CTE Teacher (OSA)- (2025-2026)

ABOUT OUR DISTRICT:

The Syracuse City School District is undergoing a new phase of innovation and transformation with the goal of ensuring that all students graduate high school with the skills needed to be ready for college and career. For Syracuse, all means all - including students who fall behind academically or have been considered "hard to support" for a host of reasons. The School Board and Syracuse community have charged the Superintendent with improving student achievement, and he is seeking a dedicated and diverse team of school leaders and teachers to partner with him in moving the district toward its goals. The Syracuse City School District represents 34 schools and 4 alternative education programs, serving 19,000+ students Pre-K-12 of whom 77% qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, 18% are served by the Office of Special Education and 78% are students of color.

WHO WE WANT:

Successful SCSD educators are passionately committed to urban education and all in for Syracuse students. They:

• Believe strongly that all students can learn at high levels;
• Demonstrate commitment to serving urban students, schools or communities, and to closing the achievement gap;
• Demonstrate willingness to put the interests of students above all others;
• Actively contribute to a culture of high expectations in their school and district;
• Adapt seamlessly to the complexities of the urban school environment; and
• Follow current trends in education policy and research, including Common Core standards, comprehensive assessment systems and data-driven instruction.

Job Description: Career and Technical Education (CTE) Coach

Position Overview: The Career and Technical Education (CTE) Coach plays a pivotal role in supporting and enhancing all CTE pathways within the district. This position focuses on developing and implementing curricular activities, fostering work-based learning opportunities, and promoting district-wide engagement with middle-level students. The CTE Coach serves as a key liaison among educators, students, families, community members, and business/industry partners, ensuring the continued growth and success of CTE programs. This is a Unit 1 position, with a coaching stipend.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Support CTE Pathways
   • Collaborate with CTE teachers, school counselors, work-based learning coordinators, and administrators at both building and district levels.
   • Provide coaching and guidance to educators, promoting best practices in CTE instruction and curriculum design.
2. Curricular and Work-Based Learning Activities
   • Design and implement innovative curricular programs that engage students and enhance middle-level understanding of CTE pathways.
   • Expand opportunities for work-based learning by partnering with businesses and industry leaders.
   • Coordinate and facilitate student events that highlight and celebrate CTE programs and achievements.
3. Family and Community Engagement
   • Actively engage families and community members by marketing and promoting the district's exceptional CTE opportunities.
   • Attend evening and weekend events to foster connections and provide resources related to CTE programs.
4. Professional Development and Collaboration
   • Prepare and present professional development sessions to teachers and staff.
   • Collaborate with business and industry partners to identify trends and opportunities for growth within CTE programs.
5. Additional Responsibilities
   • Coordinate purchasing and resource allocation for CTE initiatives.
   • Maintain accurate records of program activities, outcomes, and partnerships.
   • Explore strategies and take calculated risks to innovate and improve CTE pathways.

Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team player in a dynamic and evolving educational environment.
• Proven commitment to student success and engagement through innovative and impactful programming.
• Flexibility to attend evening and weekend events as needed.
• Experience in coaching educators and delivering professional development sessions.
• Creative problem-solver and calculated risk-taker who seeks continuous improvement.

Impact: This position is integral to the district’s mission of empowering students with knowledge and skills that prepare them for future careers. The CTE Coach will be an ambassador for the distr