Woods And Metals Manufacturing Teacher (0.4 Fte)

Homewood-Flossmoor High School District 233•Homewood, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Woods and Metals Manufacturing Teacher designs and delivers a comprehensive, standards-aligned welding curriculum that prepares high school students for careers in manufacturing, construction, fabrication, and related skilled trades. The role combines technical theory with extensive hands-on shop instruction, developing student skills in welding processes, blueprint reading, metallurgy, and fabrication techniques. The teacher maintains a safe, professional shop, builds industry partnerships, and supports students in earning recognized welding certifications. Instruction covers SMAW, GMAW/MIG, GTAW/TIG, FCAW, and oxyfuel cutting, as well as blueprint reading, weld symbols, joint design, metal fabrication, metallurgy, heat transfer, weld inspection, and properties of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Lessons align with AWS SENSE standards and applicable state CTE frameworks and integrate mathematics, science, and technical literacy. The teacher differentiates instruction and uses project-based learning based on real-world manufacturing and fabrication scenarios. The teacher manages shop safety, equipment, materials, inventory, inspections, maintenance, and budget requests. They assess student learning, prepare students for AWS credentials, document weld qualification tests and student progress, and provide individualized coaching and career guidance. The position also involves advising SkillsUSA, arranging industry experiences and apprenticeship connections, collaborating with school colleagues and families, maintaining current certifications, and completing program and safety documentation. The job is listed as 0.4 FTE for the 2026–2027 school year, with an immediate start. The work takes place in a commercial welding shop and includes frequent standing, bending, and kneeling; lifting up to 50 pounds; and exposure to heat, electrical equipment, compressed gases, machinery, fumes, radiation, noise, sparks, and varying temperatures. Proper PPE is required in the shop. Some evening or weekend hours may be required.

Requirements

Valid state teaching license or certification in Manufacturing/Welding Technology, Trade and Industrial Education, or CTE, or eligibility to obtain it within one year of hire.
Professional Educator License (PEL) with appropriate endorsement(s).
AWS Certified Welder (CW) or AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credential, or demonstrated equivalent industry qualification; ability to obtain the credential within 90 days of hire if not currently held.
At least 3 years of professional welding, fabrication, or related skilled trades experience.
Demonstrated proficiency in at least three of these processes: SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, FCAW, and OFC.
Knowledge of OSHA shop safety standards, PPE requirements, and hazardous materials regulations.
Ability to read and interpret welding blueprints, symbols, and fabrication drawings.

Nice To Haves

AWS Certified Welding Educator (CWE) or AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) designation.
Experience implementing the AWS SENSE program and conducting student certification testing.
Proficiency with plasma cutting, CNC plasma tables, or robotic welding systems.
Experience with pipe welding in multiple positions (1G–6G) and structural steel welding to AWS D1.1.
Prior secondary or post-secondary teaching, training, or apprenticeship instruction experience.
Experience advising SkillsUSA or coaching or competing in welding competitions.
Bachelor's degree in Welding Engineering Technology, Vocational/Technical Education, or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned welding instruction covering SMAW, GMAW/MIG, GTAW/TIG, FCAW, and oxyfuel cutting.
Teach blueprint reading, weld symbols, joint design, metal fabrication and layout, metallurgy, heat transfer, weld quality inspection, and metal properties.
Develop project-based learning experiences that reflect real-world fabrication and manufacturing scenarios.
Align curriculum with AWS SENSE program standards and applicable state CTE frameworks, integrating mathematics, science, and technical literacy.
Differentiate instruction to address students with varying skill levels.
Establish and enforce shop safety standards consistent with OSHA requirements, and ensure students use required PPE.
Manage and maintain welding equipment, tools, consumables, compressed gases, and hazardous materials; conduct inspections and coordinate maintenance and repairs.
Maintain a clean, organized, and ventilated shop, manage inventory, and submit timely supply and equipment budget requests.
Assess student learning through written examinations, practical tests, and portfolio evaluations.
Prepare students for AWS SENSE Entry Level or AWS Certified Welder credentials and administer and document weld qualification tests.
Maintain accurate student records, including grades, attendance, competencies, and certifications; provide coaching, feedback, and academic interventions.
Guide students in career planning and post-secondary options in welding and metal fabrication.
Advise the SkillsUSA chapter and coach students for welding competitions.
Build relationships with fabrication shops, manufacturers, construction contractors, and pipeline employers.
Coordinate internships, job shadows, plant tours, co-op placements, and apprenticeship opportunities with industry partners and trade unions.
Participate in the program's industry advisory committee.
Collaborate with counselors, administrators, and CTE colleagues on student achievement and program development.
Pursue professional development, maintain current welding certifications, and stay informed about emerging welding and fabrication technologies.
Communicate with parents and guardians about student progress, certifications, and career opportunities.
Complete lesson plan documentation, equipment logs, budget requests, safety inspection records, and program reports.