Technical Education Teacher

Chelmsfordschools; Chelmsford (MA); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelmsford Public Schools at McCarthy Middle School in Chelmsford, Massachusetts is seeking a dynamic Technical Education Teacher to lead the Project Lead The Way Gateway program for 7th and 8th grade students, delivering hands-on instruction in Design & Modeling and Automation & Robotics.

The successful candidate will facilitate a maker‑style environment, supervise PLTW labs, ensure safety, and collaborate with the high school engineering department to align skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Engineering, Technology, or related field.
• Valid MA State Teaching License (DLCS 5-12).
• PLTW Core Training for Design and Modeling and Automation and Robotics (or commitment to complete training over the summer).

Responsibilities

• Lead PLTW Gateway modules for 7th and 8th grade students (Design & Modeling and Automation & Robotics).
• Deliver high‑quality instruction in a maker environment with emphasis on hands‑on projects.
• Ensure safety protocols in labs and manage PLTW labs and materials.
• Collaborate with high school engineering to align vertical skill development.
• Participate in school‑wide STEM initiatives and provide PD participation.

Skills

STEM program leadership

Classroom management

Maker‑space facilitation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education, Engineering, Technology, or related field

Tools

PLTW Core Training

CAD (TinkerCAD / OnShape) familiarity

Job description

Technical Education Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5583438

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 13, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $61,142 to $114,820 Per Year

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Technology/Industrial Arts

Job Description

Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Teaching Vacancies for the 2026/ 2027 School Year

The Chelmsford Public Schools is now accepting applications for the following anticipated vacancy. The District reserves the right to change this vacancy or not fill this vacancy based on further staffing changes, enrollment, or budget.

Position: Technical Education Teacher

Location: McCarthy Middle School

We are seeking a dynamic, innovative, and hands‑on educator to lead our Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Gateway program for 7th and 8th‑grade students. This role is central to our mission of fostering critical thinking and problem‑solving through STEM. You will be responsible for delivering high‑quality instruction in two primary modules: Design and Modeling and Automation and Robotics. This person may also teach other PLTW courses. PD will be provided, and the candidate must agree to a combination of in‑person and virtual sessions during the summer prior to starting work. The ideal candidate doesn’t just teach from a book; they facilitate a "maker" environment where students are encouraged to fail fast, iterate often, and think like engineers.

Essential Responsibilities

• Curriculum Delivery & Instruction
• Design and Modeling (DM): Lead students through the Design Process to solve problems. Teach manual sketching techniques, measurement, and 3D computer‑aided design (CAD) using software like TinkerCAD or OnShape.
• Automation and Robotics (AR): Guide students in the history and impact of automation. Facilitate the mechanical assembly of VEX Robotics systems and the programming of those systems to complete complex tasks.
• Magic of Electrons involving hands‑on circuit building or other PLTW course
• Project‑Based Learning (PBL): Shift the classroom focus from "lecture" to "lab," acting as a facilitator while students engage in collaborative, real‑world engineering challenges.
• Lab & Resource Management
• Manage a classroom lab equipped with 3D printers, robotics kits (VEX), and various hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers etc. needed to assemble devices.
• Maintain an organized inventory of consumables and durable goods.
• Ensure all safety protocols are strictly followed, particularly regarding tool usage and electrical components.
• Professional Growth & Collaboration
• Complete the required PLTW Core Training for the Gateway modules you will be teaching.
• Collaborate with the high school engineering department to ensure a vertical alignment of skills.
• Participate in school‑wide STEM initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Engineering, Technology, or a related field.
• Certification: Valid MA State Teaching License. DLCS 5-12
• PLTW Certification: Successful completion of PLTW Core Training for Design and Modeling and Automation and Robotics (or a commitment to complete training over the summer).

Preferred Skills

• Proficiency in 3D Modeling software (CAD).
• Experience with block‑based or text‑based coding (e.g., VEXcode or Python).
• A "growth mindset" regarding technology—willingness to learn new software and hardware alongside students.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move around a classroom or lab to assist students with mechanical assemblies.

Welcome to McCarthy Middle School, Technology, Information and Library

The C. Edith McCarthy Middle School is one of two middle schools in Chelmsford. Providing education for about 940 students from grades 7‑8, we are one of the largest middle schools in the Merrimack Valley. Our staff is committed to creating a learning environment in which all students feel safe and secure and are able to reach their fullest academic and social potential. We believe our school community has the capacity to thrive academically, socially, physically and emotionally in a safe and nurturing environment where trust and respect are valued. We believe learning is a continuous process that must be meaningful and encourage growth through creative thinking, collaboration, communication, inquiry, problem‑solving and self‑reflection. We believe students, parents, teachers, staff and community members must work cooperatively and be held accountable for setting high standards that ensure students’ learning and growth. We believe in a school community that works collaboratively to develop knowledgeable, contributing and respectful citizens., We are committed to using current technologies to support the district mission of cultivating inspired, creative, and well‑rounded lifelong learners who possess the integrity and self‑direction necessary to be contributing community members. The oversight of the Technology Department includes the school network infrastructure, technical support, technology integration, education, curriculum, and professional development, technology engineering, student information, educational data, and the school libraries. Chelmsford is a school district where technology is used equitably to expand and amplify our students' educational experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chelmsford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

• Successful candidates will hold the appropriate degree and MA DESE Teaching License in Technology/Engineering (Middle School, Grades 5‑8). If contacted for an interview, please present official transcripts to the hiring supervisor in the event that you are recommended for hire.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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