Teacher - Carpentry/Construction - Harford Technical High School

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND 

RESPONSIBILITIES MAY

INCLUDE 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

These are intended only as examples of the various types of job duties to be performed.   The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is a similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.

• Plans, prepares, and delivers instruction that facilitates active learning and provides for appropriate learning experiences for all students.

• Supervises students in a variety of school-related settings.

• Manages student behavior by establishing and enforcing classroom school and district expectations and procedures.

• Assigns and grades class work, homework, assessments, and assignments.

• Establishes, communicates, monitors, and evaluates clear outcomes for students.

• Communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff, and the community.

• Develops, selects, and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students.

• Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of children.

• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence while participating in on-going professional development activities.

• Maintains and updates all appropriate records completely and accurately as required by laws, district policies, and/or school practices.

• Maintains regular, on-time attendance.

• Attends and participates in department/grade level, school, district, and parent meetings, and serves on special committees.

• Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, technology, materials, and facilities.

• Monitors the progress of individual students and uses information to adjust teaching strategies accordingly.

• Provides appropriate feedback on student progress to students and parents in a timely manner.

• Reacts to change productively.

• Provides instruction and course/program management at the high school level in areas of residential and commercial construction related to National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certification.

• Obtains NCCER program certification including documentation and verification of students’ skills to NCCER curriculum content standards.

• Demonstrates knowledge and implements a “hands-on” approach to critical thinking and problem-solving skills needed for current and future construction industry employment standards.

• Works with employers and community groups to promote and advance technical skills.

• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

SALARY

• This is a full-time ten-month position. Salary range based on the FY 2025-2026 HCEA Salary Schedule for Certified Teacher Personnel. Starting Salary: $ 57,797– Maximum Earnings Potential $ 111,648. 

• Full salary schedules can be found at the bottom of the Current Vacancies webpage https://www.hcps.org/departments/humanresources/vacancies.aspx

• HCPS offers an expansive benefits package including individual and family medical, vision, dental, life insurance, retirement savings, pension, paid time off, and more. 

• For a complete list of benefits, please visit the Employment Benefits section of the Human Resources webpage: https://www.hcps.org/departments/HumanResources/Default.aspx 

• For more information on holidays and paid time off, please refer to the Holidays and Leave Provisions sections of the HCEA Negotiated Agreement: https://www.hcps.org/boe/collectivebargaining.aspx

• FLSA: Non-Exempt

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Hold or be eligible for a teaching certificate from the Maryland State Department of Education.

• Three to five years of industry-related work experience for state and NCCER certification in carpentry.

• Experience in one or more of the major areas of construction with an emphasis on carpentry skill sets.

• Classroom instruction and pedagogy experience.

• Strong human relations skills and the ability to maintain relationships and open communications with business partners and other stakeholders to identify real-world applications of content. 

• Effective organization and communication skills.

• Flexibility in program implementation strategies.

• Skills in preparing, implementing lesson plans, and instructing students.

• Skill in communicating with students, their parents, administrators, and others.

• Skill in supervising students and managing behavior.

• Knowledge of and skill in the use of database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications.

• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, parents, and staff.

• Ability to maintain confidential information.

• Physical and Environmental Conditions: Work requires the ability to bend, stand, and walk in the carpentry laboratory for extended periods of time on a daily basis.

13A.12.03 Professional Technical Education and Specialized Areas for Fine Arts (Grades 7-12)

To receive licensure in Professional Technical Education and Specialized Areas for Fine Arts (Grades 7-12), the applicant shall complete one of the following Pathways:

1. Maryland Approved Program

   Candidates who complete a Maryland approved educator preparation program as set forth in COMAR 13A.07.06 shall meet the following requirements:

   1. Bachelor’s degree or higher; and

   2. Completion of an approved program as set forth in COMAR 13A.07.06.

       

2. Out-of-State Preparation Program

   Candidates who complete a state-approved educator preparation program leading to licensure in that state shall meet the following requirements:

   1. Bachelor’s degree or higher; and

   2. Complete a preparation program, including a clinical internship, approved to lead to professional and technical education licensure in another state, in the license area being sought.

