CTE Exploratory Program Teacher

Date Posted: 7/8/2026

Location: Sugar River Valley Technical

CenterSUMMARY OF POSITIONPosition Overview: Claremont Middle school & Sugar River Valley Regional Technical Center is seeking a dynamic, adaptable, and enthusiastic CTE Exploratory Program Teacher. This unique role is designedto introduce younger students (middle school / and earlier) to the world of Career and Technical Education. The successful candidate will design and deliver an engaging, hands-on rotational curriculumspanning all six of SRVRTC's core programs. The goal is to ignite student interest, buildfoundational technical skills, and establish a clear pathway for students to enroll in full CTEprograms when they get to high school. While the ideal candidate will have deep expertise in atleast one specific CTE field, they must possess the curiosity and versatility to facilitateintroductory modules across all programs.

Key Responsibilities: 1. Curriculum & Instruction? Design a Unified Exploratory Pathway: Develop a cohesive, multi-week introductorycurriculum for younger students that highlights the core concepts of all six SRVRTCprograms.? Deliver Hands-on Learning: Facilitate project-based, experiential lessons that givestudents a genuine "taste" of each industry sector.? Differentiate Instruction: Adapt teaching methods to engage younger learners, emphasizing safety, career awareness, and soft skills (teamwork, communication, problem-solving).? Promote Equity & Access: Encourage participation from diverse student populationsand break down stereotypes associated with non-traditional careers. Program Portfolios The instructor will rotate students through foundational concepts and safety protocols in thefollowing six areas: Program Exploratory Focus Areas Medical Assisting Vital signs, basic first aid, medical terminology games, andhealthcare career pathways. Culinary Arts Kitchen safety, knife skills, food sanitation, and basic baking/cookingtechniques. Entrepreneurship Business ideation, marketing basics, social media branding, and"Shark Tank" style pitches. Plumbing & HVAC Introduction to piping, fittings, understanding airflow, thermalcomfort, and tool safety. Machine Tool Precision measurement (micrometers/calipers), blueprint reading, and basic machining concepts. Building Construction Hand/power tool safety, construction math, measuring, and small-scale framing projects

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Industry Experience: A strong professional background or instructional license in atleast one of the six CTE program areas listed above.? Adaptability: A proven willingness and ability to quickly learn, adapt to, and teachfoundational concepts outside of your primary area of expertise.? Classroom Management: Excellent skills in managing active, project-based classroomenvironments, with a fierce commitment to student safety.? Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills to collaborate with multiple instructorsand connect with younger student demographics.

Preferred: ? Valid state certification/licensure for Career and Technical Education (or eligibility toobtain a provisional/alternative license).? Experience teaching middle school or early high school students. Attachment(s):Assistant Tech Center Director.pdf