A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Instruct students in one or more subject areas such as mathematics, English, social studies, science, health, history, physical education, art, or music, etc.
• Prepare outline for course study, prepare daily lesson plans, and correct/evaluate assignments in compliance with competency-based curriculum standards.
• Train and instruct students on specific trades such as printing, barbering, small engine repair, or horticulture.
• Organize program of practical and technical instruction in compliance with competency-based curriculum standards.
• Instruct students on health safety precautions, use and maintenance of tools and equipment of the trade, and codes of regulations of the trade.
• Supervise the daily work of students in the shop or laboratory and evaluate achievement of individual students in technical knowledge and trade skills.
• Collaborate with operations, health care, and treatments in order to enhance the learning environment of students.
• Provide written reports to, and may participate in, multidisciplinary treatment team.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• A Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
• A valid Indiana teacher’s license, or statement of eligibility issued by the Indiana Department of Education.
• An Occupational Specialist license, or a provisional certificate or emergency permit issued by the Indiana Department of Instruction.
• Must test negative on all drug screenings.
• Upon hire, must attend, participate in, and successfully complete in-service training programs (at least 40 hours annually, including mandatory certifications such as CPR, personal protection, etc.).
• Specialized and current knowledge of the subject matter to be taught and the modern techniques of teaching used in the area of specialization.
• Specialized knowledge of and ability to instruct and work with students at several developmental/behavior levels.
• Ability to evaluate educational, vocational, and developmental performance and progress of students.
• Ability to create and provide a positive learning environment conducive to and supportive of individual growth and development.
• Ability to provide appropriate documentation of each individual student’s educational and behavioral progress.
• Ability to actively participate in professional continuing education and training as instructed and approved by supervisor.
• Ability to work under emergency situations.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: