POSITION SUMMARY:
The Aerospace Engineering and
Aviation Technology Program Coordinator will monitor and assist with all
aspects of the Aerospace Engineering and Aviation Technology program, including
staff members, students and business and community partners. The Coordinator reports directly to the
Principal regarding instructional and curricular responsibilities.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Coordinating the Aerospace program in conjunction with
the appropriate school and central office staff;
Providing leadership in concert with the Principal, for
the implementation and management of the Aerospace policies and procedures and
curriculum within the school;
Providing direct support to the Aerospace Engineering and
Aviation Technology teachers in the area of curriculum and instruction and
assessment management;
Monitoring and assessing student achievement in class;
Using data to make recommendations for improving the
program and designing and monitoring programs for interventions and support
needs;
Informing staff and teachers on professional development
opportunities during the entire school year and summer;
Assisting in counseling students and making
recommendation for placement;
Planning, organizing and coordinating summer and support
programs for students the will encourage active participation;
Planning and implementing special events for students
that will encourage, guide, and educate them on the different choices available
in the areas of Aerospace Engineering and Aviation Technology;
Engaging in professional activities, which contribute to
leadership development;
Communicating effectively with students, staff
administrative and supervisory personnel, parents, and community and serve as a
liaison between the Aerospace Program and business partners; and
Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Minimum of five years of teaching experience;
Knowledge of Science, Engineering and/or Aviation;
Demonstrated leadership and administrative competency;
Ability to organize and prioritize the many aspects of the position;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships;
Demonstrated written and oral communication skills;
Knowledge of the use of computers; and
Evidence of effective leadership skills.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree required in
applicable field of education from a regionally accredited college or
university. Master’s degree preferred.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Holds
or is eligible for a Professional Certificate appropriate to area of assignment
issued by the Maryland State Department of Education.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No direct supervisory responsibilities.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands 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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
None.