CTE Teacher - ReadiSTAR Vocational Instructor. E-18-01

Northwest Arctic Borough School District; Alaska; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The ReadiSTAR Vocational Instructor at Northwest Arctic Borough School District leads a two-week residential program in Kotzebue, guiding high school students (9-12) through hands-on CTE experiences and industry exposure. The role emphasizes career exploration and pathways to employment and postsecondary training.

You will plan lessons, coordinate field trips with partners, supervise students during instruction and dorm hours, and collaborate to ensure safety and engagement.

Qualifications

• Alaska Type A teaching or CTE certificate required.
• Endorsement or documented experience in CTE/workforce development.
• Minimum of three years of teaching or industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement daily lessons and hands-on activities aligned to CTE pathways.
• Coordinate with industry partners and site leaders to organize field trips.
• Supervise students in instruction, field trips, and dormitory hours.
• Maintain attendance, participation, and program outcomes records.
• Foster an inclusive, respectful learning environment.

Skills

Effective teaching

Hands-on instruction

Interpersonal skills

Education

Alaska Type A Teaching Certificate or CTE Certificate

Tools

Classroom management

Job description

CTE Teacher - ReadiSTAR Vocational Instructor. E-18-01 JobID: 322

• Position Type: Teacher/ Teacher - CTE - STAR - 01
• Date Posted: 5/30/2026
• Date Available: 08/10/2026

Title: CTE Teacher - ReadiSTAR Vocational Instructor

QUALIFICATIONS:

• CurrentandvalidAlaskaTypeATeachingCertificateorCareer&TechnicalEducationCertificate.
• Endorsementordocumentedexperienceincareerandtechnicaleducation,workforcedevelopment,orrelated vocational fields.
• Minimumofthreeyearssuccessfulteachingorindustryexperiencepreferred.
• Abilitytoleadhands-oninstructionalactivitiesandmanagestudentsinresidentialandoff-campussettings.
• Strongorganizational,communication,andinterpersonalskills.
• Abilitytoworkwithculturallyandlinguisticallydiversestudentpopulations.

REPORTS TO: Director of the Alaska Technical Center

SUPERVISES: Students

JOB GOAL: To inspire, prepare, and expose students to a variety of career fields through engaging, meaningful vocational experiences that build awareness, skills and motivation toward postsecondary success.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Plan and implement daily lessons and hands-on activities aligned to vocational pathways introduced during ReadiSTAR
• Coordinatewithindustrypartners,guestspeakersandsiteleaderstofacilitatehigh-qualitycareer exploration field trips.
• Superviseandmonitorstudentsduringinstructionaltime,fieldtrips,anddesignatedresidentialhours.
• CollaboratewithSTARoftheNorthwestandAlaskaTechnicalCenterstafftoensurestudentsafety, engagement and success.
• Maintainaccuraterecordsofstudentattendance,participation,andprogramoutcomes.
• Fosteraninclusive,respectfulandculturallyrelevantlearningenvironment.
• Provideguidanceandmentorshiptostudentsastheyexplorefuturecareerandeducationaloptions.
• Participateinplanningmeetings,trainingsessionsandprogramevaluationsasrequired.
• Upholdalldistrictpoliciesandprogramexpectationsincludingthoserelatedtostudentconductand dormitory life.
• Maintainandinventoryinstructionalmaterials,supplies,andsafetyequipmentusedduringprogram delivery.
• SupportrecruitmentandoutreacheffortstopromotestudentparticipationinReadiSTAR
• Providetransportationassistanceandsupportforstudentfieldexperiencesasneeded.
• Participateincross-programcollaborationwithothereducatorsandCTEprofessionals.
• Supportstudentsincompletingfollow-upreflectionsorassessmentsrelatedtotheirvocational experiences.
• PerformotherdutiesasassignedbytheDirectorofAlaskaTechnicalCenter.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The ReadiSTAR Vocational Instructor is responsible for the planning, instruction and supervision of high school students (Grade 9-12) participating in the ReadiSTAR Vocational Exploratory Program. This two-week intensive program brings students from across the region to Kotzebue, where they reside in dormitory housing at the STAR of the Northwest Magnet School and engage in a diverse range of hands-on Career and Technical Education (CTE) learning experiences. The instructor will deliver high-quality instruction aligned with the career exploration goals, facilitate industry exposure through filed trips and guest-speakers, and support students in understanding pathways to employment and postsecondary training.

LENGTH OF POSITION:190 days

SALARY:Depending on experience / negotiated salary schedule

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and fingerprint clearance. This position is subject to the terms and conditions of the Certified Negotiated Agreement and District policies.

ANAFFIRMATIVEACTION-EQUALOPPORTUNITYEMPLOYER

APPLICATIONS FROM MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED