective student learning experiences. Documents teaching performance objectives. Uses formal and informal assessment strategies to monitor and manage student learning.
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Promotes effective communications and assistance. Uses problem-solving techniques to tactfully address questions/concerns. Refers policy interpretation inquiries to administrative staff.
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Develops meaningful educational activities that engage and stimulate student learning. Varies instructional techniques to address diverse learning styles.
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Helps students take full advantage of the learning environment (e.g., use of instructional/media resources, access/proximity to activities, etc.).
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Informs students and parents of teacher expectations and subsequently enforce classroom policy fairly and consistently. Shows an active interest in student progress by evaluating student achievement/performance on a regular basis. Consults with parents on a timely and needed basis (e.g. progress reports, phone calls, notes, parent/teacher conferences, etc.) throughout the school year.
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Facilitates self-reliance, problem-solving, critical-thinking, creativity, and performance skills.
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Collaborates with other staff. Shares knowledge and resources that enhance student learning.
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Upholds the student conduct code. Implements effective pupil management procedures.
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Consults with support personnel to address student concerns (e.g., excessive absences, at-risk behavior, mental/physical health, family/peer relations, etc.).
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Collaborates with staff to implement and monitor behavior management plans when required.
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Supports an inclusive educational environment. Provides opportunities for students with disabilities to participate in appropriate learning activities.
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Initiates referrals for student assistance as needed. Meets mandated paperwork deadlines. Helps the intervention assistance team (IAT) prepare plans for eligible students.
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Helps prepare and implement Section 504, Individualized Education Plans (IEP), and/or other interventions for assigned students meeting eligibility requirements.
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Proctors district testing activities as directed. Upholds security procedures. Helps students with content-area preparation activities.
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Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time.
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Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
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Promotes the proper use, care, and security of school property.
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Takes precautions to ensure safety. Monitors situations that may indicate a problem. Provides appropriate student supervision. Works with supervisors to manage or eliminate risk factors.
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Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
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Supervises non-classroom activities when assigned.
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Participates in staff meetings, conferences, and other required school activities.
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Encourages parent organizations and supports school-sponsored activities.
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Pursues growth opportunities that enhance professional performance and advance district goals.
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Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.
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Provides prompt notification of absences. Ensures that student lists and teaching materials are readily available for substitutes.
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Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
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Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures. Promotes a professional image of the school district. Encourages community partnerships that enhance district programs.
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Maintains valid and appropriate certification/licensure from the Ohio Department of Education and as set forth in the individual teachers contract.
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Develops and meets with an Advisory Committee of key stakeholders.
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Completes other reasonable tasks as assigned by district administrators/superintendent.
Ancillary Functions: Organizes and serves as an advisor to individual program CTSO (Career Technical Student Organization). Involves all students in the activities of the organization.
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Supervises and coordinates individual career path supplemental program/CTSO and other program activities (e.g., culinary banquets, lunches, breakfasts; cosmetology hair-a-thons; additional program hour requirements; phlebotomy blood draws; leadership conferences; CTSO banquet, individual program fundraisers and competitions, etc.)
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Develops and maintains appropriate course of study to instruct the program as assigned by the Board of Education and the Ohio Department of Education.
Abilities Required: The following personal characteristics and skills are important for the successful performance of assigned duties:
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Acknowledges personal accountability for decisions and conduct.
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Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.
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Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment.
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Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
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Exhibits consistency, resourcefulness, and resilience.
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Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
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Organizes tasks and manages time effectively. Meets deadlines despite time constraints.
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Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational interactions.
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Uses diplomacy and exercises self-control when dealing with other individuals.
Working Conditions: To promote safety, employees are expected to exercise caution and comply with safety regulations and district policies/procedures when involved in the following situations/conditions.
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Balancing, bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and standing.
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Exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.
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Exposure to air-borne particulates, chemical irritants, combustible materials, electrical hazards, equipment vibrations, noises, and odors. Exposure to wet and/or slippery surfaces.
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Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
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Interactions with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly individuals.
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Operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
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Lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment.
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Traveling to meetings and work assignments.
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Working in proximity to moving mechanical parts.
