Welding Instructor (Anticipated Vacancy) - Live Oaks 2026-2027 SY

ANTICIPATED VACANCY

Requirements:

• Appropriate licensure/certification through the Ohio Department of Education (ODE) or ability to obtain proper licensure.
• Applicants must meet one of the following requirements to be considered for this position:

Current ODE licensure in the following teaching field:
172306 Welding and Cutting
OR
High School Diploma, 5 years of recent verifiable work experience in the field of welding AND the completion of Ohio's alternative teacher licensure process, including university coursework.

• Current or past AWS Weld Certification.
• Current CWI and CWE Certification or ability to obtain.
• Desire and ability to work with high school students.
• Willingness and ability to work with students, teachers and administrators as a team member.
• Technology skills appropriate for the position.

Description:
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Follows prescribed curriculum using approved textbooks, workbooks and instructional materials.
• Designs meaningful and sequential instruction and relevant learning activities to meet instructional goals.
• Demonstrates knowledge of content, pedagogy and knowledge of students' competencies and interests.
• Prepares and uses daily lesson plans and submits to administration in prescribed manner.
• Uses support services and resources to enhance the teaching and learning process.
• Plans the management of allocated budget for daily operations.
• Creates an environment for success and fosters a love of learning while creating an environment where creativity and risk taking are valued and encouraged.
• Maintains positive classroom management by setting and communicating high, consistent expectations for learning and achievement.
• Organizes classroom and/or laboratory in a manner that is conducive to learning.
• Assists students in obtaining knowledge and developing personal skills, which will prepare them to be successful in the world of work and in life.
• Makes regular visits to business and industry.
• Implements and maintains district practices relevant to student mentorship.
• Promotes and supports student participation in youth organizations, leadership and competitive activities.
• Follows District Advisory Committee procedures as applicable.
• Seeks employment opportunities for students in accordance with their abilities and goals.
• Follows district placement procedures (i.e., job training plans, follow-up visitation reports, locator cards, business/industry visits).
• Works effectively with employers and educators from community schools to establish quality career pathways for students.
• Provides maintenance and security of the facility and equipment.
• Promotes and maintains a safe environment as defined by district policies and procedures.
• Assures appropriate supervision of students at all times.
• Adapts learning activities to meet the competency level of each student.
• Incorporates current practices from business, industry and education.
• Communicates expectations to students and parents.
• Involves appropriate representatives from business and industry to support instruction.
• Utilizes technology to enhance the teaching and learning process.
• Participates in professional growth activities.
• Maintains up to date knowledge of technology utilized by the district.
• Acts in a professional manner at all times and as an effective role model for students.
• Must satisfy all job related attendance requirements.
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.

Availability of Position: August, 2026

Salary Range: Minimum $48,378.60

Placement on the salary schedule is commensurate with educational preparation and work experience in the field 185-day instructional contract.

Application Procedure: Apply online at www.greatoaks.com

Application Deadline: April 30, 2026 or until position is filled.

Equal Opportunity: All Great Oaks Institute of Technology and Career Development educational activities, employment practices, programs and services are offered without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, or disability.