INSTRUCTOR ELECTRICIAN

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1 EAST SAN GABRIEL VALLEY REGIONAL OCCUPATIONAL PROGRAM AND TECHNICAL CENTER 1501 West Del Norte Street, West Covina, CA (626) Fax (626) INSTRUCTOR ELECTRICIAN DEFINITION Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Post-Secondary Programs or designee, devise and deliver an instructional plan to provide secondary school and adults students with electrical trade skills utilized in residential construction; provide an overview of career opportunities within the electricians industry. This is a certificated hourly at will position that requires a valid State teaching credential with authorization in the subject area. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES 1. Assist in integrating industry and academic standards within curriculum development. 2. Assist in preparing students for EPA certification. 3. Provide group and individual instruction utilizing the most effective teaching strategies. 4. Assist in recruitment and prepare student for employment or advancement. 5. Evaluate student skill competencies and job readiness and maintain accurate student attendance records. 6. Manage classroom in such a manner as to ensure an environment conducive to learning. 7. Complete and deliver written records and reports as required. 8. Keep abreast of current practices and training methods. 9. Teach and demonstrate competency in California Electrical Code Regulations. 10. Develop and deliver instruction in the principles, theory, and applications of electrical wiring such as needed to perform the duties of an entry-level residential electrician, including electrical shop usage, tool usage, materials and equipment safety, AC fundamentals, electronic repair, installation of circuit breakers, wiring conduits, reading of electrical schematics and identification of electrical symbols. 11. Develop standards and practices which ensure that students will learn shop and tool safety. 12. Utilize a variety of effective and professional teaching techniques and methods to assist students in attaining the performance objectives of the Residential Electrician program consistent with the California State Plan for Vocational Education and current industry standards. 13. Provide an overview of career opportunities within the electrical repair and installation industry and explain education and training for the various careers; assist students in career planning and on the job training. 14. Develop and maintain an appropriate syllabus for student instruction, including a statement of the student performance objectives to be achieved while in the program. 15. Provide immediate supervision to all students while they are working in the Residential Electrician program. 16. Submit a report of the total number of hours of instruction the student received, the related skills achieved and make recommendation for the certificate of completion upon culmination of the program. 17. Assist with student placement activities. 18. Submit to Director all forms and information needed for attendance accounting and grade reporting; complete the forms and information accurately and punctually.

2 19. Attend staff meetings and other meetings as required by the Director and/or high school administration. 20. Provide effective and cooperative liaison between the ROP and schools, business industry, unions, apprenticeship programs and the general community via a subject-specific Advisory Committee. 21. Provide supervised worksite learning. 22. Follow Title V Regulations regarding worksite learning. 23. Provide instruction that is relevant to current and future work specifications and job opportunities within the occupational or subject area. 24. Teach competencies according to the CDE approved course outline and California CTE standards. 25. Align instruction to facilitate articulation to post-secondary institutions. 26. Develop and maintain a current course syllabus that includes clear and fair grading and assessment procedures based on industry, CTE, and academic standards. A current copy must be contained in the Accreditation/Compliance binder that resides in the instructional classroom. 27. Develop and maintain clear and factual daily lesson plans integrated with instructional goals, academics, and CTE standards. 28. Present a lesson on sexual harassment policies and procedures in each class; test for understanding, and keep results in student files. 29. Present a lesson on Safety policies and procedures in each class; test for understanding, and keep results in student files. 30. Maintain student files with emergency contact information, class rules, student discipline policy, student work, tests, and other documentation. Keep student files for one additional semester after student has completed the class for reference purposes, in case student grade is questioned. 31. Maintain all student files for CVE/CC classes in compliance with Title V and organizational policies and procedures (also called In-Kind Hours). 32. Assess student achievement of CTE, and academic standards, using the Course and Individualized Training Plans (ITP) at the conclusion of every semester. A current copy must be contained in the Accreditation/Compliance binder that resides in the instructional classroom. 33. Complete and submit required reports (e.g. SAPs; student evaluations; student follow-up data; labor market surveys; CDE and Perkins Reports; etc.) by requested deadlines. 34. Submit Completions, Job Placement, and Licensure Exam rate of 70%, if applicable. 35. Submit complete and accurate attendance and grades by the deadlines set by the Attendance Office. 36. Maintain updated student attendance and grade information in the book provided (any other attendance records used for documentation must be pre-approved by Supervisor). 37. Maintain an updated substitute folder that includes emergency procedures, list of key personnel with phone numbers, lesson plans, bell schedule, dismissal information, class lists for attendance purposes, and other pertinent information for student learning. 38. Organize, coordinate, and use a program Advisory Committee to maintain curricular currency; participate actively in subject matter advisory committee. 39. Maintain and update Employer Verification Forms annually, as required. 40. Provide appropriate Advisors, as required, usually three (3). 41. Hold a minimum of two (2) Advisory Meetings annually. 42. Maintain and update the Accreditation/Compliance notebook annually with the required information, including (but not limited to) lesson plans, student work samples, local labor market survey, CTE training plan, current course outline, and Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes. 43. Develop, maintain, and nurture partnerships for work-based learning activities. 44. Attend Industry Sector meetings and participate in planning and implementation of course sequencing for each discipline taught. 45. Attend staff development meetings, other meetings and trainings. 46. Attend job fairs and other student recruitment opportunities. 47. Adhere to school and ESGVROP/TC procedures and policies. 48. Perform other job-related duties as required.

