P-TECH Semiconductor Microchip Technology Instructor- Anticipated (2024-2025) - Syracuse City School District : Job Details

Certified - Area - Other Job Number 230####### Start Date Open Date 04/15/2024 Closing Date ABOUT OUR DISTRICT:The Syracuse City School District is continuing a standard of excellence in innovation and transformation with the goal of ensuring that all students graduate high school with the skills needed to be ready for college and career. For Syracuse, all means all - including students who fall behind or have been considered hard to serve for a host of reasons. The School Board and Syracuse community have charged the Superintendent with improving student achievement, and he is seeking a dedicated and diverse team of school leaders and teachers to partner with him in moving the district toward its goals. The Syracuse City School District represents 34 schools and 4 alternative education programs, serving 19,000+ students Pre-K-12 of whom 77% qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, 18% are served by the Office of Special Education and 78% are students of color.REPORTS TO: Corcoran School Principal, Director of CTEOVERVIEW:Corcoran High School is one of SCSD high schools with Career and Technical Education (CTE), offering four CTE pathways and one P-TECH pathway. Students have the opportunity for mentorships, internships, and job shadowing in a range of fields. Through the rigorous academic program at Corcoran, students will develop the self-discipline that will help them thrive in college and careers and will make them community leaders in Syracuse and beyond. The school offers P-TECH Semiconductor Microchip Technology, Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Refrigeration Clean Energy(HVACR), Manufacturing Technology Pre-apprenticeship, Welding, and Urban Teacher Preparation. Partners include Micron and Onondaga Community College.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Candidates will be expected to fulfill the following responsibilities:

• Deliver performance-based objectives and outlines for course of study following NYSED curriculum guidelines and requirements.
• Organize practical and technical instruction, including demonstrations of skills required in the Electrical-Electronic Technology professions, lectures in theory, techniques, and terminology.
• Willingly seek approval to teach concurrent enrollment/college-level coursework.
• Reinforce a high level of integrity with students as they acquire technical skills in: Electrical-Electronic Technology.
• Cater instruction to align with 4-year curriculum.
• Engage with community members and post-secondary partners to update curriculum as needed.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver engaging curriculum that aligns with industry standards and prepares students for future careers.
• Experience in integrating hands-on, experiential learning opportunities into the curriculum, such as internships, cooperative education, and project-based learning.
• Proficiency in utilizing relevant technologies and tools related to the CTE field (e.g., fundamental electrical, mechanical, and programming skills, using common electrical diagnostic tools, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for effectively conveying complex concepts and providing constructive feedback to students.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students and foster an inclusive learning environment.
• Strong organizational skills for managing resources, planning lessons, and coordinating industry partnerships or guest speakers.
• Commitment to staying current with industry trends, advancements, and certifications relevant to the CTE pathway.
• Experience collaborating with colleagues, industry professionals, and community partners to enhance student learning experiences and expand opportunities for student success.
• Relevant teaching certification or licensure, if applicable, and a passion for inspiring and empowering students to pursue their career goals in the chosen CTE pathway.
• Willingness to obtain the necessary certification for teaching in a CTE pathway and underscores the candidate's dedication to meeting the qualifications required for the position.
• Meet requirements to qualify for and then earn a Transitional A teacher certificate from the New York State Education Department, which permits the employment of an individual in a specific career and technical education title who does not meet the requirements for a standard certificate but possesses the requisite occupational experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• The ideal candidate must have at least two years of professional experience in the Electrical or Electronic technology sector, or hold a Technology teacher degree from the New York State.
• Associate's degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or a related technical field or higher degree.
• At least 2-5 years of demonstrated success in Semiconductor Microchip Technology or Electrical and Electronic Engineering (preferred).
• Strong communication skills, and ability to function in a fast-paced student-centered environment.
• Meet requirements to qualify for and then earn a Transitional A teacher certificate from the New York State Education Department, which permits the employment of an individual in a specific career and technical education title who does not meet the requirements for a standard certificate but possesses the requisite occupational experience. Please use information below to identify the requirements for certification pathways.

• Area of Interest: Career and Technical Teacher
• Subject Area: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
• Grade Level: Adolescents, Grades 7-12
• Title: Electrical-Electronic Technology Grades 7-12
• Type of Certificate: Transitional A

Candidates must also continue to follow through with certification requirements up until Professional Certification is issued by the NYS Department of Education.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work beyond the ten-month school year and student day.

SALARY/SALARY RANGE:

• The current starting salary for SCSD Teachers is $53,000. With proof of outside related experience and college transcripts, the salary will be increased pursuant to the Unit 1 contractual agreement.
• Teachers will have opportunities to teach in our Summer School Programs, receiving an hourly rate of $42.69.
• Teachers of color or those with experience and a deep background in Urban Education may qualify for the District's Urban Fellowship Program. For details of the program and its requirements, please click HERE.

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