Specialist CTE Program Support

AUSTIN ISD JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: SPECIALIST CTE PROGRAM SUPPORT FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT PAY GRADE: PRF 4 DUTY DAYS: 226 DATE REVISED: 08/13/2026 HC FUNDING SOURCE: THIS

POSITION

IS

LOCALLY

FUNDED.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university is required. A Master's Degree or a minimum of 12 credit hours toward a Master's Degree in Educational Administration, Curriculum and Instruction or equivalent is preferred. A valid Texas Educators Certificate with endorsement in any area of Career and Technical Education (CTE) is preferred. Five 5) years of successful CTE classroom teaching experience is preferred. Five (5) years of CTE teaching experience is preferred. A valid Texas driver's license is required. SKILL REQUIREMENTS: This position requires the ability to apply knowledge of current education and instructional theories, methodologies, techniques, and principles. Incumbents must be able to interpret national, state and district standards. Incumbents must have the ability to analyze detailed information, coordinate projects and programs, work with others in a team environment, organize and maintain records, manage time and resources effectively and efficiently and provide constructive feedback. Incumbents must have the ability to use technology proficiently, preferably with cross-platform experience. This position requires effective communication/presentation skills, and skilled use of Microsoft Office; knowledge of database software, and web development considered a plus. Work requires creativity and adaptive thinking to match program objectives. Judgment is required to interpret broad State, Local and Federal laws, regulations, and policies affecting the lives and education of children, as well as how to use a wide variety of data to drive decision-making. Employees in this position must be able to read, write, and speak/communicate in English in order to receive and to provide work-related information in a timely manner to other employees, supervisors, principals, school personnel, volunteers and where appropriate, visitors and students. JOB PURPOSE AND RESPONSIBILITY: This position is responsible for providing support in researching, analyzing, and reporting a wide variety of student and school performance data; including but not limited to the Austin ISD benchmarks and state assessments, to Austin ISD and campus leaders and instructional staff in order to inform instructional planning and the targeting of assistance for schools, teachers, and students. Incumbent is also involved in program planning, implementation, and training. Incumbent will work with the department Director to ensure and support data-driven planning at both district and campus levels. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Ensure

compliance

with

federal,

state,

local

and

district

policies,

rules,

and

regulations.

Help

CTE

teachers

modify

instruction

to

meet

student

needs

more

effectively.

Support

CTE

teachers

and

campuses

implementing

new

and

innovative

programs.

Encourage

CTE

teacher

participation

in

workshops

and

conferences.

Assist

in

the

development

and

implementation

of

curriculum

for

various

Career

and

Technology

Education

(CTE)

courses including instructional strategies, curriculum standards, and assessment.

Provides

technical

assistance

to

schools

in

relation

to

developing

and/or

revising

career

pathways

program

of

study

and facilities.

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Work

with

CTE

teachers

department

chairs

and

campus

administrators

to

identify

and

address

needs

of

CTE

teachers.

Analyze

program

offerings

and

staffing

for

CTE.

Assist

in

curriculum

development

and

alignment,

teacher,

and

counselor

professional

development

activities,

needs assessments, and program evaluations.

Assist

CTE

teachers

in

implementation

of

professional

development

activities,

as

well

as

assisting

first-year

teachers

with mentoring and support.

Determine

when

out-of-district

training

is

necessary.

Research

best

practice

related

to

specialized

areas

and

secure

professional

learning.

Disseminate

information

on

current

trends

and

research

in

CTE.

Provides

technical

assistance

and

training

for

compliance

with

local,

state,

and

federal

policy.

Design,

implement,

facilitate,

and

evaluate

training

workshops

and

assist

with

the

facilitation

of

in-District

training.

Support

internal

and/or

external

evaluators

with

acquisition

and

analysis

of

campus

and

District

data.

Attend

professional

learnings

and/or

meetings

to

enhance

knowledge

of

curriculum

or

program

issues.

Assist

with

(WBL)

work-based

learning

opportunities

for

CTE

students.

Identify

potential

consultants,

speakers,

and

presenters

for

in-district

professional

learnings.

Provide

an

exceptional

customer

experience

for

all

AISD

stakeholders

with

intentional

and

professional

practices

that promote a culture of respect. OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED: Perform other related duties as assigned; however, all employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required. PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position may involve rare exposure to blood or body fluids. Regular attendance is required for this position. Tools/Equipment Used : Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals; educational materials; reliable

transportation

Posture : Prolonged sitting; Extensive walking may occur, occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying (less than 45 pounds) Environment: Services are generally provided within a standard campus/classroom or office environment; frequent travel to campuses Mental Demands : Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress

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PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS: This position reports directly to the appropriate supervisor of the department. The supervisor may provide detailed instruction regarding changes in policies, procedures, trends, or laws, or in reference to unusual circumstances or problems. Incumbent has significant contact with teachers, parents, administrators, and other school staff to provide support and instruction, offer guidance and exchange information. Incumbents may also maintain contact within the community to enrich the

content

of

materials

and

utilize

additional

instructional

methodologies.

The Austin Independent School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or

local

laws. I have read & acknowledged the job description above. Employee Signature:

Date:

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