Construction Science Focus Teacher

Job No: 1531 Posting Timeline: March 8, 2023 - Until Filled

Position: Construction Science Focus Teacher

Location: Hill Center

Starting Date: April2023

Work Days per Week: 5 days

Hours per Day: 7 hours (minimum of 35 hours per week-1.0 FTE)

Salary: Per appropriate placement on the LSEA master agreement salary schedule

Bargaining Unit: LSEA

QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure

• A valid Michigan Professional teaching certificate, a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with CTE Endorsement, or an industry credential that qualifies for Annual Career Authorization through the Lansing School District.

Education, Training & Experience

• At least five (5) years successful teaching or training experience and demonstrated leadership
• Successful and positive experience working with high school age students and diverse student populations.
• Relevant work experience in skilled trades/construction trades.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Proven expertise in research-based instructional strategies that engage students and yield positive academic gains.
• Provide theme-based instruction to students in grades 9-12, engaging them in culturally relevant and industry specific learning experiences.
• Ability to design, develop, implement, and train staff on project-based learning
• Deep knowledge of and experience in establishing data-driven educational
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, using a multitude of platforms.
• Willingness to fully participate in year-round local, state, and national Magnet conferences, trainings, meetings, and family and community engagement events.
• Demonstrated ability to work in multi-ethnic and multicultural learning environments, employing equitable and inclusive practices.
• Demonstrated commitment to engage with community and business partners as a resource in curriculum development, work-based learning opportunities, and post-secondary options.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assemble and lead a curriculum team that designs a 4-year Construction Trades program of study (POS). The POS will integrate CTE content and instructional strategies across core subjects, non-core subjects, enrichment, extracurricular, and family learning experiences.
• Provide theme-based instruction to students in grades 9-12, engaging them in culturally relevant and industry specific learning experiences.
• Support CTE High School teachers as they implement the Greater Michigan Construction Academy Curriculum Framework, VR Expeditions, and project-based learning strategies.
• Serve as the instructional leader in the focus area, utilizing best practices related to coaching, modeling, co-teaching, and facilitating professional learning communities.
• Plan and deliver program specific training and professional development activities for CTE High School staff.
• Assist CTE High School administration and staff in establishing and implementing a school-wide public relations, marketing, and recruiting program that promotes CTE and targets potential enrollees (including Open House programs, promotional campaigns, individual and group demonstrations, and information sessions).
• Collect data and document program results to be shared with various stakeholders, including the Project Director and MSAP Project
• Work with CTE High School administration and staff to complete necessary documents to execute purchases allowable under the magnet
• Assist the CTE High School administration and staff in developing and strengthening relationships with industry partners, institutions of higher education, and community leaders.
• Perform other duties consistent with MSAP's project objectives of reducing and preventing racial isolation in magnet schools, improving academic achievement, implementing innovative classroom methods and practices and expanding student academic choices.
• Serve on the ARC (Academically Rigorous Choices) Advisory Board and individual CTE High School Advisory Boards.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Classroom and workshop laboratory; Off-site construction projects; Safety precautions required with flammable materials, tools and equipment (requires wearing of safety gloves, clothing, etc.)

TheLansingSchoolDistrictacceptson-line applications only. Applicants are to submit a (1) Complete and detailed LSD Application (educational background, specialized/technical training, work experience, most recent performance evaluations), (2) Resume, (3) Cover Letter, (4) Letters of Recommendation, (5) Seniority Date, if applicant is an LSD bargaining unit member.

In the event the applicant cannot upload or scan the additional required documents, they can be submitted by mail or in person on or before the posting expiration date. The applicant shall indicate on the packet of information the position for which the materials are intended using the following statement: Please attach this packet of additional information to my on-line application for job # (insert #), (insert job title). I have submitted an on-line application under the name, (insert your name) and assigned it to the job number indicated.

Lansing School District, Attn: Human Resources Department

519 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48933

Phone: 517-755-2000 Fax: 517-755-2009

The Lansing School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in its educational policies or practices on the basis of religion, race, color, sex, national origin, or handicap of any individual. For more information on employment opportunities with the Lansing School District visit our website at www.lansingschools.net.