Welding Teacher

POSITION TITLE: WELDING TEACHER REPORTS TO: CTE PRINCIPAL

OVER-TIME STATUS: EXEMPT PAY GRADE: 710

JOB SUMMARY:
Performs professional work providing limited direct instruction and computer
assisted services in a specialized subject or assigned group of subjects motivating
students to develop skill in assigned subject matters; does related work as
required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the CTE Principal.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Develop and implement engaging standards-based welding lessons coveringwelding theory safety procedures blueprint reading metallurgy and weldingtechniques (e.g. MIG TIG Stick Flux-Cored Arc Welding).
• Align curriculum with state standards industry requirements andcertifications (e.g. AWS certifications).
• Utilize various instructional methods to accommodate different learning stylesand promote skill mastery.
• Provide practical training through welding labs and hands-on projects.
• Demonstrate proper use of welding equipment tools and techniques incutting joining and repairing metal.
• Supervise students to ensure adherence to safety standards and bestpractices during lab activities.
• Enforce safety protocols and regulations including the proper use of personalprotective equipment (PPE).
• Maintain welding equipment tools and facilities to ensure operational safetyand efficiency.
• Conduct regular safety drills and inspections to reinforce safe work habits.
• Design and administer assessments to evaluate student progress skillsacquisition and knowledge retention.
• Provide constructive feedback to students and develop individualized plansfor improvement.
• Prepare students for industry-recognized welding certifications andassessments.
• Stay current with advancements in welding technology techniques and industry standards.
• Collaborate with industry professionals to enhance curriculum relevance andprovide students with real-world experiences.
• Participate in professional development activities workshops and conferences.
• Create and maintain an organized and engaging learning environment.
• Establish clear expectations for behavior attendance and participation.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress attendance and achievements.
• Mentor and guide students on career pathways apprenticeships and post-secondary opportunities in welding.
• Facilitate student participation in welding competitions internships and other student work-based learning experiences.
• Work with colleagues administrators and industry partners to improve program quality and relevance.
• Participate in school meetings committees and parent conferences as needed.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Thorough knowledge of subject(s); thorough knowledge of education principles
practices and procedures; thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology
of effective teaching; thorough knowledge of school division rules regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports; ability to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with other staff students and parents; ability to operate a
personal computer.

This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force
occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move
objects and some light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force
occasionally up to 10 pounds of force frequently and a negligible amount of force
constantly to move objects; work requires stooping kneeling reaching standing
walking pushing pulling lifting and repetitive motions; vocal communication is
required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing
is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is
required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data determining the
accuracy and thoroughness of work and observing general surroundings and
activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
Some teaching specialties (i.e. music art physical education etc.) may require
hearing vision physical coordination and/or exertion and effort in excess of those
listed above.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Must possess a Bachelors or Masters degree in education or a related field. Must
possess or be eligible for a Virginia Collegiate Professional License Postgraduate
Professional License or Provisional License with appropriate endorsement to teach
specific subject areas. Detailed licensure information is available from the Virginia

Department of Education online at: in virginia/licensure

assessment/teaching-in-virginia/licensure

Additional Requirements:
1. Candidate must possess a current license or be currently certified as a
professional welder.
2. Must have at least two years of successful full-time or the equivalent
occupational experience within the past five years as a professional welder.
Note: All candidates will also be required to complete the professional studies
requirements (human development and learning: three semester hours; curriculum
and instruction in career and technical education: three semester hours; and
applications of instructional technology or classroom and behavior management:
three semester hours) during their provisional license period.

MINIMUM EDUCATION TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
1. A current license or is currently certified as a professional welder.
2. No associates degree required for a VDOE trade and industrial education
technical professional license.
3. At least two years of successful full-time or the equivalent occupational
experience within the past five years as a professional welder.
Note: All candidates will also be required to complete the professional studies
requirements (human development and learning: three semester hours; curriculum
and instruction in career and technical education: three semester hours; and
applications of instructional technology or classroom and behavior management:
three semester hours) during their provisional license period.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
All applicants please submit an online application with supporting documentation.

PORTSMOUTH PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER