Anticipated Masonry LTS ~ Immediate Opening 26-27 School Year

• Position Type:
  High School Teaching/Industrial-Technology Education
  
• Date Posted:
  10/2/2026
  
• Location:
  Abington Heights High School

Anticipated Masonry LTS ~ High School ~ Immediate Opening

Salary: Step 1/BS/$63,992 (Prorated)

Benefits
Health Insurance: The District's coverage is through Highmark (Medical & Sav-Rx) & PSEA (United Concordia Dental and NVA Vision).
Medical Premiums: Your monthly employee contribution will be $80 per month ($40 per pay), dental and vision insurance are provided at no cost to you.
Life Insurance: The district provides a life insurance policy at no cost to you, with a benefit of $50,000.
Time Off: You will accrue 0.5 personal day and 3.5 sick days (prorated), in accordance with the district's policies.

Degree Qualifications: Brick Masonry (Grades 7-12)

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma, along with formal training in Masonry.
• Must have a minimum of four years of full-time, wage-earning experience in Masonry.
• Must possess or be willing to attain a PA teaching certification (Mason/Masonry CIP 46.0101).

Performance Responsibilities:

The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following fundamental duties:

• Establish standards for classroom behavior and safety that support the school's discipline and safety programs (OSHA).
• Identify curriculum content by specifying competencies that align with the National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI).
• Plan lessons for each competency that are defined by clear performance standards, competency procedures, and learning steps.
• Communicate, promote, and support the instructional practices and learning of all students across all levels
• Maintain technological and instruction skills through continuous professional development.
• Participate meaningfully in a professional community and the Technology Education Department
• Communicate with administration, parents, and support staff personnel as necessary concerning student progress.
• Create a classroom environment and model behavior that promotes professionalism, courtesy, positive attitude, support, and empathy.
• Upon successful completion of the AHSD Masonry program, students will be prepared and capable to enter the competitive workforce and earn wages commensurate with or be invited to join union organizations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience shall include:
  • Laying out jobs
  • Blueprint reading
  • Estimating materials and cost
  • Laying of brick and concrete block
  • Mixing and spreading of mortar and other bonding materials
  • Also, experience in scaffolding, masonry reinforcements, chimneys as well as fireplaces and arches, and masonry thin veneers.
• Knowledge in Masonry Construction, understanding materials, tools and applications
• Strong leadership skills
• Computer experience is necessary
• Participate in required Teacher Induction Program
• Enrollment in a Teacher Certification Program
• Having a commitment to making a difference in the community