Plumbing Teacher (MVP Academy)

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

Plumbing Teacher (MVP Academy)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5942088

Application Deadline: Oct 12, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Sep 28, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Performance Responsibilities

• Teaches plumbing skills and knowledge full-time to students enrolled in Fitchburg, Gardner, and Narragansett Regional school districts in grades 11-12.
• Instructs pupils in citizenship, basic communication skills, and other general elements of the competency-based course of study common to all teachers, as specified in state law, administrative regulations, and procedures of the school district.
• Develops lesson plans, maintains plan book, and organizes class time so that preparation, instruction, shop work, and clean-up activities can be accomplished within the allotted time.
• Demonstrates professional knowledge and competency regarding occupational materials, equipment, tools, and processes using standard or teacher-prepared models, mock-ups, sketches, and other instructional aids in accordance with the plumbing competency-based task listing.
• Instructs pupils in the appropriate safety precautions and the safe operation and use of tools, machinery, and equipment.
• Grades and monitors student progress through the use of progress reports, report cards, and student competency lists.
• Communicates with employers, parents, and school counselors on individual pupil progress.
• Collaborates with the MVP Program Manager to ensure regular communication of daily attendance, quarterly grades, disciplinary concerns, and other information relevant to student records.
• Participates in special education Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, where the teacher’s input is required.
• Attends special education Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, where the teacher’s presence is required.
• Provides supervision and extra help to students where needed.
• Attends meetings as required by the teacher's contract.
• Performs other duties assigned by the Superintendent-Director.

Physical Requirements

This position may require long periods of standing and lifting up to 50lbs. The teacher may also be required to operate hand tools and motor equipment and may work in confined spaces with exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, and gases.

Terms of Employment

Ten-month, school year position (183 days).

Initial salary will be established by the Superintendent-Director in accordance with the Teachers’ Contract.

Fringe benefits as outlined in the Teachers’ Contract.

Evaluation

As per the Teachers’ Contract.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $59,013 to $113,693 Per Year

Job Categories:

Career and Technical Education > Plumbing & Heating

Equal Opportunity Employer

Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or national origin. District Title IX Compliance Coordinator: Victoria Zarozinski, [phone] x5237

Job Requirements

• QUALIFICATIONS:
  1. Must hold the appropriate Chapter 74 teaching license from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education or be eligible to obtain such a license.
  Requirements to obtain:
  High school diploma or the equivalent
  Five years of recent (within the last seven years), full-time employment experience directly related to plumbing
  Passing score on each of the written and performance exams for plumbing
  Possession of a current MA Journeyman Plumber license
  Possession of a current MA Master Plumber license
  Achieve a passing score of either Vocational Technical Literacy Skills or Communication and Literacy Skills
  2. Must demonstrate the ability to work with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the public in creating an atmosphere where individuals feel welcome and respected.
  3. Must be able to work as part of a team and independently.
  4. Must have a valid driver’s license.
  5. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
  6. Must be comfortable using computers and software.
  7. Prior teaching experience preferred.
  8. May have such alternatives to the above as the Superintendent-Director deems appropriate and acceptable.
  REPORTS TO:
  Director of Vocational Programs
• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Brian Williams
• 1050 Westminster Street
• Fitchburg, Massachusetts 01420
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]