JOB TITLE: Director of Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE)

PAY SCALE: Certified Director Salary Band

PAY TYPE: Salaried/Exempt

RETIREMENT: TRS

WORK YEAR: 12 Months

REPORTS TO: Chief Teaching and Learning Officer

JOB SUMMARY:

Provide leadership, coordination, and oversight for the district's Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) programs to ensure students are equipped with the academic, technical, and employability skills necessary for post-secondary education and workforce success. Ensure all CTAE programs comply with federal and state regulations while meeting the workforce needs of local business and industry.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Georgia Leadership Certificate or eligibility for leadership certification from the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.
• Master's degree or higher in Career, Technical, Agricultural Education, Educational Leadership, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful educational experience, including experience in Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education preferred.
• Administrative or supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act and other applicable federal and state regulations.
• Strong organizational, communication, budgeting, and leadership skills.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, business partners, postsecondary institutions, and community organizations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Develop, implement, coordinate, and evaluate a comprehensive district-wide Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education program aligned with the Georgia Department of Education and the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act.
2. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and reporting requirements governing CTAE programs.
3. Maintain current knowledge of legislation, regulations, and best practices impacting Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education.
4. Coordinate the preparation, submission, implementation, and monitoring of all Perkins grant applications, budgets, improvement plans, and required state and federal reports.
5. Identify, secure, and manage state and federal funding opportunities that enhance CTAE programming and student achievement.
6. Prepare, administer, and monitor the CTAE departmental budget while ensuring fiscal responsibility and compliance with funding requirements.
7. Supervise and support CTAE instructional personnel in accordance with district policies and procedures.
8. Assist principals with recruiting, interviewing, selecting, mentoring, and retaining highly qualified CTAE teachers.
9. Coordinate professional learning opportunities that strengthen instructional practices and improve student outcomes.
10. Evaluate existing CTAE programs and recommend program improvements, additions, modifications, or discontinuation based on workforce trends, student interest, labor market data, and industry demand.
11. Collaborate with school administrators and teachers to develop rigorous career pathways that prepare students for industry credentials, post-secondary education, apprenticeships, military service, and employment.
12. Promote continuous curriculum improvement to ensure CTAE courses remain current, relevant, and aligned with industry standards.
13. Establish and maintain advisory committees representing local business, industry, agriculture, labor organizations, and post-secondary institutions to support program development.
14. Develop and maintain strong partnerships with local employers, economic development agencies, workforce development organizations, and community stakeholders.
15. Identify local and regional workforce needs and collaborate with stakeholders to align CTAE offerings with employment opportunities.
16. Coordinate and oversee all district work-based learning programs, including internships, apprenticeships, youth apprenticeships, clinical experiences, and related career development opportunities.
17. Support Career Development initiatives beginning in the elementary grades and continuing through middle and high school.
18. Monitor CTAE student achievement data, industry credential attainment, pathway completion, and program effectiveness to support continuous improvement.
19. Promote Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education through public presentations, community outreach, advisory meetings, publications, and district communications.
20. Coordinate CTAE participation in student organizations, competitive events, and leadership development opportunities.
21. Ensure CTAE facilities, laboratories, equipment, and instructional resources meet safety standards and support high-quality instruction.
22. Collaborate with district departments to support strategic planning, school improvement initiatives, and workforce development goals.
23. Maintain active membership and participation in professional organizations that support Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education.
24. Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Thorough knowledge of Georgia CTAE standards, initiatives, and accountability measures.
• Knowledge of federal Perkins requirements and grant management procedures.
• Knowledge of workforce development, career pathways, industry certifications, and work-based learning.
• Ability to analyze data and use results to improve instructional programs.
• Strong leadership, organizational, fiscal management, and project management skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to establish collaborative relationships with educators, students, parents, business leaders, and community organizations.
• Proficiency in educational technology, data management systems, and Microsoft Office applications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, employees in this category are normally exposed to a typical office environment. The employee has some control over the length of time sitting, standing, or ambulating. There are occasions that require the lifting or pulling of equipment or supplies, as well as bending, stooping, or stretching. There is frequent use of computers, telephone, and other standard office equipment, which includes reading, listening, writing, or speaking.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in this environment is low to moderate. In-district and out-of-town travel is required as necessary for training and/or to carry out duties and responsibilities.

Application Procedure:

Apply Online and please:

1. provide an email address that you check frequently
2. upload official transcripts, cover letter and resume
3. provide email addresses for references in the reference section of the application.

The Peach County School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, genetics, disability, or sex in its employment practices, student programs and dealings with the public. It is the policy of the Board of Education to comply fully with the requirements of Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and all accompanying regulations.