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Career and Technical Education Teacher - Health Science

Orange County Schools 310- Cedar Ridge High School - Hillsborough, North Carolina

Job Details

Job ID: 5842132

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 20, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE

Career and Technical Education Teacher

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Assigned School / Assigned Discipline

SALARY

Teacher Salary Schedule plus supplement

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

REPORTS TO

Principal

SUPERVISES

Students

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE

Monday - Friday

WORK HOURS

40

NUMBER OF MONTHS PER YEAR

10

POSITION PURPOSE

The CTE Teacher plans and provides appropriate learning experiences for students enrolled in the Career and Technical Education program. S/he creates an environment conducive to intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development, ensuring success for every student. The CTE Teacher supervises students in various school-related settings, monitors and evaluates outcomes, and communicates with students, parents, staff, and the community. The CTE Teacher develops, selects, and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet all students’ needs, maintains records, follows procedures, and ensures the proper use of equipment and facilities. Subjects may include Agriculture, Allied Health, Business, Computer Science, Biotechnology, Family and Consumer Science, Health Occupations, and more.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of OCS CTE curriculum and effective instructional practices
• Thorough understanding of the teaching and learning process
• Knowledge of the job market related to the specific CTE discipline
• Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education
• Ability to infuse technology into the curriculum
• Ability to monitor safety and well‑being of students, especially during inclusive activities
• Ability to motivate and inspire students
• Ability to maintain a clean and orderly environment
• Ability to perform general clerical duties
• Ability to maintain order and discipline in classrooms and other school environments
• Ability to operate common office machines
• Basic file and record management
• Effective collaboration with administrators, colleagues, teachers, students, parents, and the community
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills

Education, Training, and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in an applicable CTE field appropriate for the level(s)
• If transferring from another school system, must have received routine meets standards or above standard evaluations with no action plans
• Alternatively, an equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities

Certification and License Requirements

• Valid CTE Teacher’s License issued by the state of NC in the applicable field and level
• Not on the NCDPI list of teachers no longer qualified and not currently subject to a revocation hearing
• Valid driver’s license issued by the NC Department of Motor Vehicles

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of documented work experience related to business, industry, or labor, or one year as a CTE instructor in any area
• Demonstrated record of achieving Highly Qualified status on evaluations
• Spanish speaking

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan a program of study that meets the needs, interests, and abilities of students
• Teach assigned classes consistently at designated times
• Create a classroom environment that encourages student involvement and enables attainment of learning objectives
• Provide an instructional program that meets the needs of all students
• Prepare for classes assigned and provide written evidence upon request
• Guide learning toward curriculum goals aligned with OCS framework and state CTE framework
• Establish clear lesson objectives and communicate them effectively to students
• Plan and utilize instructional methods, resources, and evaluation techniques that motivate students
• Implement necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, and facilities
• Maintain accurate and complete records required by law, OCS policy, NCDPI, and administrative regulations
• Assist with administration of policies governing student behavior, developing reasonable classroom rules, and maintaining order fairly
• Be available to students and parents outside instructional hours when reasonably required
• Build relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and the community that reflect respect for every individual
• Supervise assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers, if applicable
• Appraise own effectiveness and apply skills to increase effectiveness
• Maintain and improve professional competence
• Participate in school management and share responsibilities for the total school program
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required
• Administer and supervise standardized test administrations in accordance with applicable codes and regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal

Working Conditions

Physical Demands

Light physical work requiring up to 20 pounds of force; substantial time standing or walking.

Work Environment

Indoor and outdoor environments, with direct contact with staff, students, and the public.

Position Type

Full‑time

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Alaina Burr, Principal
• 310‑Cedar Ridge High School
• Email: alaina.burr@orange.k12.nc.us

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