CAD Teacher: Design & Innovation in K-12

Camden City School District; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 62,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Camden City School District is seeking a Teacher – CAD to deliver computer-aided design instruction and lead the drafting pathway for high school students. Candidates should have specialized knowledge in CAD/CADD and a track record of high-quality instruction aligned to state standards.

The role emphasizes building strong relationships with students, families, and the community, while meeting CTE program requirements and collaborating with Special Education when needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Civil Engineering strongly preferred.
• New Jersey Standard or Provisional Teaching Certificate in Skilled Trades: Drafting or Drafting and Design Technology Endorsement Code 2544.
• Prior experience teaching CAD/CADD courses (strongly preferred)
• Prior experience teaching low-income students in an urban setting (strongly preferred)

Responsibilities

• Serves as a classroom leader by providing high quality, differentiated instruction to students.
• Setting rigorous academic and behavioral goals for students and investing students in these goals.
• Implementing and effectively modifying instruction aligned to the district's educational goals by focusing on high standards and achievement for all students.
• Planning and delivering content that covers, but is not limited to, computer-aided design and computer-assisted drafting.
• Designing and implementing high-quality, thorough lesson, unit, and long-term plans that equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to master daily objectives and content standards.
• Co-planning with Special Education Teachers when necessary to ensure that the academic and behavioral needs of each student are met.
• Continuously tracking student achievement data and using the data to inform instructional planning and delivery.
• Preparing, leveraging and delivering constructive feedback to students aimed at improving their academic performance
• Consistently implementing and enforcing rules and consequences in the classroom setting and school-wide
• Providing continuous evaluation of student progress that is consistent with district established goals and policies, and clearly communicating this progress to all necessary stakeholders
• Maintaining, monitoring, and reporting students' grade and attendance records
• Taking personal responsibility for students' mastery of academic standards
• Effectively and innovatively incorporating technological resources into classroom lessons
• Committing to continual professional growth that leads students to achieve the greatest learning gains
• Communicating effectively with students, families and colleagues in order to invest all stakeholders in the learning process
• Attending and actively participating in all professional development, team planning and data analysis meetings
• Meet all CTE program requirements such as hosting 2 advisory meetings per year, inputting student CTE data into Genesis, developing community partnerships for internships/apprenticeships.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Civil Engineering

New Jersey Standard or Provisional Teaching Certificate in Skilled Trades: Drafting or Drafting and Design Technology Endorsement Code 2544

Job description

Camden City School District is seeking a Teacher – CAD to deliver computer-aided design instruction and lead the drafting pathway for high school students. Candidates should have specialized knowledge in CAD/CADD and a track record of high-quality instruction aligned to state standards.

The role emphasizes building strong relationships with students, families, and the community, while meeting CTE program requirements and collaborating with Special Education when needed.