Plumbing Instructor for High-School Trade Tech

Montachusett-Regional-Vocational-Technical-School; Fitchburg (MA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School is seeking a Plumbing Teacher for MVP Academy to educate 11th- and 12th-grade students across Fitchburg, Gardner, and Narragansett districts. The role emphasizes hands-on plumbing instruction, safety, and competency-based learning, starting immediately.

The ideal candidate holds MA Chapter 74 teaching credentials, with five years of plumbing experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must hold the MA Chapter 74 teaching license or be eligible to obtain it.
• Requirements to obtain include high school diploma, five years of plumbing-related work, exams for plumbing, MA Journeyman and Master Plumber licenses.
• Ability to work with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the public.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Comfort with computers and software.
• Prior teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teaches plumbing skills and knowledge full-time to students in grades 11-12 across Fitchburg, Gardner, and Narragansett Regional districts.
• Instructs pupils in citizenship, basic communication, and general elements of the competency-based course of study.
• Develops lesson plans and organizes class time to balance instruction, shop work, and cleanup.
• Demonstrates knowledge of materials, equipment, and processes with models and instructional aids.
• Instructs in safety precautions and safe operation of tools and equipment.
• Grading and monitoring student progress via reports and competency lists.
• Communicates with employers, parents, and counselors on pupil progress.
• Collaborates with MVP Program Manager on attendance, grades, and records.
• Attends IEP meetings and provides input as required.
• Provides supervision and extra help to students.
• Attends meetings as required by the contract.
• Performs duties assigned by the Superintendent-Director.

Skills

MA plumbing license

Journeyman license

Master plumber license

Teaching experience

Driver's license

Communication skills

Computer skills

Team player

Education

Chapter 74 teaching license (MA)

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School is seeking a Plumbing Teacher for MVP Academy to educate 11th- and 12th-grade students across Fitchburg, Gardner, and Narragansett districts. The role emphasizes hands-on plumbing instruction, safety, and competency-based learning, starting immediately.

The ideal candidate holds MA Chapter 74 teaching credentials, with five years of plumbing experience and strong communication skills.