MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Qualify for Annual Career Authorization (ACA) – Minimum of two years or 4,000 hours (within last 10 years) of recent and relevant work experience in the Computer Programming Industry.
• OR Hold a valid Michigan CTE Teaching Certification in CIP Code: 11.0201
• Note: The ACA route requires a commitment to attain the appropriate teaching certification and endorsement within 10 years.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Prefer experience working with high school-age students and diverse student populations.
• Valid Michigan teaching certificate preferred (not required).
• Ability to develop and deliver the curriculum.
• Ability to develop and maintain contacts and partnerships for student internships, guest speakers, field trips, and demonstrations.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal). Work-based learning is beneficial
• Experience with or proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and Google Suite
• Experience with diverse learners
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to equity and inclusion in all practices and position responsibilities. Demonstrates the ability to examine the impact of education inequities in student achievement outcomes as it aligns with race, ethnicity, and socio-economic status
• Demonstrated relationships with multiple stakeholders

Placement on the BA scale is required unless candidate holds a valid State of Michigan Standard CTE teaching certificate. (BA Step 1-5 = $52,802-$64,094/year).

• Placement on BA+18, MA, or MA+ lanes is considered after receipt of a valid State of Michigan Standard CTE teaching certificate, per Master Agreement.

Benefits: Robust benefit package includes full medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid sick and personal days; State of Michigan School Employment retirement program; Kent ISD is a participating employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for eligible Federal student loans.
Please note, due to the large number of applications, we are unable to attend to e-mail or telephone inquiries on application status.

BROAD STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Digital Animation & Game Programming Instructor shall deliver the State of Michigan Curriculum as regulated by the Office of Career and Technical Education to students in the Digital Animation & Game Programming program for Kent Career Technical Center.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, prepare, and deliver curriculum content that:
• Is in alignment with the State of Michigan and the Kent ISD/KCTC curriculum constructs.
• Supports student learning through a variety of delivery methods: project-based learning, online, and in person.
• Incorporates equipment and technology current to education models.
• Supports programs’ focus on preparing students for post-secondary education experiences such as PBL, Equity, Inclusion, Restorative Practices, Distinguished teacher pedagogical knowledge, etc.
• Incorporates cross-curricular concepts of Math, English, and Science.
• Maintain an instructional environment that is:
• Promotes learning opportunities for all.
• Provides for an equitable and balanced assessment of student achievement by a variety of methods.
• Promotes individual student responsibility and accountability.
• Instruct students by lecturing, demonstrating, and using audiovisual aids and other materials to supplement presentations.
• Develop project-based learning experiences and effectively integrate lab equipment into student learning and assessment.
• Assign lessons and correct homework.
• Administer tests to evaluate pupil progress, record results, and issue reports informing parents of progress.
• Keep attendance records.
• Remain current with reporting requirements, trends, and changes in CTE education.
• Create and collaborate with an advisory committee.
• Maintain a positive system of classroom management.
• Meet with parents to discuss student progress and problems.
• Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
• Perform related duties such as sponsoring one or more activities or student organizations, assisting pupils in selecting a course of study, and counseling students in adjustment and academic problems.
• Facilitate work-based learning experiences for students (field trips, job shadows, internships, job placement).
• Promote and market the Digital Animation and Game Programming program and overall KCTC programs