Job Description: Design Technology & STEM Teacher

Curriculum: IGCSE & IB MYP
Location: Good Shepherd International School Ooty Tamil Nadu

Reports to : HOD DT & STEM
Position Type: Full-Time Academic Year

About the Role

Good Shepherd International School invites applications for an experienced and passionate Design Technology & STEM Teacher to join our innovative academic team. This role integrates product design engineering concepts digital fabrication and STEM education to deliver hands-on inquiry-driven and future-focused learning experiences for students.

The ideal candidate will bring strong interdisciplinary expertise combining design thinking engineering principles and STEM pedagogy to inspire creativity innovation and real-world problem-solving.

Minimum Qualification Required

Engineering / Technology / Design Background:

• B.E / in Mechanical Engineering / Mechanical Production Engineering / Electronics Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Computer Science / Electronics & Communication Engineering
  OR
  

• in Industrial Design / Product Design / Graphic Design
  OR
  

• in Computer Science / Computer Applications
  OR
  

• Any other equivalent professional degree in Design Engineering Technology or related STEM fields
  

Core Competencies & Subject Knowledge

Product Design & Design Thinking

• Strong understanding of the design process (Design Cycle / Design Thinking) including research ideation prototyping evaluation and iterative improvement
  

• Ability to implement design concepts effectively in teaching and learning
  

• Expertise in critical thinking creativity innovation and problem-solving in product development
  

Graphic Products & Digital Design

• Proficiency in visual communication and sketching (creative & technical drawing / engineering graphics)
  

• Experience with digital design software (Adobe Illustrator Photoshop etc.)
  

• Proficiency in CAD modelling (2D & 3D SketchUp Fusion 360 Blender or similar)
  

• Understanding of branding and visual identity principles
  

Resistant Materials & Fabrication

• Knowledge of materials (wood metals plastics composites) and their properties
  

• Hands-on experience with creative modelling using paper card cardboard styrofoam wood metals and plastics
  

• Expertise in woodworking metalworking and plastic fabrication techniques
  

Systems Controls & Engineering Concepts

• Understanding of mechanical systems electronics automation and control mechanisms
  

• Knowledge of engineering design processes and applied engineering problem-solving
  

Manufacturing & Prototyping

• Experience with prototyping tools and machinery including:
  

• 3D Printing
  

• Laser Cutting & Engraving
  

• Vacuum Forming
  

• CNC machining (preferred)
  

• Strong workshop safety planning and quality management skills
  

STEM Knowledge Integration

• Sound understanding of:
  

• Science (Physics basic Chemistry Environmental Science etc.)
  

• Technology (programming basics digital tools educational software)
  

• Engineering (design processes mechanical & electrical fundamentals)
  

• Mathematics (applied maths data handling basic statistics)
  

• Ability to create interdisciplinary STEM connections for real-world problem-solving
  

Sustainability & Innovation

• Awareness of sustainable design practices and environmental impact of materials
  

• Knowledge of emerging trends in design engineering and educational technology
  

Teaching & Pedagogical Skills

• Expertise in project-based learning design thinking inquiry-based learning and hands-on prototyping
  

• Strong understanding of formative summative portfolio-based and performance-based assessment
  

• Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners
  

• Effective classroom and workshop management with a focus on safety and creativity
  

• Experience in curriculum planning aligned to IGCSE and IB MYP frameworks
  

• Proficiency in integrating CAD tools digital fabrication coding platforms and interactive technologies
  

• Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with industry and educational trends
  

Experience Required

• Minimum 5 years of teaching experience in Design Technology and/or STEM integration
  

• Experience with one or more of the following curricula:
  

• PYP
  

• MYP
  

• IGCSE & ICSE
  

Department Overview Design Technology & STEM

The Design Technology & STEM Department at Good Shepherd International School is a vibrant future-focused learning environment where creativity meets innovation. Our interdisciplinary curriculum emphasizes hands-on exploration real-world problem-solving and design-led thinking.

With state-of-the-art workshops digital fabrication tools and expert faculty students gain practical experience in product design materials technology engineering systems and STEM applications. Our approach nurtures critical thinking adaptability resilience and sustainability awarenesspreparing students to become the designers engineers and innovators of tomorrow.

Join Our Team!

Are you passionate about inspiring creativity innovation and problem-solving Do you enjoy guiding students through real-world design challenges engineering concepts and STEM exploration

Join Good Shepherd International School as a Design Technology & STEM Teacher and be a catalyst for creativity innovation and future-ready learning. Help shape young minds to design build and innovate for a better tomorrow.