CTE Health Occupations Teacher Full-time Standard

CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) TEACHER

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under the general supervision of an administrator, a classroom teacher will implement school board policy regarding the educational curriculum of a particular instructional division and/or instructional unit associated with a state-approved CTE course of study. The teacher may teach one or more subjects.

ENDORSEMENT AREAS

Agriculture and Natural Resources; Business & Marketing Education; Education, Hospitality and Human Services; Health Science & Public Safety; Information & Media Technology; Skilled & Technical Sciences. Refer to Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) 389.803 for a complete list of CTE license endorsements in each of these areas.

EXEMPLARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Planning and Preparation

• Demonstrates mastery of content and pedagogy, knowledge of students and resources
• Sets instructional outcomes for diverse learners
• Designs coherent instruction and student assessments aligned with Common Core State Standards

Classroom Environment

• Creates an environment of respect and rapport
• Organizes physical space to create a safe, accessible, and resource-rich environment
• Manages classroom procedures and student behavior
• Establishes a culture for learning
• Demonstrates cultural competency

Instruction

• Communicates learning expectations to students
• Engages students in learning
• Utilizes questioning and discussion techniques
• Embeds assessment in instruction
• Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness
• Demonstrates familiarity with Multi-Tiered Systems of Support

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintains accurate records
• Reflects on teaching
• Supports family and community partnerships
• Participates in a professional community
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity and ethical conduct

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Education/Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would allow for the acquisition of a valid Nevada teaching license in secondary CTE education or a Nevada Business & Industry (B & I) license. Typical ways to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:

Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of verified work experience in the associated teaching field, as well as acquisition of associated certifications and the ability to obtain a valid teaching license in Nevada

OR

Education: Bachelor's Degree in the associated teaching field from an accredited college or university with student teaching experience (Nevada secondary CTE license)

OR

Experience and Education: Combination of college coursework and verified work experience equivalent to a minimum of five (5) years in the associated teacher field, acquisition of associated certifications, and the ability to obtain a valid teaching license in Nevada

Knowledge of: Child development; behavior and characteristics of students; subject area and/or credential area of teaching. (e.g. special education, math, science, CTE area, etc.); effective teaching skills; planning and organizing; supervision and control; assessment and diagnosis; interpersonal relations.

Skill at: Creating an effective environment for learning, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with teachers, administrators, counselors, and other staff members. The ability to establish and maintain standard of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. Effective utilization of technology in instruction, planning, data-based decision making and monitoring of student achievement.

License/Certificates: Possession of, or the ability to obtain a valid Nevada teaching license in the relevant subject area/and or grade level.

Special Considerations: When selected for Department chair of a high school, additional pay will be provided based on number of teachers supervised. Industry experience may, in some circumstances, be counted as teaching experience for the purposes of determining salary.

THIS JOB SPECIFICATION SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO IMPLY THAT THESE REQUIREMENTS ARE THE EXCLUSIVE STANDARDS OF THE POSITION. INCUMBENTS MAY BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ANY OTHER INSTRUCTIONS, AND PERFORM ANY OTHER RELATED DUTIES, AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THEIR SUPERVISOR.

The Washoe County School District is committed to providing a safe and respectful learning and working environment for all students, staff, and visitors. The District prohibits bullying, cyber-bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, and/or discrimination based on an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veterans or military status, marital status, disability or the presence of any sensory, physical or mental handicap in any of its educational programs/activities and employment, or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The District prohibits discrimination against any youth group listed in Title 36, as a patriotic society, (i.e. Boy Scouts of America) from access to public school facilities use.