Teacher -Vocational Career Technology SY24-25 - Baltimore, United States - Baltimore City Public Schools

Description

The Career Practicum Instructor for the Pathways in Technology Early College High School (PTECH) program collaborates with internal and external partners to provides related educational services and work-based learning experiences for students in a skills-based learning environment. The Career Practicum Instructor serves all students by building linkages with the school staff, business/industry representatives, postsecondary educational personnel, parents, and civic and community organizations. In addition, collaborating with the school staff and coordinating the support services of the business community, the PTECH Coordinator facilitates students' transition into the workplace through their enrollment in the High School P-TECH program.

• Supports students with planning their career more effectively.
• Creates a career and professional development plan.
• Implements skills learned during their studies
• Provides students with an opportunity to acquire understanding of actual employment settings utilizing their skills and aptitudes.
• Applies problem-solving skills in the work environment.
• Develops effective communication techniques in the workplace
• Utilizes various electronic systems to search and research career opportunities.
• Explores information and career resources.
• Acquires learning and self-management tools.
• Develops interpersonal competencies.
• Facilitates learned experiences to enhance long-term education and career goals.
• Serves as a liaison for program partners.
• Manages student work-based learning experiences, including internships and related activities.
• Manages mentorship-related activities with the partners.

• Candidate must posses a valid Maryland State Department of Education Teaching certificate with Work-based Learning endorsement.
• Previous successful experience in teaching work-based learning / workforce management OR youth engagement preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to use a variety of instructional strategies and methods appropriate for student learning and work-based learning experience needs.
• Ability to integrate technology with the curriculum.
• Problem solving abilities and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to organize ideas, time, and materials to accomplish goals.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and plan with other staff members through Professional Learning Communities.
• Desire and willingness to continue to learn and pursue professional development.
• Be enthusiastic, flexible and have a commitment for students to reach high learning standards.
• Willingness to accept extracurricular assignments.

Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

• Completed online application
• Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
• Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
• Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
• All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
• All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link:

• Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long-standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see City Schools' non-discrimination statemen City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups.

For inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies, please contact the Equal Employment Opportunity Manager, 200 E. North Avenue, Room 208, Baltimore, MD 21202; phone); fax).

This position is affiliated with the Baltimore Teachers Union (BTU) bargaining union.

This position is affiliated with the State Retirement Plan.