Robotics and Automation Instructor

Qualifications: Associate’s Degree or higher in a related field (Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Technology) from an accredited College or University.Minimum four (4) years full-time experience in the field of robotics.Teaching experience a plus.Robotics and Automation Vocational Technical certification from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is a plus

Reports to: Principal/Deputy-Director and Vocational Deans Summary of Job Description: The Robotics and Automation instructor is responsible for the instruction, training and career preparation necessary for students to become employed or continue their education in a career related to robotics and automation. Robotics and Automation introduces the students to embedded technology concepts through a combination of classroom lecture and project-based learning. Students learn to design, build, communicate and operate automation equipment. Responsibilities:Plan, organize and provide appropriate learning experiences within assigned area of responsibility.Teach technical skills and knowledge to provide students with the competence to become skilled in their field.Develop lesson plans and organize class time so that demonstration, instruction, hands-on practice, review and final activities can be accomplished within the allotted time.Continuously improves the instruction, curriculum, and equipment so that this CTVE area is current with all trends in the field and is fully and properly preparing students for available and emerging jobs.Work to expand and diversify the offerings of the program so that multiple career pathways are available.Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.Prepare for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and, in harmony with the goals, establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects to communicate these objectives to students.Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media.Implement the district’s mission, philosophy of education and instructional standards and objectives.Assess and document the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.Attend staff and department meetings and serve on staff committees as required.Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy regulation.Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct and, for the classroom develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, maintaining order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.Make provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.Strive to maintain and improve professional competence especially as relates to the specific assignment and student grade and subject area appropriateness.Establish and maintain cooperative relationships others.Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, colleagues, and parents concerning both the broad academic/vocational and behavioral progress of assigned students.Develop positive relationships with Robotics and Automation community partners in the area and actively solicit their help, including service on the Program Advisory Board.Other duties deemed necessary by the Superintendent/Director or designee.Evaluation: Evaluated in accordance with the DESE Standards and Indicators of Effective Teaching Practice and the current Northeast Teachers’ Association Contract. Terms of Employment:Salary and benefits in accordance with current NTA Contract