CTE: Technology Education Teacher

Purpose Statement

Working in collaboration with colleagues, the high school Technology Education teacher will create a classroom environment that implements district approved curriculum to ensure an equitable, engaging, and positive learning experience for all students.

• Build a foundation of positive relationships, high expectations, equitable systems, and SEL-informed practices, which will drive daily practices and beliefs when working with students.
• Actively support a productive climate of collaboration in a professional learning community whereby the teacher analyzes student data, takes risks, shares successes/failures, and explores new practices in order to improve student learning for all.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate classroom instructional activities consistent with adopted district curriculum and standards.
• Through the equity lens, provide clear and focused instruction for all students by using a variety of teaching strategies that promote student engagement and interaction to meet the needs of all students.
• Teach secondary courses, including Construction Technology/Shop, Manufacturing/Shop, Engineering/Lab, or other courses aligned to certification and eligible experience/training.
• Co‑teach the CTE aspects of AMPED on Algebra and Geometry in Construction with a math teacher.
• Design and implement curriculum, lesson plans, assessments, and project based learning activities.
• Collaboratively develop and implement common formative assessments in order to monitor student learning and instructional effectiveness.
• Support and implement building‑wide behavior standards in order to ensure an orderly, safe and productive learning environment.
• Communicate positively and regularly with parents and/or legal guardians in the areas of growth, student progress, and teacher expectations; develop meaningful collaboration between home and school.
• Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with staff, administrators, parents/legal guardians, support groups, and community members.
• Serve as a co‑curricular activities advisor (CTSO).

Reports to the assigned building administrator.

• Valid Career and Technical Education (CTE) Certificate for the State of Washington with appropriate endorsement or industry experience aligned with subject areas taught (i.e. construction/engineering/manufacturing/STEM) and willingness to pursue Plan 2 certification.
• Prior teaching experience and experience with programs that increase student skills in reading, math, and literacy is preferred.
• Currently holds or able to obtain a CPR/First Aid Certification.

• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
• CTE Certification AND general education endorsement is preferred (i.e. Tech. Ed. and math).
• Mastery of mathematical standards including Geometry, Algebra 1, and Algebra 2 is preferred.
• Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and how this influences behavior, and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.
• Ability to establish and nurture an environment that promotes cultural competence and equitable treatment of staff, students, and patrons of the district.
• Advocate for equity, inclusion and professional practices that ensure all students achieve at high levels.
• Knowledge of SEL practices and approaches.
• Knowledge and skill in instructional principles, methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of mechanical drafting, technical knowledge, model building, and 3D printing, etc.
• Ability to operate and train students in the proper use of hand and power tools required for shop‑based construction, manufacturing, and engineering.
• General knowledge of industry relevant standards, etc.
• Commitment and ability to work with a full range of students, staff and parents.
• Skilled in classroom management, student discipline and developing positive techniques for improving student behavior.
• Flexibility to instruct a variety of classes.
• Must possess a positive attitude about change and an eagerness to implement changes that will enhance student learning.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive…