26-27 Electrical Instructor - CTE

Somerville Public Schools • Somerville, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical Instructor provides high-quality Career and Technical Education (CTE) instruction that prepares students for postsecondary education, industry-recognized credentials, licensure, apprenticeships, and careers in the electrical trade. The instructor delivers engaging classroom and laboratory instruction that integrates academic, technical, and employability skills while fostering a safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment. The instructor is responsible for developing students' technical proficiency, professionalism, and workplace readiness in accordance with the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) Career Vocational Technical Education (CVTE) Frameworks. The instructor collaborates with colleagues, industry partners, families, and school staff to support student achievement, career readiness, and successful transition to employment, apprenticeships, or postsecondary education.

Requirements

• Hold or be eligible to obtain a Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) Vocational Technical Teacher License in Electrical (License 74).
• High school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of five (5) years of full-time employment experience directly related to the electrical trade
• A current Massachusetts Journeyman Electrician License
• A current Massachusetts Master Electrician License
• A passing score of at least 70% on both the written and performance examinations in electricity, as required by DESE (typically obtained within the first year of employment)
• A passing score on either the Vocational Technical Literacy Skills Test or the Communication and Literacy Skills Test, as required by DESE.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current electrical systems, equipment, tools, safety standards, and industry practices.

Nice To Haves

• Prior teaching, mentoring, apprenticeship training, or workforce development experience is preferred.
• Experience working with high school students or in a Career and Technical Education (CTE) setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and deliver engaging classroom and laboratory instruction aligned with the Massachusetts DESE Career Vocational Technical Education (CVTE) Frameworks and district curriculum.
• Teach electrical theory, technical skills, safety procedures, National Electrical Code (NEC) standards, and industry best practices that prepare students for licensure, apprenticeships, and employment.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that incorporate demonstrations, direct instruction, hands-on laboratory activities, assessments, and differentiated instructional strategies.
• Create and maintain a safe, organized, and productive classroom and laboratory environment that promotes student engagement, professionalism, and respect.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety regulations, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, and electrical industry requirements.
• Assess student learning through classroom, laboratory, and performance-based evaluations and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Prepare students for success in the electrical trade through competency-based instruction aligned with industry expectations and Massachusetts licensure requirements.
• Continuously evaluate and improve curriculum, instructional practices, equipment, and instructional resources to reflect current industry standards, emerging technologies, and workforce needs.
• Foster students' employability skills, including communication, teamwork, professionalism, problem-solving, customer service, and ethical workplace practices.
• Establish and maintain high expectations for student behavior while creating a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely student records, including attendance, grades, competencies, and other documentation required by district policy, DESE regulations, and applicable laws.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, families, colleagues, administrators, industry partners, and community organizations.
• Communicate regularly with students, parents/guardians, and school staff regarding student academic progress, technical skill development, attendance, and behavior.
• Participate in faculty meetings, curriculum development, advisory committee meetings, professional development, and other district initiatives.
• Maintain required licensure and participate in ongoing professional learning to remain current with changes in electrical codes, instructional practices, and industry standards.
• Perform other duties consistent with the scope and responsibilities of the position as assigned.

Benefits

• Salary and benefits are determined in accordance with the Somerville Educators Union, Unit A collective bargaining agreement and the policies of the Somerville School Committee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED