Weber Innovation High - Engineering & Industrial Design Teacher 2026-27 (28533) [WSD Displaced]

Weber School District•Ogden, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A position has been declared open in the Weber School District for a Secondary Teacher. This position is for 8.00 hours per day, 182 days (9 months) per year, is compensated according to the Educator Salary Schedule , and is eligible for benefits . This position starts the upcoming 2026-27 school year. ONLY CURRENT DISPLACED EDUCATORS OF WEBER SCHOOL DISTRICT NEED APPLY TO DISPLACED TEACHERS: ENSURE YOU ARE MARKED AS AN INTERNAL CANDIDATE TO HAVE ACCESS TO THE INTERNAL APPLICATION. CLICK HERE FOR A GUIDE (SSO REQUIRED). Applicants shall apply at wsd.schoolspring.com . Applications will be reviewed prior to interviews being scheduled. THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED, AFTER A MINIMUM OF 5 WORKING DAYS INNOVATE educators are designers of learning and leaders of innovation, not lecturers or point-collectors. Under the direction of school leadership, educators are responsible for the growth and achievement of assigned learners through the design and facilitation of personalized, competency-based learning experiences embedded within profession-based pathways. Educators create flexible, student-centered environments that prioritize agency, real-world application, and engagement over compliance. They establish strong rapport with students, empowering them to develop the knowledge, durable skills, and professional dispositions necessary for continued education, career readiness, and lifelong success. Instruction is aligned to clearly defined competencies and proficiency scales, ensuring that each learner progresses based on demonstrated mastery and individual readiness. Educators intentionally design learning experiences that cultivate Utah Durable Skills such as adaptability, collaboration, communication, innovation, leadership, and professionalism. As a future-focused learning organization, INNOVATE educators actively remain current in emerging technologies, industry advancements, and innovative instructional practices. They thoughtfully integrate relevant digital tools, artificial intelligence, design thinking, and evolving workforce technologies to ensure students graduate prepared for both today’s careers and tomorrow’s opportunities. Professional relationships are cultivated with students, colleagues, families, industry partners, and advisory boards to ensure learning remains rigorous, relevant, and connected to authentic community and workforce needs. The Engineering & Industrial Design Academy is looking for a full time teacher that will lead students in hands-on, project-based learning experiences focused on engineering design, manufacturing, prototyping, and industrial design processes. This instructor will facilitate authentic industry-partner projects that require students to apply engineering principles, design thinking, CAD/CAM tools, 3D printers, and fabrication techniques while being assessed through proficiency-based grading. The role emphasizes guiding students through iterative design cycles, problem identification, prototyping, testing, and presentation of solutions to industry partners and community stakeholders. The instructor will collaborate with industry professionals, interdisciplinary academy staff, and all high schools in the district to ensure alignment with workforce needs and postsecondary pathways. Responsibilities include mentoring student teams, maintaining lab/makerspace environments, integrating safety and industry standards, and supporting student portfolios, certifications, and career readiness experiences. Ideal candidates have a background in engineering, industrial design, manufacturing, or related fields; industry experience, relevant certifications, and the USBE Engineering & Mechanical Design Endorsements are preferred. The successful candidate will be an innovative educator who values collaboration, real-world learning, and preparing students for engineering, technical careers, and further education.

Requirements

Has knowledge of State Core Curriculum and Board of Education adopted guides.
Valid Utah Teaching/Educator License and relevant endorsement(s).
Requires a Utah State Board of Education (USBE) approved, cleared criminal background check.
Requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Nice To Haves

Preferred CTE endorsements aligned with Academy
Ideal candidates have a background in engineering, industrial design, manufacturing, or related fields; industry experience, relevant certifications, and the USBE Engineering & Mechanical Design Endorsements are preferred.

Responsibilities

Design and facilitate project-based, real-world learning experiences within authentic professional contexts.
Implement personalized, competency-based learning practices aligned to proficiency scales.
Teach and intentionally model Utah Durable Skills: adaptability, collaboration, communication, innovation, leadership, and professionalism.
Utilize a variety of instructional strategies that maximize engagement, rigor, and productive use of instructional time.
Integrate technology meaningfully to enhance learning, collaboration, creation, feedback, and industry-aligned skill development.
Remain current in industry trends, emerging technologies, and innovative practices within the assigned pathway, continuously integrating relevant tools, systems, and real-world advancements into learning experiences to ensure workforce alignment and student readiness.
Devise and utilize accurate, standards-aligned methods to measure student progress.
Evaluate academic growth and durable skill development through authentic demonstrations of mastery.
Provide timely coaching, feedback, conferencing, and opportunities for reflection and revision.
Maintain accurate, secure records of student progress and prepare required progress reports for PLC’s.
Support school-wide initiatives aligned to profession-based learning and workforce readiness.
Attend and actively participate in faculty meetings, PLCs, committees, student activities, and professional development.
Design and facilitate a profession-based CAPS capstone course within an assigned pathway, centered on authentic industry problems, client-connected projects, and real-world deliverables.
Develop and sustain active partnerships with industry professionals who serve as mentors, project clients, evaluators, and advisory contributors to ensure learning reflects current workforce standards and expectations.
Coach students in professional practices including client communication, project management, collaboration, innovation, and presentation of solutions to authentic audiences.
Assess student growth through industry-aligned competencies, authentic products, public exhibitions, and demonstration of Utah Durable Skills in alignment with CAPS network expectations.
Establish and maintain clear standards of student behavior aligned to a professional learning atmosphere.
Provide a safe, supervised, and inclusive environment in classrooms, labs, collaborative spaces, and school grounds.
Build strong rapport with students and empower them to take ownership of their learning and growth.
Communicate effectively with students, families, colleagues, community partners, and district personnel.
Interpret school programs and student progress to families through conferences and other communication methods.
Demonstrate professional ethics in accordance with Utah Professional Practices Advisory Commission standards.
Maintain confidentiality of student information in compliance with FERPA and district policy, including responsible use of technology and social media.
Maintain required records securely and responsibly manage district-owned property and equipment.
Continuously reflect, innovate, and engage in professional learning aligned to personalized, competency-based education and profession-based pathways.
Thrive in nontraditional, evolving learning environments.
Maintain professional competence through district-provided and self-directed professional learning.
Demonstrate problem-solving skills and adaptability in dynamic educational settings.
Adhere to all federal, state, and district laws, policies, and procedures, including annual required policy reviews.
Conform to district expectations regarding attendance, evaluations, and assigned duties.
Support school and district initiatives.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by school leadership.