CHARTER OAK UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

 CLASS TITLE:  Adult Education Teacher – CTE Information Technology

 BASIC FUNCTION:

 Under the direction of the Director of Adult and Career Technology Education, provide an educational program and teach one or more classes of Information Technology to adults; develop, implement and present lesson plans according to established curriculum standards and requirements.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

 The classification specification does not describe all duties performed by all incumbents within the class.  This summary provides examples of typical tasks performed in this classification.

• Provide an educational program within various aspects of Information Technology (hardware, software, computer technologies, etc.) to one or more classes of adults; assure educational programs and related learning activities comply with established curriculum, standards, requirements, laws and regulations. E
•  Apply current research-based strategies to provide classroom instruction to enhance student skills and knowledge of Information Technology. E

• Develop, implement and present lesson plans according to established curriculum standards and requirements; coordinate and oversee student practices and assignments in the classroom. E

• Provide individualized and small group instruction and tutoring to assure curriculum and learning activities adapt with the needs of individual students; assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, supporting student efforts, exhibiting a friendly attitude and offering general guidance. E

• Review, analyze and integrate required instructional materials with lesson plans and learning activities; modify instructional materials to adapt to student needs when appropriate. E

• Distribute and collect student assignments; develop, prepare and administer tests; grade tests and assignments; record grades and maintain student records and files. E

• Take attendance and maintain related records. E

• Evaluate student performance and progress; administer and score performance based and benchmark assessments (including CASAS); adjust activities and materials to meet student skill levels and progress. E

• Prepare students to take and pass Information Technology Certification Examinations.

• Identify the need for data, acquire data or create data sources and evaluate relevance of data. E

 Participate in curriculum development programs for the school; provide input concerning district-wide curriculum development as directed. E

• Operate a variety of office and classroom equipment including a copier, computer and assigned software; utilize various audio-visual equipment as required. E

• Maintain classroom in a safe, clean and orderly condition; lock and unlock doors; report needs for maintenance and repairs. E

• Attend and participate in various meetings and in-services as required; maintain competence through self-selected professional growth activities. E

• Ability to work and communicate well with staff.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

Note:  At the end of some of the duty statements there is an italicized E which identifies essential duties required of the classification.  This is strictly for use in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Principles, theories, concepts, practices, procedures and techniques used in information technology.

Practices, methods and procedures involved in the preparation of instructional materials.

Adult Education standards, requirements, interpretation and application in instruction.

Student guidance principles and practices.

Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.

Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct.

Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

Diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of assigned students.

Operation of standard office and classroom equipment including a computer and assigned software.

Oral and written communication skills.

Policies and objectives of assigned programs and activities.

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

Record-keeping and report preparation techniques.

ABILITY TO:

Provide an educational program to one or more classes of adults.