Welding Teacher FY2526130

Title: Welding Teacher FY2526130

Reports To:Principal

Start Date: August 202026- 2026/2027 School Year

Status: Full Time

Salary: $45000-$52717 DOE

Belgrade School District provides instructional athletic and activities opportunities for more than 3200 students from the community of nearly 14000 residents. Through the commitment of more than 600 full- and part-time staff members students engage in learning and participate in extracurricular events throughout the calendar year. As Belgrades largest employer were proud of the partnership we have with local families businesses and civic organizations. Working with Belgrade School District is a rewarding opportunity to be part of our mission to educate students to become responsible members of society.

We offer competitive pay comprehensive benefits including a district contribution toward health insurance premiums and available dental vision and life insurance as well as other supplemental insurance plans. District employees also participate in PERS or TRS retirement plans which is vested after 5 years. Employees can also choose to contribute to a 403B plan with an additional district contribution.

Position Overview:

This position is to provide practical experience working in industry with an emphasis in metal manufacturing and welding. Knowledge in the maintenance and repair of equipment comprehension of technical writing & reading being flexible and able to multi-task while providing a safe environment for students is required. Instructor will be the metals program lead instructor and create project based hands-on experiences that are responsive to emerging workforce needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Prepares performance-based objectives and outlines for course of study following curriculum

guidelines and requirements of the school State and Federal initiatives; meets State and local

performance measures.

• Develops annual goals for program improvement; revise and update program curriculum

using performance based open entry/open exit individualized curriculum materials as

needed.

Organizes program of practical and technical instruction including demonstrations of skills

required in welding professions and lectures on theory techniques and terminology;

prepares outline of instructional programs and studies and assembles materials to be

presented; reviews with supervisor as needed.

• Instructs students in subject areas i.e. use maintenance and the safe operation of tools and

equipment codes or regulations related to the welding program.

• Instructs students in the importance of accuracy neatness efficiency resourcefulness and

good work habits in obtaining employment in industries that depend on welding to build the

products.

• Initiates purchase requisitions for supplies materials and equipment following district and

the Montana Department of Education procurement policies and procedures; ensures

preventive maintenance program for equipment is in place.

• Assigns lesson to students and corrects homework; administers tests to evaluate

achievement of students in technical knowledge and practical skills; records results and issues reports to

students school and to parents.

• Keeps records of daily attendance and student progress; reports to supervisor and the

registration office per requirements of the District school.

• Presents subject matter to students utilizing a variety of methods and techniques such as

lectures discussions or demonstrations; ensures use of classroom time is organized and that

instruction and clean-up can be accomplished within the allotted time.

• Assists students individually or in groups with lesson assignments to present or reinforce

learning concepts; responds to basic student questions.

• Enforces classroom protocols rules and regulations; maintains classroom discipline;

utilizes effective classroom management techniques.

• Maintains a clean and orderly classroom and lab area; ensures that waste and byproducts

are disposed according to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards and procedures.

• Assists students to develop and implement effective study skills practices and techniques.
• Assists students to develop and complete resumes applications for employment cover

letters etc.

• Assists job developers in the placement of students in internships or cooperative work

experience.

• Develops and implements record keeping procedures that ensure proper documentation of

action plans for success per requirements of supervisor; keeps and reports data required by

funding agencies i.e. attendance progress and competency-based data for each student.

• Ensures confidentiality of all program records and student information.
• Develops a strong understanding of school policies and procedures upholds requirements

and policies of the District.

• Develops and maintains an active program advisory committee; provides documentation

of meetings i.e. attendance reports and minutes of each meeting.

• Maintains relationship with Gallatin College to provide students the opportunity to receive

dual credit through the dual enrollment program offered by Gallatin College.

• Maintains relationship with the business community to ensure job training goals objectives

and curriculum are aligned with current business standards and practices.

• Attends meetings and training per requirements of the supervisor; participates in faculty

and professional meetings educational conferences and professional development workshops.

• Participates on school committees as determined annually.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors or advanced degree from an accredited university or college with industry experience preferred.

OR
Class 4 license and field work experience. You will be required to submit verification of work experience totaling a minimum of 5 000 hours of verified occupational experience in the specific trade to be taught;requirements for a Class 4 license may be found on the OPI website.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge of instructional theory basic education principles practices and

methodologies the developmental process competency-based curricula and general

classroom and lab practices.

• Possesses good organizational skills; knowledge of record keeping procedures including

the ability to collect and organize data and information.

• Working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures including applicable

computer operations and software i.e. Microsoft Office Suites student record programs.

• Ability to establish and maintain appropriate level of authority as well as creating an

atmosphere of support and confidence for students.

• Possesses effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with supervisors co-workers parents and

students and the general public.

• Ability to work with youth (16-17 years old) and young adults (18-21 years old) effectively.
• Ability to work independently and to manage work assignments in a highly interpersonal

contact environment.

• Ability to deal effectively with stress caused by workload deadlines and situations as they

occur.

• Must be tactful have good interpersonal skills and sound judgment.

Required Experience:

IC