Hands-On Manufacturing & Tech Teacher

Allendale Public Schools; Hexham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Allendale Public Schools in Michigan is seeking a Manufacturing and Technology Teacher to instruct middle school students in hands-on advanced manufacturing and engineering disciplines. This role emphasizes project-based learning and integrates CAD and lab technology.

The ideal candidate will hold Michigan teacher certification, a middle school endorsement, and a bachelor's degree in education, with a passion for STEM and inclusive instruction.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid State of Michigan Teacher Certification.
• Must hold a Middle School endorsement.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignments.
• Successful prior teaching experience in manufacturing and technology is preferred but not required.
• Must meet State of Michigan Professional Development requirements.
• Need to possess a passion for teaching middle school students.
• Enthusiasm for STEM, hands-on maker spaces, and building early education-to-career pipelines for students.
• Demonstrate the use of interventions to support student learning, behavior, and attendance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver project-based lessons covering coding, robotics, electricity, 3D printing, CNC (machining), and welding.
• Manage and provide technical support for specialized industrial equipment, CAD software, and classroom lab technology provided by the MEERA program.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to instruction.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for subject area, and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Demonstrates ability to differentiate instruction by creating challenging and engaging learning opportunities for all students.
• Deep understanding of student learning theory, brain-based learning, and differentiated instruction.
• Designs learning activities to demonstrate the application of skills and knowledge towards problem-solving.
• Participate in ongoing trainer support, regional educator workshops, and cross-district alignment.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learning of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional development meetings.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance as required by district procedures and policies.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within their grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Uses appropriate and approved books, instructional aids, and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
• Demonstrate an understanding of working with standards.
• Uses standard office equipment such as computers, printers, copy and fax machines, and telephones.

Skills

Strong technology and computer skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to differentiate instruction

Collaborative with colleagues

Education

Michigan Teacher Certification

Middle School Endorsement

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Job description

Allendale Public Schools in Michigan is seeking a Manufacturing and Technology Teacher to instruct middle school students in hands-on advanced manufacturing and engineering disciplines. This role emphasizes project-based learning and integrates CAD and lab technology.

The ideal candidate will hold Michigan teacher certification, a middle school endorsement, and a bachelor's degree in education, with a passion for STEM and inclusive instruction.