Career Academy of Siloam Springs (CASS) Instructor

Siloam Springs School District•Siloam Springs, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Siloam Springs School District is seeking a motivated and skilled educator to lead its Industrial Technology Program within the Career Academy. This position prepares students for high-demand careers in industrial maintenance, welding, manufacturing, and construction trades through hands-on instruction, industry partnerships, and workforce readiness training.

Requirements

Two years work experience in construction or advanced manufacturing/industrial maintenance and an associate’s degree or higher OR four years work experience in construction or advanced manufacturing/industrial maintenance in the absence of a college degree
Arkansas Licensure 616 Advanced Manufacturing 570 Construction Tech 212 Industrial Technology
Valid Arkansas teaching license or ability to obtain Arkansas CTE licensure through an alternative pathway.
Experience in industrial maintenance, welding, construction, manufacturing, or skilled trades preferred.
Strong classroom management, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to meet physical demands of teaching hands-on Industrial Technology courses.
Commitment to the mission and expectations of Siloam Springs School District.

Nice To Haves

Welding (MIG, TIG, Stick, Oxy-Fuel, and cutting processes)
Industrial Maintenance Fundamentals
Electrical and Mechanical Systems Basics
Construction Trades (carpentry, framing, concrete, plumbing, HVAC, and related skills)
OSHA / Workplace Safety
Tool Identification and Proper Usage
Blueprint Reading / Measurements

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging instruction in industrial maintenance, welding, and construction trades.
Teach technical skills including welding processes, tool use, blueprint reading, fabrication, measurements, maintenance systems, and construction methods.
Provide instruction in workplace safety, including lock out/tag out, confined space, hot work permits, MSDS, fall restraint, risk assessment, OSHA standards, and related practices.
Integrate employability skills such as communication, teamwork, attendance, professionalism, interviewing, and problem-solving.
Create and maintain a safe, organized, and positive shop/classroom environment.
Supervise students in hands-on lab settings and ensure proper use of tools, equipment, and machinery.
Coordinate and oversee all aspects of the Industrial Technology Program, including equipment, inventory, maintenance, district assets, and budget management.
Build partnerships with local businesses and industry leaders to support apprenticeships, internships, job shadowing, tours, and guest speakers.
Serve as liaison between business partners and the Career Academy.
Identify and promote industry-recognized certifications that improve student marketability.
Recruit and retain students for the program while promoting opportunities to students and families.
Maintain accurate student, certification, inventory, and program records.
Collaborate with other teachers, administrators, and Career & Technical Education programs.
Participate in ongoing professional learning to stay current in industry practices and emerging technologies such as PLC, CNC, hydraulics, pneumatics, HVAC, electrical systems, machining, CAD, and boiler operations.
Demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, dependability, and regular attendance.
Lead or co-lead a student organization related to Career and Technical Education.