CTE - Siemens Enginnering Teacher - Sumter Career and Technology Center

Position Type:    High School Teaching/Siemens Engineering

Location:  Sumter Career and Technology Center

Sumter School District  CTE Siemens Engineering Teacher (Exempt)

Reports To:  Director of Career and Technology Center  

SUMMARY:  

Under general supervision assists students in learning content and/or skills that will ensure effective development as college and career ready adults.

The Siemens Engineering Design / Manufacturing and Automation Teacher position is a specialized high school Career and Technical Education (CTE) role. It utilizes Siemens' STEM curriculum as a foundation for or sequence within the Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) Advanced Career program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Curriculum Delivery: Teach the project- and problem-based Siemens Engineering Design and Manufacturing Curriculum. Ensure alignment with SREB Advanced Career pathway.
• CAD & Technical Software Instruction: Train students to design three-dimensional products using industrial software, specifically Siemens Solid Edge.
• Hands-on Lab Management: Oversee student execution of mechanical, electrical, and volume-based prototyping projects. 
• Workforce Readiness & Certifications: Prepare students to earn industry-recognized credentials or prepare them for postsecondary technical tracks.
• Industry Collaboration: Partner with local manufacturing or technology businesses to orchestrate real-world mentoring/work based learning opportunities. 

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION: A Bachelor's Degree in engineering, technology education, industrial technology, OR a related field.
• CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Valid State Teaching Certification in Career and Technical Education (CTE) or Technology Education (e.g., Engineering & Technology Cluster). 
• Industry Route Alternative: Can participate in an alternative certification pathway if candidate holds 3�5 years of verifiable work experience.
• Specialized Training: Willingness to complete the mandatory Siemens/SREB Summer Teacher Training institute to become certified in the software and coursework. 

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Familiarity with 3D modeling, parametric CAD software (Solid Edge preferred, or AutoCAD/SolidWorks equivalents).
• Knowledge of the Engineering Design Process and rapid prototyping (3D printing) which will be provided through SREB Summer Teacher Training Institute.
• Familiarity with project-based learning models where the teacher acts as a facilitator rather than a lecturer.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Oversees the work of assigned instructional aides and volunteers. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS:  

Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional journals, technical procedures and instructional manuals.  Ability to design and write professional development plans, reports and data entry procedures.  Ability to effectively present professional development and training and respond to questions from groups of educators, trainees, media, administrators and organization members. 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: 

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in units of measurement, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and in the display and interpretation of data. Ability to apply basic concepts of statistical analysis, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. 

REASONING ABILITY: 

Ability to interpret and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.  Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to analyze information and use logic to address work related issues and problems. 

Ability to quickly assess employee, departmental, and administrative needs and provide timely feedback. Ability to identify student adjustment and/or academic problems, provide counseling and/or recommend appropriate remedial action to parents.  Ability to provide instruction to ESOL students through explanation, demonstration and/or supervised practice. Ability to supervise students and maintain order in various classroom and instructional activities and situations.  Recognizes and follows the appropriate procedures in the "chain of command" as designated by board policies and/or administrative procedures.  Presents a positive image of the District at all times.

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.

 The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds such as boxes of materials.   The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as furniture or boxes of materials. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, listen and/or reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision.  Some driving required.  Duties of the job require frequent use of a computer monitor and related equipment. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

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. 

Office environment with limited exposure to environmental conditions.  The noise level in this environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day.  Frequent interruptions and immediate attention to unexpected situations are expected.   

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  190 Days 

Teacher Pay Scale: 

The terms of employment detailed in this job description are based on full time employment during the school year. Conditions of employment adjusted for part time employees or individuals who are hired for less than an entire school year. 

EVALUATION:  Performance of this job is evaluated annually according to Board Policy.

Sumter School District is an equal opportunity employer.