Middle School Career Explorations Teacher — Hands-On Pathways

East Lee Middle School; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee County Schools East Lee Middle School – Sanford, North Carolina seeks a CTE-Middle Grade Career Explorations Teacher (12-month equivalent term, 10 months per contract) to guide students through career pathways. You will connect classroom study to real-world work, coordinate partnerships, and foster employability skills.

Applicant must hold or be eligible for a NC Professional Educator's License in the CTE Business Education licensure area and bring relevant two-year industry experience to

Qualifications

• Knowledge of NC standards and CTE principles.
• Ability to connect academics to real-world careers.
• Experience with project-based learning and varied instruction.
• Familiarity with data to improve instruction.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan delivers and evaluates standards-based instruction.
• Facilitate hands-on career exploration experiences.
• Coordinate guest speakers, field trips, and partnerships.
• Integrate career readiness competencies daily.
• Monitor progress and maintain records as required.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Google Workspace

Learning management systems

Instructional technology

Project-based learning

Adolescent development

Career exploration

Data-driven instruction

Education

Bachelor's in CTE or related field

2 years business/industry experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Learning management systems

Job description

Lee County Schools East Lee Middle School – Sanford, North Carolina seeks a CTE-Middle Grade Career Explorations Teacher (12-month equivalent term, 10 months per contract) to guide students through career pathways. You will connect classroom study to real-world work, coordinate partnerships, and foster employability skills.

Applicant must hold or be eligible for a NC Professional Educator's License in the CTE Business Education licensure area and bring relevant two-year industry experience to