Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Teaching Vacancies for the 2026/ 2027 School YearThe 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 SchoolDescription: 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 doesnt just teach from a book; they facilitate a maker environment where students are encouraged to fail fast iterate often and think like Responsibilities: 1. Curriculum Delivery & InstructionDesign 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 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 of Electrons involving hands-on circuit building or other PLTW courseProject-Based Learning (PBL): Shift the classroom focus from lecture to lab acting as a facilitator while students engage in collaborative real-world engineering challenges. 2. Lab & Resource ManagementManage a classroom lab equipped with 3D printers robotics kits (VEX) and various hand tools such as wrenches screwdrivers etc. needed to assemble an organized inventory of consumables and durable all safety protocols are strictly followed particularly regarding tool usage and electrical components. 3. Professional Growth & CollaborationComplete the required PLTW Core Training for the Gateway modules you will be with the high school engineering department to ensure a vertical alignment of in school-wide STEM initiativesRequired Qualifications:* Education: Bachelors 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 technologywillingness to learn new software and hardware alongside Requirements:* Ability to move around a classroom or lab to assist students with mechanical assemblies.
Required Experience:
IC
Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Teaching Vacancies for the 2026/ 2027 School YearThe 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 ch...
Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Teaching Vacancies for the 2026/ 2027 School YearThe 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 SchoolDescription: 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 doesnt just teach from a book; they facilitate a maker environment where students are encouraged to fail fast iterate often and think like Responsibilities: 1. Curriculum Delivery & InstructionDesign 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 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 of Electrons involving hands-on circuit building or other PLTW courseProject-Based Learning (PBL): Shift the classroom focus from lecture to lab acting as a facilitator while students engage in collaborative real-world engineering challenges. 2. Lab & Resource ManagementManage a classroom lab equipped with 3D printers robotics kits (VEX) and various hand tools such as wrenches screwdrivers etc. needed to assemble an organized inventory of consumables and durable all safety protocols are strictly followed particularly regarding tool usage and electrical components. 3. Professional Growth & CollaborationComplete the required PLTW Core Training for the Gateway modules you will be with the high school engineering department to ensure a vertical alignment of in school-wide STEM initiativesRequired Qualifications:* Education: Bachelors 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 technologywillingness to learn new software and hardware alongside Requirements:* Ability to move around a classroom or lab to assist students with mechanical assemblies.
Required Experience:
IC
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