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Marquette-Alger RESA

Our Vision

Marquette-Alger Regional Educational Services Agency endeavors to provide its constituent districts with the supports necessary to enable them to develop communities filled with learners prepared to be successful, productive and responsible citizens.

Our Mission

Marquette-Alger Regional Educational Service Agency provides educational excellence through advocacy, collaboration, and innovation.

Belief Statements

All learners deserve the opportunity to reach their potential.
Change is necessary to meet the emerging needs of learners and communities.
Collaboration and innovation are keys to success.
Communication and a healthy exchange of ideas are essential.
We must recognize, promote, and model effective education systems.

Talent Together

Talent Together seeks to provide equitable access and opportunity to the teaching profession by eliminating barriers and providing multiple levels of support to ensure candidates can complete a high-quality teacher preparation program.

We acknowledge and respect participants’ diverse identities, cultures, and traditions and create environments where participants feel a sense of belonging so that, ultimately, children across Michigan learn from a more diverse and well-prepared teacher workforce.

Beliefs

We believe that systemic barriers have limited access to the teaching profession and negatively impacted student growth and learning.
We believe that human connection and belonging are critical. By placing students’ and participants’ whole selves – rather than just their academic selves – at the center of learning, we can revolutionize teacher preparation.
We believe that teaching and learning is not a “one-size-fits-all” approach. We must grow and evolve so we can respond to the needs of our varying communities, participants, and their students.

Commitments

We commit to designing learning experiences that uncover participants’ and students’ talents and cultivate their most authentic selves.
We commit to creating flexible structures that address the differentiated needs of participants from rural, urban, and suburban communities across the state.

CTE Instructor – Education Occupations

Marquette, MI

Full Time

Mid Level

SUMMARY:

The CTE Instructor – Education Occupations will serve as the teacher of record for a Career and Technical Education (CTE) program in education, designed to prepare high school students for careers in the field of education. This program will follow Michigan’s guidelines for State-Approved CTE programs and serve local school districts within the Marquette-Alger region. The instructor will be responsible for student instruction, curriculum support, and coordination of work-based learning experiences while utilizing a hybrid teaching model, integrating both in-person and virtual instruction. The role requires travel to multiple school and observation sites, collaboration with higher education institutions and local education professionals, and ensuring compliance with CTE program requirements set by the MDE Office of Career and Technical Education.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teach, facilitate and enhance curriculum aligned with Michigan's CTE Education General program (CIP 13.0000)
Plan and deliver engaging lessons using varied instructional methods, including lectures, discussions, hands-on activities, and work-based learning experiences
Provide students with foundational teaching and leadership skills to prepare for careers in early childhood, K-12, and special education
Supervise and evaluate students in school-based work placements, ensuring compliance with state regulations
Utilize a hybrid teaching model, integrating virtual instruction as needed
Coordinate guest speakers, field trips, and professional development opportunities for students
Implement and document planning and preparation activities to ensure that quality assessment, instruction, and evaluation activities occur consistently
Evaluate, document, and communicate student career-ready practice performance into the grading process on a regular and timely basis.
Collaborate with local school districts, colleges, and community organizations to support student learning and career pathways
Maintain accurate student records, attendance, and required documentation for CTE program reporting
Stay current with educational law, classroom safety protocols, and teaching best practices
Establish and maintain a safe, organized, and inclusive classroom environment
Support students in earning certifications and credentials aligned with industry standards
Maintain an advisory committee with local education professionals, holding a minimum of 2 meetings a year, to ensure program alignment with workforce needs
Utilize Google Classroom, student information systems (e.g., Powerschool), remote learning platforms, and educational technology as needed to successfully complete educational and recordkeeping responsibilities
Participate in professional development as required by Marquette-Alger RESA and the Michigan Department of Education
Ensure students are trained in essential workplace skills, including confidentiality, ethics, FERPA, child safety, and inclusivity practices
Actively recruit and promote the program to prospective students
Utilize student, classroom, and regional data to recommend program improvements
Travel as needed between school sites within the Marquette-Alger RESA region
Comply with all RESA policies and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Career and Technical Education

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in education, career & technical education, early childhood education, or a related field
Has a Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate or is eligible for an experienced based authorization as detailed below:
- Professional Teaching Certificate with the Education General Endorsement (CIP Code 13.0000) OR
- Meets requirements for an Annual Career Authorization/Endorsement in the 13.0000 (Education General) cluster, with a minimum of at least 4,000 hours of recent and relevant (last 10 years) work experience in the Education and/or Early Childhood professions.
Work experience in Education or Early Childhood professions
Ability to successfully implement competency-based instructional programs
Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills with students, parents, colleagues, and the community
Valid Michigan Driver’s License and ability to travel to multiple school sites as required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Industry certification in education or related field
Teaching experience in early childhood or K-12 settings
Experience in curriculum development and instructional planning
Demonstrated ability to manage student leadership opportunities and work-based learning
Familiarity with Michigan’s CTE program guidelines and compliance requirements

OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Demonstrated experience exercising confidentiality and sound judgment in dealing with local districts, staff, students, and operations
Professional tact, diplomacy and presentation with administrators, staff, teachers, students, parents, and the community
Excellent communication skills, including verbal, written, facilitating, coaching, and leadership
Ability to work on multiple projects and maintain proactive communication with stakeholders
Ability to deal with issues in a fair manner, treat diverse populations and personalities with dignity and respect, and act in a highly ethical manner
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment yet maintain flexibility in thinking and actions
Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
Ability to create an inclusive learning environment for diverse students
Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with schools, post-secondary institutions, and community partners
Ability to adapt curriculum and teaching methods to meet the needs of all learners
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently
Ability to use data to assess student progress and program effectiveness
Ability to engage students in hands-on, real-world learning experiences

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

Must keep the affairs of Marquette-Alger RESA and LEAs confidential at all times.
Must uphold confidentiality of privileged and sensitive student/staff information
Requires regional job travel using personal vehicle
Occasional overnight travel downstate for conferences and activities of professional organizations

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-time, academic-year position; Must have regular and reliable job attendance, performance, and the physical ability to do the job

REPORTS TO: Director of CTE

COMPENSATION: According to Marquette-Alger RESA Education Association (MEA) Bargaining Unit Scale; Compensation includes a full benefits package

Marquette-Alger RESA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or a related condition), age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected basis, and prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment and retaliation, in any education program or activity that it operates, including in admission and employment. Marquette-Alger RESA’s Non-discrimination, Anti-Harassment, and Non-Retaliation Policy, as well as the grievance procedure for reporting concerns or complaints, are available at maresa.org/about-us/notice-of-nondiscrimination.

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