Career and Technical Education (CTE) Teacher-Construction/Manufacturing

ReNEW Schools; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD of Shakamak is seeking a dedicated educator to lead the Career and Technical Education program in Construction and Manufacturing, emphasizing hands-on training, safety, and industry-ready skills. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are welcome; non-licensed industry professionals can apply, with guidance to obtain a Workplace Specialist License.

Strong collaboration with local businesses is encouraged. Responsibilities include teaching construction technology, blueprint reading, safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred but not required with extensive industry experience.
• Verifiable work or teaching experience in construction, manufacturing, mechanical trades, or related field.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety, hand/power tools, and production workflows.

Responsibilities

• Teach construction technology, manufacturing, blueprint reading, and OSHA safety.
• Deliver hands-on instruction in a shop using industry-standard tools and machinery.
• Develop lesson plans integrating math and science with real-world industry applications.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom and shop environment.
• Foster partnerships with local businesses, advisory committees, and apprenticeship programs to create student career pathways.
• Guide students in earning industry-recognized certifications and credentials.

Skills

Industry experience

OSHA safety

Blueprint reading

Teaching experience

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Shop tools

Safety equipment

Job description

MSD of Shakamak is seeking a dedicated and skilled educator to lead our Career and Technical Education (CTE) program in Construction and Manufacturing. This role prepares the next generation of industry professionals through hands‑on training, safety instruction, and technical skill development.

Note to Applicants: While this position is focused on construction and manufacturing, we welcome candidates from diverse professional and teaching backgrounds. We highly encourage educators from other subject areas—including but not limited to Math, Science, Automotive, and Agriculture—to apply, as your skills are highly transferable to a new credential. Additionally, non‑licensed industry professionals are strongly encouraged to apply; individuals with verifiable work experience in these fields can easily obtain a Workplace Specialist License. Our administration will fully guide and support you through the licensing process.

Essential Responsibilities

• Teach core concepts in construction technology, manufacturing processes, blueprint reading, and safety regulations (OSHA)
• Deliver hands‑on instruction in a shop or lab environment utilizing industry‑standard tools and machinery
• Develop lesson plans that integrate academic disciplines like math and science with real‑world industry applications
• Maintain a safe, clean, and highly organized classroom and shop environment
• Foster partnerships with local businesses, advisory committees, and apprenticeship programs to create student career pathways
• Guide students in earning industry‑recognized certifications and credentials

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required for candidates with extensive industry experience)
• Years of verifiable work or teaching experience in construction, manufacturing, mechanical trades, or a closely related field
• Robust understanding of workplace safety, hand/power tools, and production workflows

Preferred Qualifications and Licensing

• Current teaching license in Career and Technical Education (CTE), Trades and Industry or a related field
• Current teaching license in an allied technical or academic discipline, such as:
• Automotive Technology or Agriculture (seeking to transition to a new shop environment)
• Mathematics or Science (seeking to apply academic concepts to hands‑on building/engineering)
• No prior teaching license, but eligible for a Workplace Specialist License based on occupational work hours and industry experience in construction or manufacturing

Please submit your application, resume, cover letter, and a copy of any current teaching credentials, transcripts or industry certifications. See more for details https://www.in.gov/doe/educators/educator-licensing/workplace-specialist/