Graphic Communications and Printing Technologies

Wayne County Schools Employment Network; Harper Woods (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Harper Woods School District – College and Career Institute seeks a qualified instructor for Graphic Communications and Printing Technologies. The role emphasizes delivering curriculum from basic to advanced levels, aligning with state standards, and coordinating assessments and student growth.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in the program area and a Michigan certification in Graphic Communications and Printing Technologies, with experience teaching at the secondary level preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the relevant program area.
• Valid Michigan Occupation Certification in Graphic Communications and Printing Technologies (CIP 10.0301).
• Prior secondary or adult teaching experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Instruct Graphic Communications and Printing Technologies from basic to advanced levels.
• Lead and participate in CTSO activities and student competitions.
• Adhere to state standards and maintain classroom assessments and records.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum development

Student mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in program area

Michigan Certification in Graphic Communications and Printing Technologies (CIP 10.0301)

Job description

Graphic Communications and Printing Technologies JobID: 24082

• Position Type:
  High School Teaching/ Vocational Education
  
• Date Posted:
  9/8/2026
  
• Location:
  Harper Woods High School
  

Harper Woods School District – College and Career Institute

Job Posting For:

Graphic Communications and Printing Technologies (10.0301)

SUMMARY

Instructs students in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth in the subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible citizens.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Graphic Communications and Printing Technologies ranging from Basic to Advanced skill levels.
• Skills and abilities to be creative, impartial, professional and dedicated.
• Effectively guides students in the operation of the student run restaurant –preparing and serving meals and culinary specialties to students, parents, faculty and members of the community.
• Contribute to fostering a strong program industry advisory committee and conducts a minimum of two meetings per year.
• Teaches the state approved standards for CIP Code 10.0301
• Update the CIP Self-review and fulfill all State of Michigan CTE requirements annually
• Participate in CTSO's student competitions.
• Actively participate as an advisor and mentor for CTSO's related to program area.
• Teaches district approved curriculum.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Administers and develops subject specific assessments for the purpose of assessing student competency levels and/or developing individual learning plans.
• Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress for the purpose of communicating expectations; student's achievements; developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
• Assesses student progress towards AIM's, expectations, and/or goals for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration.
• Counsels students for the purpose of improving performance, problem solving techniques and a variety of personal issues.
• Demonstrates and differentiates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject specific assignments for the purpose of providing an effective program that addresses individual student requirements and results in student growth.
• Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academics through a defined course of study.
• Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, school grounds, hallways, restrooms, focus trips, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Participates in a variety of meetings and professional development activities for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required resulting in optimum performance.
• Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, lesson plans following scope and sequence correspondence with parents and students, examinations and quizzes, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Uses various tools to assess the growth and achievement of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate hard copy and web-based records and prepares progress/grade reports.
• Accommodates the learning disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
• Participates in co-teaching situations with a special education teacher assigned.
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, harassment, zero tolerance offenses etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to state law and board policies.
• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Maintains reliable and consistent attendance and demonstrates the ability to withstand the physical and mental rigors of teaching.
• Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. other teachers, parents, administrators, students, central office staff, etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues, providing information and/or direction.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by administration.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in program area
• Valid Standard or Professional Michigan Occupation Certification in Graphic Communications and Printing Technologies (CIP 10.0301) ranging from Basic to Advanced skill levels. Without a Bachelor's Degree or CTE certificate the ability to qualify for Annual Career Authorization which requires a minimum of 4,000 hours (within the last 10 years) of recent and relevant work experience in Graphic Communications and Printing Technologies.
• Previous secondary/adult teaching experience preferred but not required.

ADDITIONAL CURRICULUM SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on content, curriculum, OCTE standards and school AIM's and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents; skilled in oral and written communication.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of