Machine Career and Technical Education Teacher

Title: Machine Career and Technical Education (CTE) 

Teacher Reports to: Campus Director 

Position type: 12 month position (Exempt )

Company Overview

New Beginnings High School (NBHS) is an innovative organization, transforming education through academic and social support services. Our Mission is to create the best educational environment for students who are seeking a new beginning.

Position Summary

The CTE Instructor will be responsible for providing high-quality instruction in a specific trade or technical field, preparing students for successful careers and further education. This role involves developing curriculum, delivering engaging lessons, and fostering a hands-on learning environment that emphasizes real-world applications.

Key Responsibilities

•  Support NBHS by attending community service and outreach activities. 
• Monitor adherence to school policies and procedures before, during and after school. 
• Provide excellent customer service. 
• Assist with recruitment, marketing, and retention of students. 
• Attend school related functions and meetings. 
• Ensure that all visitors are following NBHS safety guidelines and reinforce social distancing. 
• Complete reports (as requested). 
• Provide excellent customer service. 
• Support school Mission by assisting with home visits. 
• Develop and implement lesson plans in the assigned CTE area 
• Utilize various teaching methods and technologies to accommodate different learning styles. 
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback to support their learning and development. 
• Collaborate with industry partners to ensure curriculum aligns with current industry standards and practices. 
• Organize and oversee hands-on projects and activities that enhance practical skills. 
• Conduct annual review and propose appropriate updates to the Career and Technical Education Reference & Procedures Manual. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic software applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Google Pages) 
• Background check and fingerprinting clearance 
• Possess or have the ability to earn a certification in Machine Career and Technical Education ( as per The School District of Polk requirements,) 
• Possess or have the ability to earn a Certification in Fusion 360.
• Possess or have the ability to earn A Certification in Auto CAD. 
• Possess or have the ability to earn OSHA Certification. 
• Experience as a machinist specifically in manual tools as well as CNC Mills, Lathes, and Routers. 
• Experience teaching manufacturing is preferred.

Key Competencies 

Ability to coordinate work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines. Able to adapt to changing work priorities. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Able to exhibit tact and patience. Ability to perform duties accurately and efficiently. Able to exhibit strong organizational skills and orderliness in work and environment. Ability to work both independently and as a team member with other individuals and organizations. Able to set high expectations, contributing positively to NBHS culture. Ability to maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies. Able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work with individuals/groups from diverse socio-economic backgrounds. Desire to serve students in an above and beyond mentality. Periodically checks emails and phone messages after hours and on the weekend. Urgent work-related email and phone messages should be answered after 1-2 hours of receipt

Working Conditions Environment

 Requires working indoors and outdoors. Requires sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and climbing. This position that may require travel.

Physical Requirements 

Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Requires sitting for the majority of the day, and ability to lift, carry, move, and/or position objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

The duties are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to the position. This job description is not meant to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. Other duties may be assigned which are not listed. Additionally, when duties and responsibilities of this job change, this job description will be reviewed and updated, subject to changes and business necessity.

The New Beginnings High School, Florida, prohibits any and all forms of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, age, homelessness, or disability or other basis prohibited by law in any of its programs, services, activities or employment.