Industrial Technology Teacher

Ogden Community School District•Ogden, IA

About The Position

Ogden Community Schools is seeking a passionate and dedicated Industrial Technology Teacher to join our team. This position provides an opportunity to educate students in the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the industrial technology field. The ideal candidate will foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity while helping students understand how industrial technology skills can be applied to solve real-world problems and create professional opportunities. A commitment to hands-on learning, student engagement, and continuous professional growth is essential.

Requirements

Valid Iowa Teaching License
Industrial Technology endorsement or ability to obtain appropriate licensure
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to build positive relationships with middle and high school students
Commitment to hands-on, student-centered learning and collaboration

Nice To Haves

Prior teaching or industry experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging Industrial Technology lessons aligned with state and national standards.
Develop and implement curriculum that incorporates hands-on learning, technical skills, and real-world applications.
Utilize a variety of instructional strategies and tools to meet the diverse learning needs of students in grades 8ï¿½12.
Establish and maintain a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes student engagement and responsibility.
Build strong relationships with students to encourage creativity, confidence, and career exploration in industrial technology fields.
Encourage critical thinking and problem-solving through project-based learning experiences.
Assess student progress using a variety of formative and summative methods.
Provide timely, meaningful feedback to students and communicate progress with families as appropriate.
Maintain accurate records of student performance and use data to guide instruction.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized lab/classroom environment in accordance with safety standards and best practices.
Ensure proper use and care of tools, equipment, and materials.
Teach and reinforce safety procedures and expectations consistently.
Collaborate with colleagues to design and implement curriculum and support student success.
Participate in professional learning communities (PLCs), staff meetings, and professional development opportunities.
Stay current with industry trends, technology advancements, and instructional best practices.
Support school-wide initiatives, events, and extracurricular activities.
Adhere to all district policies and expectations for professional and ethical conduct.