Director Of Career And Technical Education

"Primary Purpose:
The director will oversee effective implementation of the District's CTE Program, develop instructional framework responsive to CTE students, ensure compliance with state and federal laws, provide instructional leadership, develop and institute a professional development plan to ensure high standards of instructional service to all students, including members of special populations.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education/Certification
Master's Degree
Texas Principal or appropriate administrator certificate
Valid Texas Teaching Certificate
Certified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) appraiser (or obtain within 90 days)
Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50) paid by employee.

Required Experience:
Minimum three (3) years' teaching experience in CTE subject area assigned
Minimum three (3) years' administrative and/or leadership experience

Knowledge/Skills:
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Working knowledge of federal and state code governing CTE
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Management style compatible with the position
Knowledge of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of standard for CTE facilities, supplies, and materials
Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills
Ability to interpret data

Major Responsibilities and Duties:
(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.)

Professionalism
The Educators' Code of Ethics is set forth in Texas Administrative Code to provide rules for standard practices and ethical conduct toward students, professional colleagues, school officials, parents, and members of the community.
Rule §247.1 Purpose and Scope; Definitions
Rule §247.2 Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators

Instructional Management
The director promotes improvement of instruction through activities such as the following:
Align CTE programs with relevant certifications, licensures, and industry requirements to the greatest extent possible.
Ensure CTE programs assist students, including special populations, in the development of skills necessary for employment (i.e. interview skills, application skills, 21st century skills, etc.).
Coordinate, research, and inform the instructional programs in CTE.
Coordinate the review and selection of instructional materials and supplies in CTE program.
Plan, coordinate, communicate, and facilitate the implementation of new instructional programs in CTE.
Develop, manage, and allocate of the annual budgets for CTE programs.

Data Management and Analysis
The director assists with fostering analytical and collaborative environment activities such as the following:
Compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other required documents.
Respond promptly to all internal data requests and ad hoc research projects for District and campus administrators.
Use technology-rich data to collect, organize, and analyze assessment data to determine the extent to which all students at all levels are achieving state and federal standards.
Analyze dynamic regional market data to offer suggested CTE programing and staffing requirements.
Direct the effective implementation of the district's improvement plan addressing CTE.

Organization Management and Improvement
The director manages administrative, fiscal, and facilities functions responsibly through activities such as the following:
Participate and guide CTE development at the campus and District level.
Collaborate with core content to effectively integrate core curriculum priorities with CTE.
Assist in CTE programmatic planning, including course selections, coherent sequencing, and modification.
Manage federal CTE funding including timely submission of grant applications and reports.
Review CTE program offerings to ensure alignment with job opportunities within the area and state.
Ensure processes are in place to provide assistance to students making career choices.
Assist special education and general education personnel in correct placement of students with special needs in CTE classes.
Establish systematic procedures for identifying accomplishing goals.
Organize and assign CTE resources to maximize student achievement, increase positive teacher performance, and increase capacity of district and campus staff.

Communication and Community Relations
The director promotes a positive tone for school or community relations through activities such as the following:
Consult with parents, staff, and students.
Manage CTE social media accounts and direct CTE promotional activities.
Maintain vibrant CTE Advisory Committee.
Foster collaborative educational efforts among members of the total school community.
Seek support for school programs and involve himself or herself in community activities that foster rapport between the school district and the larger community.
Identify and communicate with community employers to form and maintain partnerships leading to possible opportunities for enhanced student instruction, student job placement, or other areas of cooperation.
Facilitate communication within the District and between the District and the community.

Professional Growth and Development
The director provides leadership in professional growth and development through activities such as the following:
Develop and deliver research-based professional development aligned to District goals and initiatives.
Develop and deliver professional development to optimize administrative support for the CTE program.
Participate in professional organizations and take the initiative to develop needed professional skills, including university projects, regional service providers, and vendors.
Stay current in areas of instructional innovations, industry specific requirements, and college credit connections.
Determine and implement evaluative information for improvement of performance.

Qualities of an Effective Director
The director exhibits qualities such as the following:
Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of this position.
Demonstrate a high level of personal integrity, a collaborative leadership style and high ethical standards.
Keep informed of and comply with state, District, and campus policies affecting schools.
Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
Shall comply with the standards of conduct set out in Board Policy DH (Legal) and (Local) and with any other policies, regulations, and guidelines that impose duties, requirements, or standards.
Perform any other duties as assigned by the administration.
Maintain confidentiality.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Staff assigned as appropriate. Monitor and assist teachers in the CTE program.

Equipment:
Computer, computer software programs and peripherals, teacher resource materials and equipment, printer, copier, fax and other equipment applicable to the position.

Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Work irregular and extended work hours to include holidays and weekends.
May report to various campuses within the district for a full work day.
Work with frequent interruptions and maintain emotional control under stress.
Continual standing, walking, lifting, carrying, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling and kneeling.
Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise, low or intense illumination vibration. Occasional exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.), work outside, work around moving objects or vehicles, work on uneven surfaces.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

The grantee certifies that the federally funded portion of this position and duties are reasonable, necessary, allowable and allocable under the applicable federal fund source. The grantee further certifies that it is in compliance with the federal requirement that the duties of this position funded by this grant are not required by state law, SBOE rules, or local board policy, i.e., it is a supplemental position.

The grantfunded portion of this position and duties meet the purpose, goals, and objectives of the federal fund source. Documentation will be maintained locally by the district that clearly demonstrates the allowable and supplemental nature of the position and will provide such documentation to TEA upon request. The LEA will maintain auditable documentation to ensure the position was determined through a needs assessment and is included in the campus improvement plan and district improvement plan.