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Job Title: CURRICULUM LEADER – TRADE & INDUSTRY (BREITHAUPT CAREER & TECHNICAL CENTER)
Posting Date: August 21, 2008
Closing Date: No Closing Date
Salary Range: 53,759.00 - 72,616.00 (annually)
TO ESTABLISH ELIGIBILITY POOL
In accordance with the Agreement between the Organization of School Administrators and Supervisors (O.S.A.S.) and the Board of Education of the School District of the City of Detroit, the following vacancy is announced:
Job Type: Administrative
Benefits Eligibility: Successful candidates will be eligible for medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage, as well as illness and vacation days.
Reports to: PRINCIPAL/DESIGNEE
Location: BREITHAUPT CAREER & TECHNICAL CENTER
Must possess and provide evidence of minimum of a master’s degree from an institution accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools or an equivalent accrediting organization and a valid Michigan Teaching Certificate covering grades 9-12 inclusive with vocational endorsement in the area applying.
Candidates must show evidence of completion of graduate credit in three (3) of the following area: Secondary School Administration and Organization; Supervision; School Law and Finance; School Community Relations; Curriculum Development/Planning, Staff development; Educational Psychology.
Five (5) years successful teaching experience in Career/Technical Education trades program OR a combination of five (5) years certified teaching in Career/Technical and Trade and Industry work experience. The candidate must possess specialized knowledge and background in a minimum of two (2) Trade and Industry areas and management of equipment, i.e., Automotive Collision Repair, Automotive Service, Machine Tools Technology, and Welding & Cutting Technology.
Regular Attendance is critical; must have an exemplary attendance record.
Must be able to verify whether U.S. citizen, resident alien, or otherwise authorized to accept employment in the U.S.
Must be physically able to perform the duties and responsibilities outlined with or without accommodations.
Under the direction of the Principal/Designee the Curriculum Leader - Trade & Industry will:
1. Provide leadership for development, implementation and coordination of the District’s curriculum through an on-going process of planning for innovation, change and continuous academic improvement.
2. Organize instructional programs to assure execution of the District’s goals and implementation of the School Improvement Plan.
3. Supervise the instructional programs in the department; provide assistance as needed to the individual staff members to improve instructional skills; provide information and leadership in the development of department goals, instructional techniques, and innovative practices; order/receive tolls, equipment and supplies.
4. Effectively communicate and involve parents and community in the on-going educational program of the department.
5. Monitor and evaluate classroom instructions.
6. Monitor student recruitment, attendance and retention.
7. Monitor student certification process and maintain appropriate records for articulation with colleges/universities.
8. Monitor the integration of academics into the career/technical education curriculum programs.
9. Facilitate externship and mentoring experiences for staff.
10. Supervise student-operated, customer service businesses.
11. Collaborate with state and national educational student organizations.
12. Develop and monitor partnerships and advisory boards.
13. Maintain and expand cooperative relationships with community organizations, individuals, and/or activities related to the field.
14. Devise strategies for implementing Employability and Customer Service skills.
15. Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as assigned.
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS
If you are hired to fill a vacant position, you will be required to submit a Detroit Public Schools security clearance.
At point of offer to hire, please be advised that you will be responsible for a non-refundable payment of $65.25 by cashier's check, certified check or money order, payable to the I.I.S. (Identix Identification Services). DO NOT SUBMIT PAYMENT WITH APPLICATION.
There is an option to pay by MasterCard or Visa.
All fingerprinting appointments will be scheduled by Detroit Public Schools, Human Resources Department.
INTERNAL APPLICANTS
If you are a current Detroit Public Schools employee, presently employed with the district, you do not have to submit a fee related to obtaining the Detroit Public Schools security clearance.
APPLICATION PACKET CAN BE DOWNLOADED FROM www.detroit.k12.mi.us/employment.
Internal candidates: Must submit a letter of interest, resume, proof of highest degree obtained, their current classification (job title); work location and telephone number; file number; home address and telephone number; specific location(s) of interest and job requisition number(s), as well as any other requested documentation stated in this job announcement to the address listed at the end of this posting.
External candidates: Must submit a completed employment application, proof of highest degree obtained, as well as any other requested documentation stated in this job announcement to the address listed at the end of this posting.
Successful candidates are required to submit official transcript(s) at point of offer to hire. Service outside of the Detroit Public Schools must be verified by the applicant’s employer(s) prior to hire.
It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide all documentation (including copies) as requested. All documentation must be submitted along with the letter of interest. Due to the high volume of candidates applying for positions, we regret that we are unable to pull individual personnel files to retrieve/copy documents. Therefore, to assure the application process is not delayed, if you are applying for multiple positions with the district, we strongly encourage you to have available several photocopies of your credentials to be submitted for each position for which you apply. Documentation will not be accepted subsequent to the closing date of the announcement. Incomplete information will not be considered. Applicants requesting assistance during the application process should contact the Office of Recruitment and Employment Services at (313) 873-7101.
Detroit Public Schools – Welcome Center
Attn: CURRICULUM LEADER – TRADE & INDUSTRY (BREITHAUPT CAREER & TECHNICAL CENTER)
New Center One Building
3031 W. Grand Boulevard (1st Floor)
Detroit, MI 48202
The Board of Education of the School District of the City of Detroit does not discriminate against, deny benefits to or exclude participation by any person in its programs, activities or employment on the basis of age, race, sex, color, national origin, creed, religion or handicap.
