CTE Teacher - Construction Technology (2026-2027)

Job Title: CTE – Architecture & Construction            Wage/Hour Status: Exempt - Professional

                         Technology Teacher

 

Reports to:  Principal                                              Pay Grade: According to District’s Teacher Salary                                   Schedule

                                                                                               

Dept./School: Assigned Campus                          Date Revised: January 21, 2021

 

Funding Source:  152 State CTE                           

 

 

District Primary Purpose:              To assist and promote La Joya ISD in implementing a rigorous curriculum/instructional program that supports student success and achievement.

 

District Primary Purpose:               To lead students toward the fulfillment of their potential                                                                              for intellectual, emotional, and psychological growth and                                                                            maturation which will enable them to develop                                                                                              competencies and skills to function successfully in society.

 

Qualifications:                                     Option I

Bachelor’s and 3 years wage earning experience within the

past eight years in approved occupations for which

instruction is offered or

Option II

Associates’ and 3 years wage earning experience within the

past eight years in one or more approved occupations for

which instruction is offered or

                                                            Option III

High School Diploma   and five years wage earning within the

past eight years in approved occupations for which

instruction is offered.            

 

Education/Certification:                  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution      

Or

An Associates’ degree from an accredited institution

Or

High school diploma or equivalent

And (a) letter of acceptance from an approved educator                               preparation program listing Trade & Industrial                                             Ed (T&I) and area of approval in which instruction is                                   offered along with a Statement of Qualification (SOQ), or                           (b) Valid Texas teaching certificate in Trade &                                             Industrial Ed or Vocational Ed. for which instruction is                                offered

 

 

Experience/Knowledge         Be knowledgeable in effective schools research, principles of accreditation

standards, and Texas Education Agency requirements.  Additionally, be

knowledgeable in teaching techniques and methodology, in the physical,

mental and emotional child development process, and special needs of

exceptional learners.

 

 

Major Responsibilities and Duties: 

 

1. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and the times designated.

 

2. Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of the resources provided by the district.

 

3. Prepare for classes assigned, and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor within the effective schools research and framework for school excellence.

 

4. Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.

 

5. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.

 

6. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

 

7. Evaluate student progress on a regular basis.

 

8. Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation to accomplish instructional goals and objectives.

 

9. Assist in formulating, upholding, and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and Board Policy.

 

10. Make provisions for being available to students and parents for educational-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.

 

11. Attend and participate in faculty meetings.

 

12. Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods.

 

13. Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

 

14. Establish and maintain cooperative and professional relations with others.

 

15. Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning both the academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students.

 

16. Provide for his/her own professional growth through an ongoing program of reading workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced course work at institutions of higher learning.

 

17. Accept responsibilities for co-curricular activities as assigned when these activities do not interfere with a teacher’s primary teaching assignment.

 

18. Follow all Work from Home Protocols when working remotely.

 

19. Perform other duties pertaining to Career and Technical Education as assigned by the school principal, and / or CTE Director.

 

 

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

           

Mental Demands:     

Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data.  Maintain emotional control under stress.  Ability to interpret and implement TEA rules and regulations.

 

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Occasional prolonged hours, regular physical demands of stooping, lifting, and other strenuous demands of job performance.

 

 

POSITION WORKING DAYS:        187 Days                                

 

All applications must be submitted to the La Joya I.S.D. Office of Human Resources Department.

 

 

I have read and fully understand the duties and responsibilities that this supplemental position is to provide to my campus/department. Supplemental positions are specific and must be in compliance with state and federal guidelines.

 

Semester 1

I understand the position I hold is federally funded. I have read and understand the duties within the job description.

 

Employee Signature:                                                                      Date:                                     

 

Supervisor’s Name:                                                                        Date:                                     

                    Signature:                                                         

 

 

Semester 2

I understand the position I hold is federally funded. I have read and understand the duties within the job description.

 

Employee Signature:                                                                      Date:                                     

 

Supervisor’s Name:                                                                        Date:                                     

                    Signature: