Director Of Career And Technical Education

PLEASE NOTE: This position is frozen and we will not begin considerations until after July 1, 2024.

Chapel Hill- Carrboro City Schools

Job Description Job Title: Director of Career and Technical Education Salary Schedule: Local Administrator Salary Schedule; CHCCS Salary Page Reports To: Executive Director of Curriculum & Instruction for Secondary Education / Deputy Superintendent of Teaching & Learning, Equity & Engagement Salary Grade: Director Work Location: Lincoln Center FLSA Status: Exempt Work Schedule: 12 Month Position Summary Responsible for the leadership of the Career and Technical Education program, including the strategic plan and vision, management of budget, technology, program equipment, and CTE Central Support Staff (Instructional Management Coordinator, Career Development Coordinator, and Special Populations Coordinator). Provide administrative support to middle and high school principals, teachers, superintendent, and local board of education by effectively communicating pertinent information. Facilitate appropriate staffing and staff development focused on improved instruction and student achievement through performance data analysis. Collaborate with postsecondary institutions to promote seamless transitions and articulation for students. Participate in regional, state, and national conferences, workshops, and meetings to stay current on CTE issues such as legislation, policies, labor market, and economic development trends. Work cooperatively to build strong community/business and industry involvement to promote and enhance Career and Technical Education programs.

Essential Duties Accountability (20%)

• Develop and implement the annual Career and Technical Education Local Plan based on requirements of state and federal laws.

• Measure and analyze performance data to improve instruction and student performance.

• Coordinate the annual data collection, including CTE reporting academic and technical measures to meet state and federal achievement benchmarks.

• Prepare and submit all necessary reports as required by the LEA, State Board of Education, and federal law governing Career and Technical Education (Perkins Legislation).

Fiscal Management and Compliance (25%)

• Plan, develop, direct, monitor, and maintain the Career and Technical Education budgets per established policies, local planning strategies, Standard Course of Study, and changing needs.

• Reconcile financial records and prepare fiscal reports as required.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, procedures, and policies.

• Purchase instructional supplies, materials, and equipment for maintaining and improving CTE programs and the use of technology.

• Ensure procedures are established to maintain inventory control of equipment, materials, and supplies in compliance with LEA procedures.

Curriculum and Instruction (30%)

• Provide for comprehensive professional development of teachers and staff, including Career and Technical Education program curriculum/curriculum integration.

• Encourage and support the improvement of instruction.

• Support and promote active participation of teachers and students in Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs).

• Promote cooperative education, internships, shadowing, and apprenticeships as instructional methodologies.

• Coordinate the maintenance and updating of technology and network components in Career and Technical Education labs.

• Develop and implement articulation agreements between secondary and postsecondary institutions to allow a seamless transition for students.

• Maintain a current knowledge of curriculum development and instructional strategies, resulting in effective education design and delivery.

• Implement the instructional management system (IMS) as a total curriculum development and training system.

• Support and promote industry credentialing of programs, teachers, and students.

Community Involvement and Partnerships (15%)

• Promote school and community relations with agencies, individuals, and groups within the community regarding the standards and relevance of Career and Technical Education programs.

• Represent the Local Education Agency (LEA) at local, state, and national conferences and serve on task forces and other committees as deemed appropriate.

• Develop partnerships with key external stakeholders such as Business and Industry, Institutes of High Learning, the Chamber of Commerce, the Workforce Development Board, and Economic Development that advocate the value of CTE by fostering high-skill, high-wage, or high-demand career opportunities for students.

• Communicate pertinent Career and Technical Education information to the Superintendent, Board of Education, CTE staff, and advisory committees.

• Continuously appraise, evaluate, and promote the Career and Technical Education program utilizing a CTE Advisory Committee.

Human Resources (10%)

• Allocation of funding for Career and Technical Education teachers and coordinators.

• Serve as a liaison between the LEA Human Resources Office and the State Department of Public Instruction Licensure Division.

• Recruit, interview, hire, support, and allocate personnel in Career and Technical Education programs.

• Coordinate and supervise Career and Technical Education professional development activities, both school-based and district-wide.

• Maintain and support the funding and participation in regional, state, and national conferences and workshops for Career and Technical Education in compliance with Fiscal Policy.

Other

• Perform related duties as assigned by the supervisor

• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures

Education/Experience Requirements

Administrator licensure requirements

• Master's degree

• Current North Carolina Professional Educator's Licensure with area 711: Career Technical Education Director (or willingness to pursue this area based on current licensure)

• Five years of teaching, CTE Support Services, and supervisory or administrative experience with Career and Technical Education programs are required.

• Three semester hours required for a license (CTE Fundamentals and Program Improvement)

• Required induction: NCDPI sponsored New Director Induction I & II

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards

Disclosure This document provides descriptive information about the above Chapel Hill-Carrboro City School position. Work performed by incumbents in this position may vary. Although this document may be used for recruiting, staffing, or career planning, the information contained herein should only be used as a guideline or recommendation for the content and qualifications for this position. An individual's ability to meet the qualifications and capabilities described in this document does not guarantee employment or promotion. Chapel Hill-Carrboro City School reserves the right to change this document without providing advance written notice.

Approved By: _____________________ Date Created/Revised: 11/8/2023, 5/7/2024