Carver Center For Arts And Tech - CTE -Construction Carpentry

IMDiversity; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Carver Center For Arts And Tech in Towson, MD seeks a full-time Construction Carpentry teacher to lead NCCER-certified programs, teach residential and commercial carpentry, and develop career pathways linking high school to apprenticeship and higher education.

The role requires industry experience, Maryland educator certification, and ability to manage instruction, materials, and student progress, while collaborating with staff and local employers.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of industry-related carpentry experience; teaching experience preferred.
• Experience in major construction areas with emphasis on carpentry.
• Ability to develop and deliver NCCER-aligned instruction and assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and course/program management in carpentry aligned with NCCER.
• Demonstrate hands-on critical thinking and problem solving for construction standards.
• Develop workplace skills and teamwork through computer technology integration.
• Collaborate with postsecondary institutions to build career pathways.
• Prepare instructional materials, maintain equipment, and manage class resources.
• Obtain NCCER program certification documentation for students.
• Lead student organizations related to construction.
• Engage with employers and community groups to promote technical skills.
• Recruit and select students and maintain student records.
• Create an instructional environment that supports student development.

Skills

Carpentry pedagogy

NCCER certification process

Curriculum development

Classroom management

Industry experience

Education

Maryland Educator Certificate (Trades & Industry)

NCCER instructor certification in carpentry

Job description

Carver Center For Arts And Tech - CTE - Construction Carpentry - 0975
Towson, MD, United States
Job Info
Job Identification: 1635
Job Category: Teacher

Locations
Carver Ctr Arts Tech

Job Schedule
Full time

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Creates 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, paraeducators, parents, and community members in the education of students.
• Attends staff meetings. Serves on various committees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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.
• 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.