Position Overview:

The Metals and Power Mechanics CTE Instructor position requires a technical expert who understands that shop is a vital hook for student engagement. The Instructor will mentor a diverse student body, from future mechanical engineers to those entering the workforce, ensuring that every student finds a pathway to success and graduation.

Qualifications

Certification: Valid State CTE Teaching Credential (or eligibility via industrial experience pathways). Experience: 3-5 years of professional experience in welding, diesel mechanics, or a related field. Interpersonal Communication: A proven ability to connect with high school students and create a classroom environment where students feel valued, challenged, and capable.

Instructional Areas and Certifications

The Instructor will be responsible for moving students toward industry-recognized credentials that bridge the gap between high school and a career.

Metals and Fabrication: Instruct in Oxy/Acetylene, SMAW, GMAW, and TIG Welding; Forging; Foundry; Machining, and Sheetmetal Fabrication. Goal: Prepare students for AWS (American Welding Society) or similar industry-standard certifications. Power Mechanics and Diesel: Lead beginning and advanced courses in Small Engines, Automotives, Marine and Diesel Systems,, including hydraulics and computerized diagnostics. Goal: Prepare students for ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) or similar industry-standard certifications.

Essential Responsibilities

Relationship-Driven Mentorship: Build strong rapport with all students. Actively engage "at-promise" or unmotivated learners by making academic concepts (math, literacy, physics) tangible through hands-on repair and fabrication. Differentiated Career Coaching: * Provide college-bound students with the practical "tactile intelligence" needed for engineering degrees. Equip workforce-bound students with the professional "soft skills" (punctuality, troubleshooting, ethics) required in high-stakes industrial environments. Shop Leadership: Maintain a "safety-first" culture, manage tool inventory, and perform routine maintenance on industrial equipment. Community Integration: Work with local industry advisory committees to align curriculum with current labor market needs and facilitate student internships.

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Metals and Power Mechanics Instructor