HS - Applied Arts Teacher (Engineering, Engineering Graphics, Wood Technology, Metals)

Department:

General Education- Applied Arts (Anticipated Opening: Fall 2026)

Job Title:

Applied Arts Teacher 

FLSA Status:

(Exempt/Non-exempt)

Exempt

Reports to:

Building Principal

GENERAL DESCRIPTION (1-3 LINES DESCRIBING ROLE):

We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated individual to join ARHS as a full-time teacher in the Applied Arts and Technology department. As part of our team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing curriculum for a variety of hands-on classes. Depending on scheduling, classes taught might include Hands-on Engineering, Engineering Graphics, Wood Technology, Engineering with Metals or Construction Technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Bachelors degree in Engineering or field related to technology, construction, etc.
• DESE Teaching license: Technology/Engineering
• Ability to handle multitude of varying and complex issues
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to use technology effectively

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES (NOT LIMITED TO):

• Develop and update the curriculum for classes that may include Hands-on Engineering, Engineering Graphics, Wood Technology, Engineering with Metals or Construction Technology
• Comfortable working in a wood technology lab and other classroom environments
• Be able to keep work environment clean and safe for students
• Be able to manage multiple projects at the same time
• Communicate effectively and in a timely fashion with parents and students.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
• Employ instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives
• Assess the accomplishment of students on a regular basis providing appropriate feedback
• Perform any other related task or duty at the direction of the building Principal or designee.
• Establishes and maintains standards of behavior in the classroom and throughout the school to achieve a positive and functional learning atmosphere for students. 
• Evaluates students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, prepares student progress reports, and provides accurate and constructive feedback to students and parents. (as necessary). 
• Uses data to improve the learning and instruction process. 
• Cooperates with other professional staff members to identify student needs and develop assessments to solve health, attitude and learning problems. 
• Creates an effective learning environment.
• Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned work day. 
• Participates in faculty committees, meetings and other faculty sponsored programs supporting the educational program. 
• Maintains professional competence through District sponsored in-service programs and approved professional development activities. 
• Demonstrates regular and timely attendance. 
• Is able to speak and write in a clear, concise manner. 
• Consistent and on-time attendance is required for supervision and instruction of the students
• Other duties as needed

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work Environment:  

Work is generally performed in a school environment during the school day, however there may be occasions for after school meetings. 

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the teacher is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear.  The teacher is regularly required to bend, stoop, crouch and/or kneel.  The teacher is occasionally required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds.  Must have sufficient mobility to navigate within a large school building.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.