FY27: Teacher, Internship and Apprenticeship, Gaithersburg HS, 1.0 FTE

Summary Description:
Under general supervision of the school-based administrator, serves as the lead instructor for the internship and apprenticeship program. Assists in the design, implementation, and instructional delivery of internship and apprenticeship programs in coordination with MCPS and in partnership with the local business community. Work involves weekly delivery of instructional programs, as well as direct contact with central Work Based Learning (WBL) Team in the Department of College and Career Readiness and Districtwide Programs, business leaders, school administrators, teachers, parents, and students to identify and deliver program activities to support student success, particularly in the areas of career planning and development. Promotes work experience opportunities, recruits and prepares students, and provides instructional support for students enrolled in internship and apprenticeship courses (per the MCPS high school course bulletin). Uses the MCPS web-based Work Based Learning (WBL) platform and district resources to monitor program implementation at the school level, analyzes and tracks WBL school data, and collaborates with the MCPS WBL team to expand and strengthen work-based learning opportunities for all students. Responsible for leading the development, implementation, and monitoring of annual school-based WBL Action Plan. Physical Demands: As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job. Special Requirements: Required to attend school meetings, programs, and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the Montgomery County Education Association (MCEA) agreement.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Knowledge of MCPS and its human resources, community, and business organizations and activities; knowledge of school and classroom organization and mission; knowledge of instructional programs and curriculum development; knowledge of school/business partnership development processes. Demonstrates strong presentation and effective written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal interaction.

Education Training Experience:
Bachelor^s degree in education or a related field from an accredited college or university. A minimum of three years teaching experience is required. Coursework and/or experience in the development and administration of volunteer and partnership programs required. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.Certificate License:Meets Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) certification requirements for secondary education. Work-Based Learning Coordinator Endorsement is required.