High School Automation Instructor: PLCs, Robotics & Manufacturing

Kids for the Future; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,904,000 - 100,289,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

Bridgerland Technical College is seeking a Full-Time High School Automation Instructor to teach in Logan, Utah. The role focuses on industrial automation, PLCs, robotics, sensors, and controls, with hands-on projects and industry-aligned curriculum.

You will guide students through projects, assessments, and practical exercises, fostering safe, engaging learning and preparing them for advanced manufacturing careers in a hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting, programming, installing, or maintaining industrial automation systems.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, robotics, industrial controls, sensors, and automated systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to teach technical concepts to high school students.
• Commitment to a safe, engaging, student-focused learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and deliver organized learning opportunities aligned with approved curriculum.
• Teach automation concepts including PLCs, robotics, industrial controls, sensors, pneumatics, electrical systems, troubleshooting, and manufacturing processes.
• Provide hands-on instruction using industry-standard automation equipment and software.
• Create a safe, engaging, and student-centered learning environment.
• Assess student learning through projects, demonstrations, assignments, and practical evaluations.
• Monitor student attendance, progress, and achievement.
• Maintain accurate student records and support student advising and career exploration.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and local high schools to promote student success and program excellence.
• Build and maintain relationships with industry partners to ensure curriculum reflects current workforce needs.
• Model professionalism, workplace safety, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ensure the safe operation and maintenance of instructional equipment and laboratory resources.
• Support program development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Programming

Installing

Maintaining automation systems

PLCs

Robotics

Industrial controls

Sensors

Automation

Communication skills

Teaching technical concepts

Safety and student-focused learning

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Automation

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

FANUC

Job description

Bridgerland Technical College is seeking a Full-Time High School Automation Instructor to teach in Logan, Utah. The role focuses on industrial automation, PLCs, robotics, sensors, and controls, with hands-on projects and industry-aligned curriculum.

You will guide students through projects, assessments, and practical exercises, fostering safe, engaging learning and preparing them for advanced manufacturing careers in a hands-on environment.