High School Welding Instructor: Craft Skills & Certifications

Energy Jobline ZR; Nettie (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR seeks a Welding Instructor to deliver classroom and shop instruction in welding and metal fabrication for high school students in a CTE program. The role prepares students for entry-level employment, industry credentials, apprenticeships, and further education while maintaining a safe learning environment.

The instructor will develop curricula aligned with state CTE standards, teach welding processes, and supervise shop activities, supporting industry readiness and credential

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of documented welding or metal fabrication industry experience.
• AWS Certified Welder or Certified Welding Educator credentials preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of welding safety standards and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver welding curriculum aligned with state CTE standards.
• Teach welding processes: SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, oxy-fuel and plasma cutting.
• Instruct blueprint reading, welding symbols, metallurgy, shop math and fabrication techniques.
• Maintain a safe, organized welding shop and enforce PPE usage.
• Collaborate with industry partners and postsecondary institutions to strengthen workforce readiness.

Skills

Welding experience

Classroom management

Communication skills

Safety training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher

Tools

CNC plasma tables

Fabrication software

Job description

Energy Jobline ZR seeks a Welding Instructor to deliver classroom and shop instruction in welding and metal fabrication for high school students in a CTE program. The role prepares students for entry-level employment, industry credentials, apprenticeships, and further education while maintaining a safe learning environment.

The instructor will develop curricula aligned with state CTE standards, teach welding processes, and supervise shop activities, supporting industry readiness and credential