The WISD's Mission is to educate, serve, and advocate with students, families, schools, and the community. We disrupt racial inequities, build just educational systems, and expand access for all learners. We value human potential while striving to support current and future generations of Washtenaw County to enrich as many lives as we possibly can.

The WISD’s Vision is to be a leader in empowering, facilitating, and delivering high-quality, boundary- spanning, educational system that educates all children through an equitable, inclusive, and holistic approach.

SUMMARY:

The CTE Drone/Aviation instructor position is responsible for teaching duties as well as any and all aligned tasks associated with facilitating a MDE OCTE state-approved CTE program. This includes participating in associated professional development, coordinating the CTE program advisory committee, and delivering instruction pertaining to CIP Code 49.0101 - Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science & Technology. In addition, the instructional design shall align with curriculum and instruction outlined in the Perkins Core Competencies (PCCs). This includes safety training, work based learning, student leadership, and the state-required credential of students earning an Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate.

The CTE Drone/Aviation instructor is employed through the WISD and serves as the instructor for CIP Code 49.0101 - Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science & Technology CTE programs within Washtenaw County.

The teaching position is responsible for all aspects of the program(s), working collaboratively with internal and external partners. This position works with the CTE department directors and coordinators to build, maintain, and monitor requirements and standards of the program(s). The WISD CTE department provides technical assistance and support to all CTE certified staff and programs including CIP Code 49.0101 - Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science & Technology.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Demonstrates a strong commitment to equity, social justice, and inclusion in all practices and position responsibilities.
Demonstrates the ability to examine how his/her/their position (directly or indirectly) impacts educational inequities in student achievement outcomes.
Engages in reflection and ongoing learning and development on critical concepts and terms identified in the Washtenaw ISD Educational Equity Policy including concepts such as cultural proficiency, racial equity, and systemic and structural inequities.
Provides instructional and technical aspects of the state-approved CTE program(s) exhibiting:
Strong communication skills including: technical writing, reading, and speaking
Technological literacy
Desire and ability to work with high school age students.
Ability to work effectively with all ability levels and categories of students.
Ability to work effectively as a team member.
Ability to be collaborative and flexible.
Demonstrated success with student clubs and organizations such as SkillsUSA, etc. (desired)
Willingness to maintain program curriculum consistent with current technical, academic and related industry standards
Desire to contribute as a team member within the school and community
Acts as liaison to the community, postsecondary partners, business/industry leaders, and educators, representing the interests of the program to these stakeholders.
Works cooperatively and communicates with district staff, external partners, and community agencies.
Coordinates and supports instructional activities with the CTE Team
Coordinate, implement, and improve the CTE state-approved program to meet the needs identified in the region and increase learner access to high-quality Career Technical Education (CTE) programs of study.
Maintains accurate records and appropriate reports aligned with CTE
Assists in the compilation, preparation, and administration of the state-approved program
Maintains all records in compliance with state and federal guidelines and District policies
Maintains accurate records in a manner consistent with state and federal law as required by the district and local educational agency, including monthly project reports.
Works collaboratively with the WISD Career Technical Education department and local district CTE administration and staff to coordinate CTE efforts.
Ability to work in a team-oriented, diverse environment.
Supports WISD vision and mission to enhance achievement for all students.
Supports a team-based approach to problem-solving.
Demonstrates excellent customer service.
Regular and predictable attendance
Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Directs Teaching Assistant(s) on a day-to-day basis.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Alternative requirements that may be appropriate and acceptable to the Board of Education may be considered. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree and a minimum 4,000 recent and relevant hours of work experience in the field within the past ten years
Demonstrated successful teaching experience; three (3) to five (5) years of experience preferred.
Knowledge of how core academic content is integrated into career and technical instruction
Willingness to participate in professional development activities
Experience with computer instruction and technology.
Knowledge and awareness of community agencies, funding sources, and services.
Attention to detail and excellent follow-through required
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

CERTIFICATION, LICENSES, REGISTARTIONS:

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate or Annual Authorization Certificate in the following CIP Code: CIP Code 49.0101 - Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science & Technology or the ability to obtain said certificate(s).

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to engage a variety of community partners and build effective internal and external relationships.
Skills and desire to work in a collaborative team with others.
Ability to direct the activities of others to execute a successful CTE program(s)
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from stakeholders.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Possess excellent customer service and communication skills with a client-centered focus.
Ability to build rapport with others and to serve diverse publics.
Ability to take the initiative, work well with others as a collaborative team member, and exhibit good communication skills.
Ability to meet grant deadlines and work flexibility to meet submission timeframes.
Ability to manage time and multiple projects with various deadlines and stakeholders.
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with other departments, agencies, and individuals.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Ability to integrate technology into the everyday workflow is necessary.
Ability to utilize District technology and work to maintain proficiency, as required skill sets change with technology and/or the needs of the District.
Ability to use computer technology for research, data management, communications and other instruction.
Ability to use a personal computer (PC) or MAC in a networked environment to utilize the Internet and other electronic communication mechanisms.
Knowledge of productivity applications such as Microsoft Office (word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software) is required.
Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and work independently and cooperatively with diverse groups.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to apply the concepts of budgeting and finance consistent with the duties of this position.

REASONING ABILITY:

Highly proficient in subject areas of reasoning, problem-solving, organizational dynamics, and emotional intelligence.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Exhibit a high level of professionalism with the ability to handle confidential information, use good judgment, plan and handle complex projects and maintain a flexible attitude.
Ability to work under pressure.
Ability to see the task through to a successful conclusion.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, see and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and reach with hands and arms. The employee is continuously repeating the same hand, arm, or finger motion many times. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds such as books and training material. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision and the ability to adjust focus. This position requires the individual to travel and/or drive to various off-site locations. The position requires the individual to sometimes work irregular or extended work hours and meet multiple demands from several people.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day. Occasionally the employee may be required to be outdoors for a short period of time, and therefore subject to varying weather conditions, for purposes of accomplishing the essential functions of this job.

FUNCTIONS OF POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day. The employee may be required to be outdoors for periods of time, and therefore subject to varying weather conditions, for purposes of accomplishing the essential functions of this job.

This position description is not a contract for employment.

The WISD is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

TERMS:

This position is subject to terms, conditions, and calendar of the Master Agreement between the District and Unit II AFT Local 3760. Starting salary ranging (dependent upon experience) from $52,281 - $112,824.

Washtenaw Intermediate School District is a drug-free workplace.

It is the policy and commitment of the Washtenaw Intermediate School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any legally protected characteristic, in its educational programs, activities, admissions, or employment policies in accordance with Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, executive order 11246 as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and all other pertinent state and Federal regulations

Career Technical Education (CTE) Drone/Aviation Instructor