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•   Teaching - High School/Industrial Arts
• Date Posted: 3/1/2023
• Location: Montrose High School
• Date Available: 08/09/2023
• Closing Date: Until Filled

Position Title: CTE – Construction/Engineering Teacher Direct Supervisor: Building Principal Contracted Length Term: Teacher – 178 Days Salary Schedule: Teacher (range $43,000 - $66,779 based on the 23/24 salary schedule, education and related experience) Additional stipend for coaching the Skills USA program may apply. Start Date: August 9, 2023 School Summary: Montrose High School is the largest school in the district, yet we strive to create a warm and supportive community that values balance in all aspects of life.  We prioritize building relationships with our students and staff, and we believe that celebrating successes and fostering growth is critical to student success. To ensure that all students are well-equipped for their future, we are constantly refining our instructional framework to include collaboration, standards-based learning, and common and formative assessments.  We believe that by working together and focusing on growth, we can help our students achieve their fullest potential, both academically and personally. In addition to our focus on academic achievement, we offer a myriad of clubs and extracurricular activities that allow students to explore their interests and develop important life skills.  Whether it’s through our sports teams, music programs, or 29 student organizations, we encourage students and staff to find their passions and get involved as we embrace the Red Hawk spirit. Benefits:  At MCSD, we care about our employees and their loved ones. Our benefits package consist of the following items: a variety of health insurance plans with employer contribution, including dental and vision insurance, Telehealth, a $50,000 life insurance policy with optional additional coverage, PERA retirement contribution, supplemental insurance options including pet insurance, no match tax shelter account options including 401K, 457(b), 403 (b) and Roth, before tax deductions and flexible spending options, paid leave options and holidays based upon the position, Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Added perks: Great people to work with, professional development, advancement opportunities, and multiple wellness programs with incentives. Summary of Position: The High School Construction Trades and Engineering Teacher will be responsible for delivering a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for entry-level jobs in the construction industry or post-secondary education in construction-related fields, as well as engineering-related fields. The teacher will work with students to develop their practical skills, theoretical knowledge, safety awareness in construction trades, and engineering principles. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain appropriate curriculum that will support program objectives.
• Utilize a variety of professional teaching techniques to demonstrate current methods of construction.
• Support hands-on learning and demonstration using tools of the trade and practicing proper safety guidelines.
• Designs lessons based on best practices with clear learning targets and measurable goals aligned with State standards and/or unit outcomes.
• Coach the SkillsUSA student organization to prepare students for competition and to promote leadership and teamwork skills. Some travel may be required.
• Frequently plans collaboratively with colleagues.
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, discipline and learning problems.
• Provide direct supervision to all students while tools and equipment are in operation.
• Accurately and punctually submit all information needed for grading and attendance.
• Participate in district Career and Technical Education (CTE) activities and complete all CTE requirements, including state reporting.
• Maintains student confidentiality.
• Attend all staff meetings as required.

*All other duties as assigned. Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Must possess a current State of Colorado Secondary CTE Architecture and Construction Credential and/or CTE Engineering Credential, or ability to obtain within first year of employment.*

*  U.S. service members and veterans may meet content knowledge requirements for CTE credentials as follows: 

• Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy or Space Force members: three or more years active duty
• Guard/Reserve members: 10 years experience, or 5 years experience with 12 months active-duty deployment
• Specialty (MOS), the time of service and an honorable discharge must be verified on a DD-214-member copy 4 (submitted in application)

Experience: Three years teaching experience preferred in technical skills, trade or vocational areas. Prior teaching experience is not required to obtain a CTE credential. For CTE Credential occupational experience options, please see CTE Architecture and Construction Credential and/or CTE Engineering Credential worksheets. Knowledge and Abilities: Knowledge of:

• General office procedures, policies, and practices.
• Customer service techniques.
• Variable teaching/adaptation techniques.
• Professional and technical writing methods and practices.
• Project management principles, practices, and methods.
• Technology devices and software
• Organizational methods and how to implement them in a classroom setting.
• Effective teaching skills.

Ability to:

• Follow directions and collaborate with team members.
• Self-motivation.
• Ability to remain calm and respond to student behaviors appropriately.
• Supervise a classroom, and delegate tasks and authority.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously, under pressure, and in emergency and/or stressful situations.
• Work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
• Organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Develop, understand, interpret, and communicate policies and procedures.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Physical Requirements: The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions.  

• Persons performing service in this position classification will exert 5 to 50 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• This type of work involves sitting, walking, and/or standing.
• Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by weather may occasionally be experienced.
• Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, providing oral information, the manual dexterity to operate business related equipment, and handling and working with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job.
• CBI/FBI background clearance and a clean driving record.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job

Bureaus: Colorado. Job Categories: Full-Time. Job Types: Teacher. Salaries: 40,000 - 60,000.