Grades 9-12 Combination

Teach Georgia - Columbus, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Columbus, GA

About the position

The job of Teacher, Construction was established for the purpose of teaching skills needed in construction careers to students; facilitating student success in academic and interpersonal skills through academic courses of study and by implementing state and district approved curriculum, documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific needs of students; providing a safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Adapts classroom work for the purpose of providing students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans.
• Administers developmental testing programs, subject specific assessments, etc. 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.
• Assesses student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals for the purpose of providing feedback to students, parents and administration.
• Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of community resources for the purpose of improving the overall quality of student outcomes, achieving established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan.
• Demonstrates methods required to perform classroom and/or subject specific assignments for the purpose of providing an effective program addressing individual student requirements.
• Directs student teachers, volunteers and/or student workers for the purpose of providing an effective classroom program and addressing the needs of individual students.
• Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academic, interpersonal and daily living skills through a defined course of study.
• Maintains the classroom and lab areas for the purpose of meeting state, local and industry standards as required.
• Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Models conversation, manners, clean-up activities, listening skills, etc. for the purpose of demonstrating appropriate industry, social and interpersonal behavior.
• Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.g. classroom, field trips, conferences etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
• Organizes age appropriate indoor and outdoor activities for the purpose of ensuring student participation in learning activities.
• Participates in a variety of meetings for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
• Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of documenting student progress and meeting mandated requirements.
• Provide co-curricular CTAE Student Organization experiences to students in the CTAE program for the purpose of leadership development, advanced technical skills, and workforce readiness preparation.
• Provide whole class and small group instruction for the purpose of presenting the grade and/or content appropriate curriculum, in alignment with the Georgia Performance Standards.
• Reports incidents (e.g. fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining personal safety of students, providing a positive learning environment and adhering to Education Code and school policies.
• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Responds to questions from a variety of sources (e.g. other teachers, parents, administrators, etc.) for the purpose of resolving issues, providing information and/or direction.
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

Requirements

• Applicant must hold a minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must meet one of the three certification paths:
• Path 1: Hold a Level IV certificate from NCCER in Carpentry or Electrical or Plumbing or HVAC.
• Path 2: Hold a Level III certificate in Masonry or hold a Contractor license issued by GA Board of Construction Industry, and have at least 2 years of occupational experience in the field.
• Path 3: Hold an associate's degree or higher in construction management or building construction; and have at least 2 years of occupational work experience in the field.
• Must complete the GACE Basic Skills assessment and upon being hired, affiliate with and complete a state-approved program in Trade and Industrial Education in order to convert to the Clear Renewable Technical Specialist certificate.
• Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities.
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; instructional strategies that connect the curriculum to the learners; student management.