Construction Tech. Teacher

Oakland Schools; Clarkston (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakland Schools in Michigan seeks a High School Teacher for Construction Trades (CTE) to lead a rigorous program aligned with state standards. You will design and deliver competency-based curricula, assess student performance, and integrate CTSO activities into the classroom.

Must ensure safety, manage lab resources, and collaborate with advisory members and families. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's or higher in Construction Trades, a current Michigan Builder's License, and can connect

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Construction Trades and/or related teaching certification.
• Must possess a valid and current Michigan Builder's License.
• Ability to qualify for Annual Occupational Authorization in Construction Trades if no Occupational Certificate.
• Previous secondary/adult level teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students and evaluate performance using appropriate methodologies.
• Develop competency-based Construction Trades curriculum and materials.
• Coordinate a rigorous Construction Trades program with assessments and industry alignment.
• Maintain classroom management and organize lab and equipment.
• Meet with parents and participate in faculty meetings and professional development.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Technology skills

Team oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Trades

Annual Occupational Authorization eligibility

Tools

Computers and industry software

Job description

• Position Type:High School Teaching/ Business and Industry (CTE)
• Bachelor's degree, Interim Occupational Certificate or Occupational Education Certificate in Construction Trades (CIP Code 46.0000) ; or if no Occupational Certificate, the ability to qualify for Annual Occupational Authorization inConstruction Trades which requires a minimum of two years or 4,000 hours (within the last 5 years) of recent and relevant paid work experience in the construction industry
• Must possess a valid and current Michigan Builder's License
• Previous secondary/adult level teaching experience preferred
• Specific qualifications as determined by area of instruction

Duties and Responsibilities

• Communication and business networking skills required
• Must possess excellent organizational skills, technology skills, be detailed and team oriented
• Instruct students and evaluate their performances using a variety of educationally appropriate methodologies
• Develop competency based Career Technical instructional methods and materials, including curriculum
• Facilitates/coordinates a rigorous Construction Trades curriculum with career-related instruction and assessments
• Models enthusiasm for Construction Trades and demonstrates current innovations in the industry, including competition within the global economy
• Prepares orders for purchase of supplies, tools, equipment, and instructional materials necessary to support the learning activities of the Building Construction Trades program
• Integrate Career & Technical Student Organization (C.T.S.O.) leadership activities into the Construction Trades program
• Prepares course objectives and outline for course of study following curriculum guidelines or requirements of state and school
• Assigns lessons and corrects student work
• Administers assessments to evaluate pupil progress, records results, and issues reports to inform parents of progress
• Maintains all student records
• Maintains a positive system of classroom management
• Meets with parents to discuss student progress and problems
• Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops
• Performs related duties such as sponsoring one or more activities or student organizations, assisting pupils in selecting course of study, and counseling student in adjustment and academic problems
• Manage program accounts and projects, working within budget and scheduling requirements
• Confer with advisory members to discuss curriculum requirements, industry standards, and to coordinate activities
• Facilitate work-based learning experiences for students (field trips, job shadows, internships, job placement)
• Promote and market the Clarkston Construction Trades Program
• Teach job entry skills and maintain an instructional program that reflects the actual work environment
• Maintain daily student progress and attendance records
• Organize and maintain lab and equipment
• Responsible for incorporating fundamentals of Algebra 2, resulting in embedded credit of Algebra 2
• Coordinate with other instructional team members to ensure best/compatible use of and common program equipment and equipment security
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Other duties may be assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of national and local building codes and standards
• Knowledge of and willingness to apply and develop competency based career-technical instructional methods
• Ability to provide multi-level instruction
• Knowledge of computers and industry specific software
• Coordinate use of common program equipment
• Be available, on occasion, for in-building and school activities and committees in various public relations, community and marketing activities beyond normal workday

Salary

Salary to commensurate with experience.