(CATE) Marine Technology Instructor

Position Type:Certified - High SchoolDate Posted:1/8/2026Location:ACADEMY FOR CAREER EXCELLENCE POSITION PURPOSE: To create and maintain a positive, stimulating environment for students to promote a culture of learning. Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students. Prepare, administer and evaluate tests and classroom assignments. Guide and counsel students with adjustment and/or academic difficulties, or special academic interests.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Primarily responsible for the development, implementation and ongoing improvement of the programWork collaboratively with industry contacts to ensure appropriate program growth and compliance with South Carolina State standards for marine tradesWork collaboratively with area businesses and industries to ensure maximum access for student internships and job shadow placementsProvide training necessary to guide students toward successful completion of the program and corresponding certificationsWork cooperatively with the administration, administrative staff, counselors, faculty, attendance office personnel, students, and parents in creating a positive school climate with the major emphasis on school attendance, discipline and safetyResponsible for Program Competencies, Credit Equivalency and Articulation AgreementsResponsible for review and update of policies and procedures which pertain to the programResponsible for compliance in managing the program budget in collaboration with the DirectorManage student attendance and discipline in compliance with Academy protocolProvide individual consultation and contact with students and/or parents as needed and/or directedParticipate in staff meetings, professional development, instructional methods, program/curriculum issues, professional growth plans, and Advisory CommitteesCurriculum and instructional development methods, assessment, and supportProvide academic and employment and post-secondary advising for studentsMust be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodationParticipate in other duties as assigned by the Director of the Academy Knowledge of: Principles and practices of the marine industryKnowledge of systems electronics, propulsion, composites, machining, assemblyPromotion of and compliance with current state laws related to worksite and industry related safety, skills, and professionalismAbility to follow curriculum and class syllabusWorking through/with student/family dynamicsComputers/technology and related software for record keeping and data management and communicationTeaming or consulting with other industry professionals, teachers, and support staffInteractive learning software and other forms of technology Ability to: Communicate effectively both verbally and in writingProvide technical leadershipOrganize and set priorities for marine technology programWork effectively under pressure and meet deadlinesWork independently with minimal supervisionMaintain a safe, clean and functional work environmentExercise good judgment and maintain confidentialityDemonstrate proficiency in written and oral communication skillsEffective interpersonal skills/human relations, which demonstrate sensitivity to the and concerns of othersAbility to successfully participate in team planning, programming, and organizational activitiesADDITIONAL DUTIES: Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Director of ACE, Superintendent or other district office administrator as designated by the Superintendent.QUALIFICATIONS:Holds or has the ability to obtain a South Carolina State Career & Technical Education Teaching Certificate, which includes documentation supporting three years of recent gainful employment in marine or a related field beyond the learning period; one year must be within the last six yearsDevelop industry partnershipsDevelop and supervise internship sites in the communityPromote the program and recruit for student enrollmentWork independently, be highly flexible, and team oriented in a satellite program location EXPERIENCE: Three or more years of recent work experience in marine industry, or a related field PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job.Sit, stand and walk for required periods of time.Speak and hear.Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision.Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, technology equipment, computers, and/or controls. WORK PLACE EXPECTATIONS:Work effectively with and respond to diverse cultures or backgrounds.Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean and professional manner for the assignment and work setting.Have regular and punctual attendance.Follow all District policies, work procedures, and reasonable requests by the proper authorities.As an employee of Beaufort County School District, I am to adhere to confidentiality as directed by Federal, State and Local Laws/Regulations; and in accordance with district administrative rules as it pertains to sensitive information, employee information and student information. Failure to adhere to confidentiality may result in disciplinary actions, up to and including termination of employment. REPORTS TO: Director of ACEDAYS PER YEAR: 190SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Paid on the Certified Personnel Salary ScheduleEMPLOYEE GROUP: CertifiedAPPLICATION PROCEDURES: Must apply online by completing an "Certified" application and adding this specific job to your online application.FLSA STATUS: ExemptEMPLOYEE'S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT STATEMENT:1. I have reviewed the above position description and understand its contents.2. I am aware that my position description may be revised or updated at any time and once notified of changes, I remain responsible for knowledge of its contents.3. I hereby certify that I possess the physical and mental ability to fulfill the essential functions of the above position with or without reasonable accommodation(s). If I require accommodation(s) in order to fulfill any or all of these functions, I agree to provide information to the District regarding the requested accommodation(s).Employee's Name (Print): ___________________________________Employee's Signature: ___________________________________Date: __________________________