CTE (Industrial Arts) Teacher

Columbia Heights Public Schools; Columbia Heights (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Heights Public Schools is seeking a licensed Industrial Arts/Technology Education teacher at Columbia Heights High School for Fall 2026. The 1.0 FTE position begins August 2026 and includes benefits; the vacancy is for a dedicated educator to lead technology and engineering instruction in a secondary setting.

The successful candidate will develop engaging curricula, maintain student records, and collaborate with teachers and counselors to support college- and career-ready pathways.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with coursework in teaching, or related field and minimal experience teaching or working with children, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CTE License in Manufacturing and/or Construction preferred.
• Experience working with diverse students and with inclusive education strategies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Industrial Arts at Columbia Heights High School and support technology and engineering instruction.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials; align with state standards.
• Assess and evaluate student progress and maintain student records; communicate with parents and counselors.

Skills

Industrial Arts

Classroom teaching

Curriculum development

Diversity experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in teaching

Job description

• Position Type:
  Licensed/ Industrial-Technology Education
  
• Date Posted:
  4/20/2026
  
• Location:
  Columbia Heights High School
  
• Date Available:
  Fall 2026
  

CTE: Industrial Arts Teacher - Columbia Heights High School

Vacancy #4428

Position is a 1.0 FTE (benefit eligible).
Position begins August 2026
Internal Posting Dates: 4/20/26-4/27/26

Link to Teacher Master Agreement with Salary and Benefit Information:
https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1771444689/colheightsk12mnus/kgt1sml5ejodlnstctca/2025-2027TeacherMasterAgreement.pdf

Questions regarding this position should be directed to Todd Wynne, High School Principal, 763-528-4605 or [e-mail]

Interviews will be scheduled at the request of the School District.

Major Responsibilities

Work as a Industrial Arts Teacher at Columbia Heights High School. Performs difficult professional work teaching in a secondary school instructional program and class environment favorable to learning; teaching technology and engineering subject matter(s); teaching special needs students; motivating students to achieve maximum potential, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Principal.

Qualifications

CTE License in Manufacturing and/or Construction preferred.

Candidates with experience and/or proven skills working with diverse students, arts integration, Developmental Designs and Responsive Classroom Strategies are preferred.

Bachelor's degree with coursework in teaching, or related field and minimal experience teaching or working with children, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

General Definition of Work

Performs difficult professional work teaching in a secondary school instructional program and class environment favorable to learning; teaching technology and engineering subject matter(s); teaching special needs students; motivating students to achieve maximum potential, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Principal.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials.
Translates lesson plans into effective learning experiences; integrates subject area content and technology.
Adapts teaching materials and methods to develop relevant sequential assignments that guide and challenge students.
Instructs students in specialization and subject matter areas specified in state law and administrative regulations and District procedures.
Develops standards for critical analysis through group discussions.
Implements National/State and local standards.
Creates and participates on advisory boards including, but not limited to community partners; supports community partnerships.
Participates in creating college and career ready pathways for classes.
Assesses and evaluates student's needs; provides instruction in individual or group sessions; acts as a mentor to students; establishes and maintains behavior standards.
Formulates and implements behavior modification programs for students.
Administers standardized assessments in accordance with established procedures.
Encourages students to think independently along with developing and expressing original ideas.
Evaluates students' progress; maintains records; prepares progress reports.
Communicates with students, counselors and parents through conferences and other means.
Maintains professional licensing and familiarity through in-service education and self-selected professional books and instructional materials.
Organizes classroom and distributes materials.
Participates in curriculum development programs, faculty committees and student activity sponsorship as required.
Completes required Minnesota Department of Education program approval.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of subject(s) taught; thorough knowledge of the practices, procedures, principles and methodology of effective teaching; thorough knowledge of district rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students and parents.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree with coursework in teaching, or related field and minimal experience teaching or working with children, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements

This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force; work regularly requires standing and speaking or hearing and occasionally requires walking, sitting, using hands to finger, handle or feel, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and lifting; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating machines and observing general surroundings and activities; work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions, exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment and bodily fluids; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g.grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).

Special Requirements

Minnesota Teaching License
CTE License in Manufacturing and/or Construction preferred.
Experience working in a multi-cultural setting and with diverse groups of people preferred.
Alternatives to the qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable will also be considered.