Industrial Arts CTE Teacher - Stafford USD 349

BirdDogHR; Kansas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Health insurance

Job summary

Stafford USD 349 is seeking a dynamic Secondary Industrial Arts Teacher to join our district in Stafford, Kansas. The district offers a Construction and Design Pathway with a fully-equipped shop, enabling students to explore craftsmanship and career-ready skills.

The district emphasizes collaborative culture, small class sizes, and opportunities to sponsor clubs or coach activities if desired. Join a rural community with strong support systems and a commitment to innovative education.

Job description

Industrial Arts CTE Teacher - Stafford USD 349 - Stafford, KS 67578

Are you passionate about inspiring students through hands-on learning and real-world skills? Do you thrive in a supportive small-town environment where innovation in education is not only encouraged but celebrated? Stafford USD 349 is seeking a dynamic Secondary Industrial Arts Teacher to join our forward-thinking district. Stafford proudly offers a Construction and Design Pathway, supported by a fully-equipped, spacious shop that allows students to explore creativity, craftsmanship, and career-ready skills.

Why Stafford? Stafford is a welcoming rural community—an ideal place to live, work, and raise a family. Centrally located, we’re a short drive from Hutchinson, Great Bend, and Pratt, offering the perfect blend of small-town comfort and regional access. The cost of living in Stafford is ~20% lower than the state average. Stafford is perfect for educators looking to relocate to a friendly, affordable community with strong support systems.

What We Offer

Salary & Benefits

• $1,000 Signing Bonus for Certified Positions
• Competitive salary per Negotiated Agreement
• 100% District-Paid Single Health Insurance (or prorated family coverage)

Professional Growth & Support

• Collaborative, innovative school culture
• Leadership-supportive Board of Education
• Club sponsorship and sport coaching available if desired (and optional if not)

What Makes Stafford Schools Exceptional

Innovative Academic & Career Programs

• Robust CTE pathways including: Culinary Arts, Health Sciences, Entrepreneurship/Marketing, Building Trades, Programming, Teaching, and Agriculture/FFA
• On-Campus Day Care, Early Learning Preschool, & Parents as Teachers support families from birth onward
• Small class sizes that allow for meaningful relationships and individualized instruction
• Recognized as a Kansas Healthy School for strong health and wellness initiatives
• 21st Century Community Learning Grants support vibrant after-school programs (STARS for K–12 & Trojan Zone at HS)

Community & Lifelong Learning

• Active Education Foundation offering scholarships and resources to enhance student and staff success
• Stafford is close to scenic natural areas and wildlife, including the nearby Quivira National Wildlife Refuge, which offers bird-watching, nature walks, and outdoor enjoyment.
• Stafford has local healthcare services, including a county hospital and clinics for basic medical needs.
• USD 349 is involved in health and wellness initiatives and community programs, which can enhance overall well-being.

Join Our Team

If you value a district where your creativity is valued, your voice matters, and your work genuinely changes the community, we want to meet you! Help us continue building a district where learners thrive, and educators make a difference.

Learn more at: stafford349.com

We are an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.