Teacher - Vocational - Environmental, Agricultural, & Natural Resources SY24-25

• Participates in and completes Curriculum for Agricultural Sciences Education (CASE) Institutes as needed.
• Instructs students in the knowledge and skills required by CASE and related occupational fields, using a systematic plan of lectures, discussions, audiovisual presentations, laboratory, shop, and field studies.
• Plans and implements appropriate instructional/learning strategies and activities, including determining appropriate kinds and levels of materials.
• Utilizes a variety of instructional materials and available multimedia and computer technology to enhance learning.
• Develops, adapts, modifies, and individualizes educational materials, resources, techniques, methods, and strategies to meet the needs of students within the Baltimore City curriculum framework.
• Prepares students to sit for and successfully pass the aligned technical skills assessment(s) including the NOCTI exams and/or MSDE approved iCEV certifications.
• Instructs and monitors students in the use and care of equipment and materials, in order to prevent injury and damage.
• Ensures that the classroom and instructional environment are attractive, healthy, safe, and conducive to learning and that materials are in good condition and accessible to students.
• Assesses student abilities as related to desired educational goals, objectives, and outcomes.
• Continually assesses student achievement and maintains appropriate assessment and evaluation documentation for institutional and individual reporting purposes.
• Continually communicates with students on instructional expectations and keeps them informed of their progress in meeting those expectations.
• Ensures continuous communication with parents, both written and oral, to keep them informed of student progress.
• Manages the behavior of learners in instructional settings to ensure that the environment is conducive to the learning process, as well as assists and participates in the management of student behavior in other parts of the school, center, school grounds, or on work site.
• Monitors student behavior in non-instructional areas as assigned or required and intervenes to control and modify disruptive behavior, reporting to administrators as appropriate.
• Maintains accurate and complete student records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Enforces all administration policies and rules governing students.
• Participates in in-service and staff development activities and staff meetings as required or assigned.
• Coordinates instructional activities and collaborates with other professional staff, both school and non-school based as required, in order to maximize learning opportunities.
• Collaborates with other professionals (guidance counselors, librarians, etc.) to carry out school-wide instructional or related activities.
• Demonstrates an understanding of and leads student experiences in SkillsUSA and/or other student organizations.
• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and non-discrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies and the professional standards.

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Career and Technology Education or in the career area to be taught OR.
• Bachelor's Degree or higher and 2 years of occupational experience in the career area to be taught
• Associate degree in the career area to be taught and 2 years of occupational experience in the career area to be taught OR.
• High School Diploma or equivalent and 3 years of occupational experience in the career area to be taught.
• Candidates will be required to complete eligibility requirements for licensure in Professional and Technical Education by the Maryland State Department of Education.
• Three to five years of industry-related work experience in one or more of the major areas of Environmental, Agricultural, and Natural Resources Systems with an emphasis on multiple area skill sets (preferred).
• Teaching experience preferred (student teaching acceptable).

Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

• Completed online application
• Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
• Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE licensure
• Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
• All documentation/licensure necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
• All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org

• Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long-standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see City Schools' non-discrimination statemen City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups.

For inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies, please contact the Equal Employment Opportunity Manager, 200 E. North Avenue, Room 208, Baltimore, MD 21202; 410-396-8542 (phone); 410-396-2955 (fax).

This position is affiliated with the Baltimore Teachers Union (BTU) bargaining union.

This position is affiliated with the State Retirement Plan.