Carver Center Arts And Tech - CTE -Construction Carpentry

Overview

Job Description Provides instructional and leadership services that prepare students with the related academic critical thinking, computer technology, work place readiness and technical skills essential to pursuing career pathways in carpentry and related construction careers. Primary program content relates to carpentry. Performs other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Provide instruction and course/program management at the high school level in areas of residential and commercial construction related to National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certification.
• Demonstrate knowledge and implement a "hands-on" approach to critical thinking and problem solving skills needed for current and future construction industry employment standards.
• Provide instruction in teamwork, communications, problem solving, decision making and computer technology which relates to work place and higher education skills needed in the construction industry.
• Work with staff and post secondary institutions to develop and maintain career pathways which prepare students for apprenticeship, licensure, community college or university degree programs in the construction trades areas.
• Prepare instructional materials, maintain equipment, and manage materials of instruction which maximize the resources needed to deliver effectively a diverse instructional program.
• Obtain NCCER program certification including documentation and verification of students' skills to NCCER curriculum content standards.
• Demonstrate an understanding of, and lead student experiences in related student organizations.
• Contribute to the mission of the school by striving to attain school improvement plan and career completer goals.
• Work with employers and community groups to promote and advance technical skills.
• Participate in recruitment and selection of students.
• Create an instructional environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Communicates standards, achievements, and deficiencies to students and parents. Meets with students and parents.
• Maintains complete and accurate student academic, attendance, and disciplinary records. Monitors and assesses students' academic progress.
• Collaborates with school administrators, other teachers, para educators, parents, and community members in the education of students.
• Attends staff meetings. Serves on various committees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training, And Experience

• Completed three to five years of industry-related work experience for state and
• NCCER certification in carpentry. Teaching experience preferred (student teaching acceptable). Experience in one or more of the major areas of construction with an emphasis on carpentry skill sets.

Licenses and Certifications

• Possession of a Maryland Educator Certificate in Trades and Industry and NCCER instructor certification in carpentry.
• OR
• Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator License appropriate to the area of assignment.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of pedagogy. Knowledge of curriculum, effective instructional techniques, instructional materials and equipment.
• Skill in preparing, implementing lesson plans and instructing students. Skill in supervising students and managing behavior. Skill in communicating with students, their parents, administrators, and others. Knowledge of and skill in the use of database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, parents and staff. Ability to effectively maintain confidential information.

Physical And Environmental Conditions

• Work requires the ability to bend, stand, and walk in carpentry laboratory for extended periods of time on a daily basis.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Retirement: Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.