Welding Instructor

STARTING DATE:   2026-2027 School Year

REPORTS TO:        Career Technical Supervisor

WORK YEAR:        185 days as per Board-adopted calendar

SALARY RANGE:   Appropriate step on Teacher's Salary Schedule - Commensurate with experience and education

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Applicants who will create opportunities to bring courses to life, making every lesson relevant to students future career plans
• Ability to instruct high school students using a combination of subject matter and experiences designed to prepare students for career choices and post-secondary educational options
• Valid/Appropriate Ohio teaching license/certificate in Workforce Development (CT) / Manufacturing - Welding, or ability to obtain
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in Manufacturing - Welding with additional experience in the following specialties including but not limited to: SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, & GTAW. Current American Welding Society (AWS) certification preferred
• Highly motivated self-starter with a passion for teaching with excellent planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated understanding of Ohio’s graduation expectations and of Ohio Career Technology / Academic Content Standards
• Ability to develop positive working relationships with area employers and establish an advisory committee made up of representatives from area businesses in the communities we serve
• Proficiency with current technology, workplace innovations, excellent oral and written communications skills
• Meet all mandated health requirements (e.g., negative tuberculosis test, etc.)
• Documented evidence of a clear criminal record
• Obtain van/bus driver certification within three (3) years of hire

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Develop, plan and implement appropriate lessons using the Board approved course of study/academic content standards/ Career Tech competencies
• Design and administer appropriate assessments for students to ensure students successfully complete relevant credentials necessary for careers and graduation
• Enforce and maintain proper classroom rules for discipline and management
• Work collaboratively and effectively with staff, students, parents and form positive relationships with business and industry representatives
• Actively prepare students for both academic and Career Tech competency tests
• Provide leadership in student management, classroom instruction, curriculum development, and career/technical club activities
• Maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of the resources provided by the district
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media and technology consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the students involved
• Maintain complete and accurate records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation
• Actively assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulation and Board Policy
• Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parent/guardian concerning classroom performance and behavior
• Work under the guidelines of Penta’s Mission Statement and goals
• Attend district and state professional development events
• Remain free of any non-prescribed controlled substance or alcohol abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the district
• Assume any other responsibilities as assigned by the Board of Education, Superintendent, Career Technical Director, Supervisor, or their designee(s)

DEADLINE:     Posted until filled.  Submit letter of interest, application and résumé.

APPLY TO:      https://pentacareercenter.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Penta Career Center hereby gives notice that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, disability/handicap, age, citizenship status, or veteran status in its educational programs, activities, employment policies, or admission policies and practices, as required by law.  Penta has a Section 504, Title VI, and Title IX coordinator.                                                    

February 2026

Posted: 2.11.26