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Job Title: Renewal Energy Instructor

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Pay Group: V0-20 (Based on Experience) Salary Plan

Primary Purpose: Windham School District is seeking a knowledgeable and passionate Renewable Energy Instructor to educate students on sustainable energy technologies and practices. The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's or associate's degree in a related field or have at least five years of relevant experience in the electrical field. This instructor will play a key role in preparing students for careers in the growing renewable energy sector.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Renewable Energy, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field; or at least five years of experience in the electrical field.

Experience: Prior teaching experience in renewable energy or significant industry experience in electrical systems is highly desirable.

Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of renewable energy technologies, electrical systems, and safety protocols.

Soft Skills: Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills; ability to inspire and engage students

This position requires personal technology that will enable the completion of job duties and responsibilities when working remotely.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Curriculum Development: Implement the established National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) curriculum that covers electrical theory, implements a comprehensive curriculum covering renewable energy technologies such as solar, wind, geothermal, and energy efficiency practices.

Instruction: Deliver engaging lectures and hands-on training sessions that cater to different learning styles, ensuring students understand core concepts and applications.

Laboratory Management: Oversee laboratory activities and practical training, ensuring safety and effective use of renewable energy equipment and tools.

Assessment: Develop assessments to evaluate student understanding and progress, providing timely feedback and guidance for improvement.

Industry Collaboration: Build partnerships with local renewable energy companies and organizations for guest lectures, field trips, and internship opportunities.

Professional Development: Stay current with advancements in renewable energy technologies and instructional techniques through ongoing education and training.

Student Support: Provide individualized mentorship and support to students, fostering their growth and interest in renewable energy careers.

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Skill in organizing and maintaining accurate records.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Plan and direct learning activities of adult incarcerated students.

2. Follow the Windham School District (WSD) curriculum guide(s) for area of assignment.

3. Participate in district staff development programs as required.

4. Attend and participate in faculty meetings.

5. Participate in all evaluations and self-studies as required by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and contracting agency.

6. Serve on curriculum, textbooks and other committees as assigned.

7. Maintain lesson plans in accordance with the criteria established by WSD policy.

8. Maintain accurate attendance records in the manner prescribed by WSD.

9. Submit reports as required by program needs and administrative requests.

10. Give clear oral and written instructions to students.

11. Manage student behavior in the classroom that is firm, fair, and consistent in applying classroom rules.

12. Create a positive classroom environment conducive to learning and educational growth of the students.

13. Prepare and use various methods to teach basic concepts for subject level.

14. Plan activities for individual student needs and engage and maintain the interest of students in instructional activity.

15. Administer diagnostic placement tests, achievement tests, curriculum tests and other tests as required by the principal.

16. Arrange seating, materials, and displays in such a manner as to harmonize with instructional aims and procedures.

17. Keep informed of and comply with all policies and procedures pertinent to the use of instructional materials, equipment, and textbooks.

18. Follow all unit procedures in checking out materials, supplies, and equipment and promptly report any defective equipment and/or student abuse of materials, supplies, or equipment.

19. Apply knowledge, training, and appropriate media in a systems approach to instruction as outlined in curriculum guides.

20. Keep informed of and comply with policies of the WSD and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

21. Maintain Student Progress Records cards as directed by WSD policies and procedures.

22. Follow statutory and agency regulations.

23. Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning and implementing instructional goals, objectives, methods, and policy according to WSD requirements.

24. Demonstrate progress in meeting student performance targets of the district.

25. Demonstrate progress in meeting assigned action plans of the district or campus improvement plans.

26. Develop, use, and evaluate ideas and/or innovative approaches to improve performance.

27. Perform other duties as assigned.

Policy, Reports, and Law:

28. Maintain confidentiality in handling sensitive information received in the performance of the job duties.

29. Perform duties in a professional manner through daily, punctual attendance at location of work assignment.

30. Follow Windham School District policies and procedures in completing assigned job duties.

31. Execute duties in a professional, ethical and responsible manner as defined in 19 TAC Chapter 247, Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise adult incarcerated students in classroom settings. May also supervise teacher aides.

Working Conditions

Additional Requirements With or Without Reasonable Accommodation

Mental Demands:

Ability to communicate (verbal and written), ability to instruct, ability to speak, ability to reason, ability to compile data, ability to interpret policy, ability to interpret procedures and data, ability to concentrate, ability to memorize, ability to alphabetize, ability to understand verbal and written instructions, ability to organize, ability to analyze, ability to maintain emotional control, ability to maintain confidentiality, ability to work with frequent interruptions.

Physical Demands:

Ability to perform full duties of position, lift up to 50 pounds, walking, sitting, standing, climbing stairs and ramps, kneeling, stooping, reaching, hearing (with aid), visual acuity, speaking, travel by car, van, or airplane, driving of car/van, distinguishing colors, occasional prolonged and irregular work hours.

Environmental Demands:

Work inside and outside, noise, radiant/electrical energy, work alone, work with others, around machines with moving parts and objects, possible exposure to microwaves in use, exposure to hot and cold temperatures, exposure to dust and cleaning chemicals.

**The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.