Job Description
Position Title: Career Technical Education (CTE) Teacher
Reports To: Chief Student Development Officer, Director of CTE, or designee
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (for Part-Time hourly)/Exempt (for Full-Time salary)
Job Classification: Certificated Part-Time or Full-Time
Pay Range: Hourly for Part-Time/Salary for Full-Time (rates depending on experience)
Position Location: Remote Office
Position Summary: The Career Technical Education (CTE) teacher will teach in one or multiple CTE pathway programs and courses that align with the California CTE Industry Sectors and Pathways. The CTE Teacher will help implement and write curriculum, work with other departments within the organization, assist with program planning and implementation of clubs, job shadowing experiences, and facilitate hands-on projects that prepare students for the 21st century job field.
This position contributes to Elite Academic Academy’s instructional program and supports student academic success through instruction, curriculum development, student support, and/or educational program implementation. This role performs creditable service as defined by CalSTRS and aligns with the organization’s mission to provide innovative, student-centered learning experiences.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- A valid, current, and appropriate California state teaching credential for teaching staff. A copy of Teaching Credential to be provided and kept current.
- Experience in:
- Instruction/curriculum/student support
- Personalized or non-traditional learning environments (preferred)
- A minimum of five years of experience working with TK-12 students.
- Knowledge of California laws and regulations for Public and Charter Schools.
- State and federal fingerprint clearance (Live Scan) to work with students (Ed. Code 44237). No prospective employee can report to work without this clearance being received and the Human Resources Manager notifying the immediate supervisor of this clearance.
- Proof of a clear TB Tine test dated within the last 60 days (Ed. Code 49406) upon employment and thereafter updated every four years.
- Valid California Driver’s License.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities:
- Provide parents/students with information and tools to make an informed choice when selecting from current academy pathways.
- Ensure Elite Academic Academy is set apart from similar schools/programs and that students have the best opportunities and experiences available.
- Increase retention of high school students who often leave the homeschool model in high school.
- Increase opportunities for our students, such as industry clinics/field trips/webinars and industry certification specific workshops, online consulting and virtual training.
- Recruiting/Exposure - create and work with the marketing department to recruit and expose current students to Elite CTE Academy offerings.
- Provide students an opportunity to engage socially with other students and to make connections.
- Assistant with program planning, implementation and evaluation of CTE programs and practices.
- Serve as a curriculum expert and help to develop CTE curriculum.
- Instruct students in courses and provide systems of support for student engagement and success.
- Assist CTE Director or designee with completing reporting requirements for state, federal, and local initiatives.
- Collaborate with local organizations to provide outreach programs which are aligned with the curriculum.
- Host CTE Clubs and provide students with opportunities for national competitions.
- Perform related duties and responsibilities as required by the CTE Director or Designee.
- Host Weekly Live Sessions for students in each CTE course.
- Take attendance of student participation in Live Sessions or Academy Events.
- Communicate and collaborate with Teachers of Record to ensure student academic success.
- Attend a minimum of 4 field trips (2 in person, and 2 virtual) per semester, during the school year (not including mandatory Professional Development events).
General Expectations:
- Develop a clear mission and vision for CTE Academy program(s).
- Vet Community Partners and organize them by type to share with parents/students.
- Host clinics/field trips/webinars in Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Diego areas.
- Support Elite Administrators with individual program specific goals such as setting up a program/track for student success and certification.
- Develop new relationships with quality Community Partners and create partnerships between them and the programs.
- Work with programs to offer virtual and online physical education classes, training, and workshops.
SMART Goals:
- Fulfill school-wide and individual LCAP/SMART goals.
Use of Computer Technology:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have general knowledge of database software, how to use the internet to find information and complete tasks, email usage, order processing systems, spreadsheet software, and word processing software. The employee is expected to acquire and maintain a working computer with an internet connection and a printer.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to demonstrate activities.
- Operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.
- Seeing to read a variety of materials and monitor students.
- Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
- Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
- Lifting objects up to 50 pounds.
- Close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Noise level is generally moderate.
- Meetings conducted in public and private settings.
- Indoor and outdoor in varying temperature.
- Employee must have available transportation and be able to drive up to 100 miles in a day.