       

3. Out-of-State License

   Candidates who hold a valid or expired professional license/certificate in a professional and technical education area from another state or foreign country are eligible for a comparable Maryland license.

    

4. National Board Certificate (Professional and Technical Education only)

   Candidates who hold a National Board Certificate in the area of Career and Technical Education are eligible for a comparable Advanced Professional License.

    

5. Occupational Experience

   Candidates with occupational experience in a Professional and Technical area or Specialized Area of Fine Arts shall meet the following requirements:

   1. Occupational Experience:

      1. Verification of 3 years of occupational experience in the area to be taught that may include satisfactory post-secondary teaching experience in the area to be taught; and/or satisfactory occupational employment.

      2. The applicant may substitute a Department-accepted, current industry recognized credential for 1 year of the occupational experience requirement.

      3. The applicant may substitute a bachelor’s or associate’s degree in the area to be tuaht for 1 year of the occupational experience requirement.

   2. Completion of 12 credits of professional education coursework from an institution of higher education or through Department-approved continuing professional development credits to include the following topics:

      1. Planning, delivering, and assessing instruction;

      2. Classroom management;

      3. Differentiating Instruction to accommodate students with special needs; and

      4. Teaching literacy in the content area

(a) An applicant shall have a secondary school diploma or the equivalent, and official verification of 3 years of previous satisfactory occupational experience in the career area to be taught; 

(b) The occupational experience in §A(4)(a) of this regulation shall: 

(i) Be within 10 years of the issuance of the certificate; and 

(ii) Include 2 years full-time employment; or 

(iii) The applicant may substitute a Department-accepted, current industry recognized credential for 1 year of the 2 year employment requirement; and 

(c) An applicant shall meet the professional education course work as required in §B of this regulation. 

B. Professional Education Courses. 

(1) With the exception of an applicant under §A(1) Option I of this regulation, the professional and technical education applicant shall complete 12 credits of professional education course work, as provided by §B(2) of this regulation, from an IHE or through Department-approved Continuing Professional Development credits. 

(2) The professional education course work shall include the following topics: 

(a) Planning, delivering, and assessing instruction; 

(b) Managing an effective classroom and minimizing risk; 

(c) Differentiating instruction to accommodate special needs; and 

(d) Providing reading, writing, and mathematics literacy instruction relevant to the career area. 

C. The applicant shall be governed by current licensure, certification, or registration regulations administered by professional organizations or legally constituted authorities in the State in the career area to be taught.

HOW TO APPLY

Employment applications are accepted online only. To access the application, visit the Employment Opportunities section of the HCPS website at www.hcps.org.  If you have questions or require assistance to complete the online employment application, contact the Human Resources Office at 410-588-5238.

DEADLINE

Online employment applications will be accepted until filled.

The Board of Education of Harford County is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants. We adhere to the principles of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, disability, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Board of Education of Harford County prohibits discrimination based on sex, race, color, national origin, religion, or any other protected characteristic in any program or activity it operates. The Board of Education of Harford County encourages applications from all qualified individuals. 

Inquiries or concerns about your rights related to Title IX can be directed to our Title IX Coordinator, Dr. Eric Davis, at 102 South Hickory Ave, Bel Air, MD 21014, 410-588-5202, or TitleIX@hcps.org. Inquiries related to your rights under Title VI or Title VII can be directed to our Coordinator of Investigations, Ms. Renee McGlothlin, at 410-809-6087 or Renee.McGlothlin@hcps.org. Harford County Public Schools’ non-discrimination policy can be accessed here: NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY: (hcps.org) and found on the HCPS website under Board of Education Policies and Procedures. Harford County Public Schools’ non-discrimination statement can be accessed here: NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT: (hcps.org) and found on HCPS’ homepage.   

AFFIRMING EQUAL EMPLOYMENT IN PRINCIPLE AND PRACTICE