Senior Administrator - CTE

Wake County Public School System; Cary (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Public School System is seeking a Senior Administrator for Instructional Services/CTE in Cary, NC. The role leads curriculum development, supports teachers with professional learning communities, and oversees budgets for CTE programs.

The position requires a Master's degree and at least five years of relevant experience, including CTE leadership. It offers a hybrid workweek and responsibilities across state and national conferences as applicable.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited university.
• Five years teaching, CTE support services, supervisory, or administrative experience within the preceding eight years, with at least two years in CTE.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and oversees the implementation of CTE programs in assigned content areas, creating resources aligned with CTE standards and district strategic plan.
• Develops and facilitates professional development for teachers and school staff to improve CTE programs.
• Analyzes data on CTE program effectiveness and sets targets for system-wide improvement.
• Manages budgets for program areas, including equipment, supplies, and travel for student organizations and PLCs.
• Builds and maintains partnerships with businesses and community groups to support CTE.
• Represents the district at conferences, task forces, and committees as appropriate.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws and district policies.
• Interprets NC CTE plans and DPI guidelines to ensure statutory compliance and efficient tasks.

Skills

MS Office

Google Apps

CTE policy knowledge

instructional improvement

policy interpretation

budget awareness

data analysis

strong communication

stakeholder collaboration

Education

Master's degree

Five years teaching/CTE/admin experience (within last eight years)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

POSITION TITLE (Oracle title)

SENIOR ADMINISTRATOR

WORKING TITLE

CTE Senior Administrator

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Instructional Services/CTE

LOCATION

Crossroads I, Cary, NC

PAY GRADE

Senior Administrator-Band 3

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT

Yes

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends) Position is available for a hybrid telework workweek

POSITION PURPOSE:

Develops, implements, and coordinates curriculum, instructional materials, and professional development to support specified CTE content areas [Agriculture, Technology Education and Trade and Industrial Education]. Works with CTE Instructional Specialists to facilitate Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and ongoing support for teachers. Responsible for reviewing and making approvals of related program area budget requests.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Google Apps;
• Considerable knowledge of state and federal legislation that governs CTE programming and accountability;
• Considerable knowledge of developing short-term and long-range goals for improving instruction system-wide;
• Considerable knowledge of effective classroom practices and ability to assist school staff in implementing effective practices;
• Ability to interpret educational policies, procedures, and programs for a variety of audiences;
• Ability to develop and implement instructional policies and programs;
• Ability to analyze CTE and school performance data and collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement program improvement strategies;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's degree from an accredited university;
• Five years teaching, CTE support services, supervisory, or administrative experience within the preceding eight years of which a minimum of two years must have been in CTE programs.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Must hold or be eligible to hold a North Carolina Professional Educator's License as Career and Technical Education Director (License Code 711);
• Current M level license in a CTE program area OR Current principal license/school administrator;
• Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license according to the State of NC requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• District level central services administrative experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates and oversees the implementation of CTE programs in assigned content areas including the creation of resources aligned with CTE standards and Wake County Public Schools' (WCPSS) strategic plan.
• Develops, coordinates, and implements professional development for teachers and other school-based staff that supports continuous improvement of CTE programs.
• Analyzes data on the effectiveness of CTE programs to create and implement goals for improving performance system-wide.
• Coordinates and monitors budgets for particular program areas including evaluation of equipment needs, consumable supply purchases, and travel for student organizations and professional learning.
• Promotes and maintains partnerships with businesses, governmental agencies, individuals, and groups within the community regarding CTE.
• Represents the school district at local, state and national conferences and on task forces and committees as appropriate.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies.
• Interprets the state of North Carolina's CTE Plan, the state of North Carolina's Department of Public Instruction (DPI) guidelines, and school district procedures to school personnel in order to conform to statutory requirements and perform tasks efficiently.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This job operates in a professional office environment and has a noise level of mostly low to moderate. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers. The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff, students, and the public. Work is considered light physical work, requiring the exertion of up to ten pounds of force. The work frequently requires driving automotive equipment.

EFFECTIVE DATE:10/2026

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.