Under the direction of the Executive Director of the Fairplex Learning and Development Center (FLDC), the Director of the Career and Technical Education Center (CTEC) is responsible for the strategic planning, development, implementation, and management of all CTEC programs. These programs primarily serve high school students from across the region and are offered in collaboration with local school districts and community colleges. The Director is accountable for ensuring strong student enrollment and the successful delivery of high-quality Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. These programs are designed to equip students with workforce-ready skills, industry-recognized certifications, credits applicable toward high school graduation, and transferable college units through articulated coursework with partner community colleges.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership & Program Oversight
• Provide strategic direction and oversight for CTEC programs, ensuring curriculum and instructional services are inclusive, culturally responsive, and aligned with diverse learning styles and backgrounds.
• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous evaluation of CTE policies, procedures, and programming to meet educational and industry standards.
Instructional Support & Staff Supervision
• Supervise and support CTEC instructors (both lead and substitute instructors) in implementing effective, inclusive teaching strategies that meet the diverse needs and abilities of all students.
• Supports with recruitment, selection, onboarding, and annual evaluation of certificated, instructional, and support personnel.
• Coordinate and facilitate professional development, in-service training, and staff development initiatives; distribute handbooks and maintain resources to support staff effectiveness.
Curriculum & Industry Alignment
• Collaborate with instructional staff and the CTEC Advisory Committee to align curriculum and classroom environments with current industry standards, workforce trends, and career pathways.
• Stay informed of emerging trends in curriculum and instruction; lead curriculum evaluation and instructional material selection in partnership with staff and industry advisors.
• Collaborate closely with the CTEC College and Career Services Counselor to design and implement student support services focused on developing individualized education and career plans, as well as enhancing essential soft skills.
• Organize and facilitate the annual CTEC Advisory Committee meeting to ensure CTEC pathways meet the most current educational and workforce requirements.
Partnerships & Pathways
• Serve as a liaison to local school districts, students, families, community colleges, community partners, and related agencies to foster collaborative relationships and communication.
• Develop and maintain articulation agreements with post-secondary institutions to support student transition and continued education.
• Promote awareness and visibility of CTEC programs and support the coordination of workplace visits, community classroom sites, and dual enrollment opportunities.
Operational Management & Compliance
• Develop and manage the master class schedule for CTEC courses (for every academic term); oversee CTEC facility usage, classroom equipment acquisition, and instructional material procurement.
• Manage course and program budgets to ensure quality, sustainability, and cost-efficiency.
• Ensure legal and regulatory compliance, including accurate recordkeeping and the preparation of reports for the FLDC Board, advisory committees, and external partners.
Program Assessment & Improvement
• Collaborate with staff to support ongoing program evaluation, performance assessment, and instructional improvement.
• Collect and analyze student outcome data to measure program effectiveness and guide continuous improvement efforts.
Additional Responsibilities
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall success and advancement of CTE programs.