3 QUALIFICATIONS 1. Possession of a valid California Single Subject Teaching Credential in Industrial Arts or Industrial Technology; OR 2. A valid California Designated Subjects Vocational Teaching Credential with an Electrician authorization; OR 3. Be eligible to apply for the Designated Subjects credential by meeting the following education and experience requirements: High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Three (3) years of work experience as an electrician or experience directly related to the electrician s trade, which can be full-time or part-time, paid or unpaid. One year equals a minimum of 1000 clock hours and the experience may be full-time or part-time, paid or unpaid. At least one year of the required work experience must be within the last five years, or two years within the last ten years, immediately preceding the issuance of the preliminary credential. 4. Completion of forty-eight (48) post-secondary semester units directly related to the industry sector and verified by official transcripts, or advanced industry certification, or one year of full-time general education teaching experience providing instructional services in preschool or grades K-12 earned in a public or private school of equivalent status, may be substituted for a maximum of two of the three years of required work experience. 5. Meet the physical requirements necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively, including lifting fifty (50) pounds on an occasional basis and in excess of fifty (50) pounds with assistance. 6. Must have a good knowledge of Electrical terminology and power tools. 7. Prior experience in supervising worksite learning. 8. Possess or obtain upon employment, a valid California Driver License. 9. Provide proof of automobile insurability. KNOWLEDGE OF 1. Mechanical and electrical systems. 2. Tools, materials, and equipment associated with the Electrician trade. 3. Principles, theory, and applications of residential electrical installation and repair. 4. Standards for implementation of shop and tool safety. 5. Tool use and identification, direct current circuits and integrated circuits, AC fundamentals, communication systems, electronic repair and electrical symbols. 6. Learning theory based upon the principles of behavior analysis and behavior modification, with an emphasis on positive reinforcement. 7. Capabilities and limitations of electrical tools and equipment. 8. Residential electrician curriculum and instructional practices and methodology. 9. Safe practices for a Residential Electrician program. 10. Hazardous waste and environmental issues related to a Residential Electrician program. 11. Employment opportunities in the Electricians industry. 12. Policies, procedures, and regulations regarding health and safety in the workplace, including employers and employees responsibilities. 13. Critical elements of health and safety practices related to storing, cleaning, and maintaining tools, equipment, and supplies. 14. Procedures for and regulations concerning the handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials. 15. Regulatory agency laws and regulations. 16. Impact of technological developments on the environment. 17. Major local, district, State, and Federal regulatory agencies and entities that affect the industry and how laws and regulations are enforced. 18. Universal graphic conventions and symbols and technical manuals and specifications.

4 19. ESGVROP/TC policies and procedures as they apply to student record-keeping, field trips, student fees, etc. 20. Methods and procedures of operating modern computers and peripherals. 21. Formats and procedures for entering and retrieving various types of data. 22. Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary. 23. Oral and written communication skills. 24. Applicable sections of State Education Code, Program Guidelines, and other applicable laws. 25. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy. ABILITY TO 1. Perform electrical installation and repair. 2. Read plans and schematics. 3. Plan, develop, and implement appropriate instructional activities materials and learning aids. 4. Counsel, supervise, assess and evaluate secondary school and adult students. 5. Develop and maintain effective relationships with others. 6. Provide instructional methodology which results in student success including specific goals and objectives for student success and grading/progress reports and plans for remediation as needed. 7. Manage student behavior in classroom and lab environments. 8. Communicate ideas and concepts clearly and concisely in both oral and written form. 9. Maintain and improve professional skills and knowledge. 10. Be flexible and receptive to change. 11. Organize and prioritize duties and responsibilities. 12. Adapt to periodic heavy work load. 13. Maintain regular and reliable attendance. 14. Communicate effectively by reading, writing, and speaking the English language. 15. Establish and maintain cooperative and professional relationships with supervisors, staff, and students, at all times. 16. Perform routine clerical work; maintain records and meet deadlines. 17. Make routine arithmetic calculations with speed and accuracy. 18. Operate a computer and other office equipment. 19. Understand and follow oral and written directions. 20. Maintain punctuality with minimal absenteeism. 21. Present a professional appearance at all times. 22. Function in situations requiring tact and discretion. 23. Maintain confidentiality. PHYSICAL ABILITY While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands or fingers, to handle, feel objects, tools or controls, talk, or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and sit. The employee is frequently required to stand, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and peripheral vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT Employees in this classification work primarily in a classroom/lab environment and/or industrial shop environment. Potential hazards include: potential for contact with bodily fluids, blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases; exposure to flying debris from the operation of machines; exposure to solvents, oils and other hazardous chemicals; working around and with machinery having moving parts.

5 Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. SALARY PLACEMENT Certificated Schedule A, based on education and experience. This class description is not a complete statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. Management retains the discretion to add or change typical duties of the position at any time.