Industrial Arts Teacher in Training — Lead Educator Path

Thales Academy; Waxhaw (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Disability & life insurance

Paid time off

401k with employer match

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Job summary

Thales Academy Waxhaw is seeking an Industrial Arts Teacher in Training to join our Pre-K to 5th grade faculty in Waxhaw, NC. This training position targets becoming a lead teacher for the 2027-2028 academic year and involves hands-on classes and curriculum work.

The role supports Engineering and Design topics, with on-the-job training and a pathway to lead instruction, aligning with Thales Academy's classical curriculum and values. Salary is determined by experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Some combination of experience or interest in Engineering and Design, CAD/SolidWorks, Robotics, Woodworking, Basic mechanics, 3D printing, Electronics, Practical Life Skills, Home Repair, Cooking and Nutrition, First Aid and Safety.
• Must be adaptable, eager to learn, organized.
• A passion for teaching; Teaching experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Industrial Arts and Luddy Institute of Technology (LIT) classes.
• Support classroom instruction and hands-on student projects.
• Set up equipment and materials following existing lesson plans.
• Help maintain an organized, safe, and productive classroom environment.
• Learn curriculum while working under the guidance of the lead instructor.
• Assume increased instructional responsibilities over time.

Skills

Engineering & design interest

CAD/SolidWorks

Robotics

Woodworking

3D printing

Electronics

First Aid & Safety

Home repair

Cooking & Nutrition

Practical life skills

Basic mechanics

Learning mindset

Organized

Passion for teaching

Adaptable learner

Tools

CAD/SolidWorks

Job description

Thales Academy Waxhaw is seeking an Industrial Arts Teacher in Training to join our Pre-K to 5th grade faculty in Waxhaw, NC. This training position targets becoming a lead teacher for the 2027-2028 academic year and involves hands-on classes and curriculum work.

The role supports Engineering and Design topics, with on-the-job training and a pathway to lead instruction, aligning with Thales Academy's classical curriculum and values. Salary is determined by experience and qualifications.