CTE Teacher: Occupational - Mechatronics

Job Title: Career and Technical Education - Mechatronics
EFFECTIVE: AUGUST 1, 2025

Exemption Status: Exempt/Professional
Reports to: Principal
Dept./School: Assigned Campus


Primary Purpose:

• Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the Mechatronics subject area                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth
• Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society

Qualifications:

Education/Licensure:

• Associate’s degree or high school diploma/GED and equivalent wage-earning experience as required by certification
• Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
• Valid Tennessee Occupational Education License or Eligibility
• Demonstrated competency in the career and technical education subject area assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of career and technical education subject, Mechatronics
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Ability to oversee student field experiences in Mechatronics
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• Student teaching, approved internship, or two to five years of wage-earning experience in the area of                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        certification- Mechatronics-Related required
• Industrial Maintenance and/or Machining experience preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

1. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program, Dual
     Enrollment, and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect
     accommodations for differences in individual student differences.

2. Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and
     technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present
     subject matter according to guidelines established by the State Board of Education, board policies, and
     administrative procedures.

3. Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.

4. Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curriculum as needed for special
     education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).

5. Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according
     to district requirements.

6. Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Student Growth and Development

7. Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

8. Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by
     the campus principal.

9. Present a positive role model for students; support the mission of the school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

10. Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and
      emotional development of students.

11. Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

12. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

13. Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

14. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Communication

15. Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students,
      colleagues, and community members.

Professional Growth and Development

16. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

17. Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.

18. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Other

19. Comply with federal, state, and local regulations related to the occupational area assigned.

20. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.


Supervisory Responsibilities:
Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).


Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer; standard instructional equipment, Program Logic Control                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           systems, Robots, Industry-related lines, CNC-Mills and Lathes, 3-D Printers, STEM-related equipment.
• Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move text books and classroom                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  equipment
• Environment: Work inside, may work inside and outside; regular exposure to noise
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

 

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This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

FLSA Status:       Exempt