Trade and Technical Occupations | Southern Maine Community College

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

SpeakingActive ListeningLearning StrategiesInstructingReading ComprehensionMonitoringSocial PerceptivenessCritical Thinking

Knowledge

English LanguageEducation and TrainingPsychologyComputers and ElectronicsAdministrative

Abilities

Oral ExpressionOral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionSpeech ClarityWritten ExpressionDeductive ReasoningNear VisionSpeech RecognitionProblem SensitivityInductive Reasoning

Tasks

Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, disc
Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.

Technology

Data base management system softwareData base user interface and query softwareStorage networking softwareCloud-based management softwareExpert system software

Tools

Airbrush setsAirlift pumpsAnalog multimetersAnimal cagesAnimal grooming brushesAudio mixersAxesBakeware pansBelt sandersBench visesBinding machinesBiofiltersCaliper setsCarousel slide projectorsChef's knives

Work Values

RelationshipsAchievementIndependenceWorking ConditionsRecognitionSupport

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: medium25-2023.00	Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School	title_inference	—	—	—

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

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What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Associate's Degree)

Differentiated instruction — adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to address the varying skill levels and interests of diverse middle school learners.
Discussion facilitation — lead structured group discussions that encourage student participation and reinforce career/technical concepts with reduced supervisory oversight.
Classroom environment — independently set up and maintain a safe, organized lab or classroom space ready for hands-on career/technical activities each day.
Behavioral management — enforce and refine classroom rules and procedures consistently across multiple class periods to sustain a productive learning environment.
Academic preparation — design lesson sequences that expose students to industry pathways and encourage perseverance through progressively challenging technical tasks.
Record maintenance — maintain complete and accurate student progress records, grade reports, and safety compliance logs in accordance with applicable regulations.
Instructional monitoring — observe student performance during activities and adjust pacing or support strategies to keep the class on track with learning objectives.
Database software — use student information system query tools to retrieve performance data and generate progress reports for parent–teacher communications.
Critical thinking application — analyze common student misconceptions in career/technical subject matter and select targeted instructional strategies to address them.
Social perceptiveness — recognize shifts in individual student engagement or emotional state and adjust interpersonal approach to maintain a supportive classroom climate.

Program Details

Detailed information about this program

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

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Scholarships

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