Career and Technical Education (CTE) DirectorPurpose Statement: The job of the CTE Director was established for the purpose of directing all career and technical education programs and managing the CTE funds (Perkins, local, and grants if applicable). The CTE Director will work to achieve these purposes in conjunction with building level administrators, the Director of Schools, and the financial management office. This job reports to the Director of Schools.Essential Functions: Perkins Compliance:
- Develop the Perkins Plan annually with guidance from the CORE CTE Consultant; continually evaluate the progress of the Goals and Action Steps; and ensure the plan is followed annually
- Maintain documentation of evidence that all programs meet each SSQI indicator
Fiscal Compliance:
- Draw down 100% of LEA Perkins funds and spend at least 25% per quarter
- Develop and manage the Perkins Budget
- Maintain requisitions, purchase orders, invoices, packing slips and method of payment records for all purchases and expenses
- Submit budget amendments as needed throughout the year
- Work with teachers to assess needs for programs
- Develop a plan for equipment purchases and a professional development plan
- Address each of the required uses of funds annually
Professional Development:
- Develop Professional Development for CTE and appropriate academic teachers, administration, and counselors
- Provide Professional Development within the LEA or arrange for training on the various topics as required Data Reporting:
- Work with LEA EIS personnel to ensure that teacher and class data is correct
- Complete Competency Attainment Data Reporting through eTIGER
- Complete Placement and Follow-up Reporting
- Review Programs of Study Selection annually Reports:
- Submit the following reports: Equipment Inventory, Work Based Learning Summary Sheet, Comprehensive Local Needs Assessment (CLNA)
Risk Based Monitoring - Prepare for formal program monitoring as required
- Work with CTE CORE Consultant to schedule and train teachers for the monitoring
Additional Responsibilities: - Assist principals in hiring and evaluating CTE teachers
- Work with post-secondary institutions on articulation, dual credit, and dual enrollment responsibilities
- Organize and meet with Advisory Committees
- Assist in development of the Master Schedule at all schools to reflect Programs of Study for each Career Cluster
- Attend at least 75% of State Conferences, meetings, and monthly Regional Study Council meetings
- Work to secure grants that are appropriate for CTE
- Serve as a member of the local Workforce Development Board
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Schools Capacity and Ability Requirements: The usual job demands require the following physical requirements: some lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, some stooping, kneeling, and physical dexterity.EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Qualified applicants MUST meet one of the following sets of qualifications:
- Hold an instructional leader license or a professional administration license; OR
- A bachelor's degree with a major in career and technical education, with at least three (3) years of teaching experience in an approved career and technical education program, and at least two (2) years of appropriate employment experience in an industry related field.
EQUIVALENCY: None specified.REQUIRED TESTING: None SpecifiedCERTIFICATES & LICENSES: Administrative and Teaching License Granted by the Tennessee Board of EducationFLSA STATUS: Exempt CONTINUING EDUCATION/TRAINING: Maintain LicensureCLEARANCES: Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background ClearanceSALARY GRADE: Certified