Reports To: Campus Leader 

Work Location: JH Knox Intermediate, Salisbury, NC 

FLSA Status: Exempt 10-month employee 

Position Purpose 

The CTE Paxton-Patterson Lab Teacher facilitates a dynamic, student-centered career exploration program using the Paxton-Patterson College & Career Ready Labs model. This role focuses on guiding students through hands-on, problem-based learning experiences across multiple career pathways, helping them discover their interests, strengths, and future possibilities. 

At J.H. Knox Intermediate, this teacher plays a critical role in realizing the mission — “Engaged Today. Transforming Tomorrow.” — by designing learning experiences that are exploratory, relevant, and deeply connected to real-world careers. 

Paxton-Patterson Labs are designed to provide hands-on, minds-on, problem-based career exploration experiences aligned to real-world industries and career clusters. 

This role embodies Knox’s Core Commitments: 

? Rigorous Learning for All 

? Deep & Meaningful Engagement 

? Real-World Relevance 

? Wellness & Belonging 

Key Duties and Responsibilities 

Lab Facilitation & Instruction 

? Facilitate student learning across multiple Paxton-Patterson career modules (e.g., engineering, health science, digital media, 

construction, etc.). 

? Serve as a coach and mentor, guiding students through self-directed, collaborative, and hands-on learning experiences. ? Support students in developing technical, academic, and employability skills through real-world simulations and 

problem-based tasks. 

? Ensure fidelity to the Paxton-Patterson model, including module rotation, pacing, and student portfolio development. 

Career Exploration & Student Development