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Position Title: Computer Science/Technology Education Teacher

Pay Grade: Instructional Salary Schedule
Period of Employment: 10 months

Description Approved/ Revised: 6/2024
FLSA Status: Exempt

Supervised by and/or Reports to: Building Administrator and K-12 CTE Director.

General Responsibilities:

Teaches students in grades 7 and 8 in the content and competencies of courses related to Technology Education. Prepares students for a variety of career pathways available at the high school level. Works with CTE and core teachers on cross-curricular projects and activities to enhance curriculum.

Essential Duties:

• Prepares daily instruction and activities to meet all course competencies.
• Organizes learning activities to achieve specific concepts.
• Selects and utilizes materials and resources appropriate for the students’ instructional levels.
• Uses relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
• Evaluates and documents students’ progress through testing, observation, and assessment of skills attained.
• Assesses students’ learning on an ongoing basis and alters instruction to meet group/individual needs.
• Develops summative tests of students’ learning and uses results for further student instruction, grading, and placement.
• Provides a stimulating environment that encourages student participation, development of interpersonal skills, and an understanding of concepts of quality patient care.
• Maintains order and encourages students to set and maintain high standards of behavior within the classroom and clinical settings and in accordance with division guidelines regarding pupil behavior.
• Keeps accurate documentation of students’ attendance, schedules, and course requirements regarding hours of instruction and content.
• Maintains accurate, complete, current, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and School Board Policies and Regulations.
• Supervise and work directly with students in a classroom laboratory using appropriate production techniques and taking all necessary safety precautions to protect students from accidental injury.
• Communicates effectively with students and staff affiliated with the course, including those at Manassas City Public Schools and in the community.
• Provides leadership and organizes student organization activities for Career Technical Student Organization.
• Attends and participates in district and school-level training programs, faculty, and department meetings as required.
• Establishes cooperative relationships with the students and their families.
• Develops effective working relationships with peers, supervisors, and administrators.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requisite Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to deliver instruction using active learning methods that accommodate different learning styles.
• Ability to plan, select, prepare, and implement appropriate active learning activities to meet all course competencies.
• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrates effective knowledge of and use of curriculum content (subject matter and skills) associated with the instructional assignment.
• Demonstrates effective knowledge and use of instructional facilities, equipment, and materials.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal relationships with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students as individuals and in groups.
• Demonstrates professional relationships with peers and specialists.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, electronic learning platforms, and Google Docs.

Requisite Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education-Technology Education or related field (Engineering, Manufacturing, Construction Technology, Energy, etc.).
• Must possess or be eligible for a Virginia Teaching License with an endorsement in Technology Education.
• Experience in the field of Engineering, Manufacturing or Construction a plus.
• Experience teaching in a CTE related field for a minimum of 3 years (preferred).
• Ability to build relationships effectively and professionally with families and students.
• Experience developing and implementing curriculum.
• Proven ability to maintain a safe and studious classroom environment.
• Highly developed oral and written communication skills.
• Experience in computer technology preferred or desirable and/or willing to pursue appropriate technology training as required by position.

Physical Requirements:

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to: a personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, or repetitive motions required.

Manassas City Public Schools assures equal employment opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by federal and state orders and laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential tasks.

Manassas City Public Schools (MCPS) does not discriminate in employment nor in the provision of educational programs, services and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law.

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. It is neither intended to be, nor should it be construed as, an all-inclusive list of the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Administration reserves the right to modify, assign, or remove duties as necessary.