Instructional Technician

Are you passionate about mentoring the next generation of skilled professionals? Oakland Schools is seeking energetic, team-oriented individuals to bring real-world skills to life as Instructional Technicians. If you are considering becoming an instructor or want to jumpstart a career in education, these roles offer a fantastic, hands-on way to get into the classroom. They are also the perfect opportunity for experienced individuals looking to get back into the classroom environment without the primary responsibilities of being the lead instructor. In these roles, you will work collaboratively with program instructors to provide technical and academic instruction, support classroom and shop safety, and drive student success.

We currently have three distinct instructional pathways available:

1. Medium/Heavy Truck and Equipment Instructional Technician

• Location: Oakland Schools Technical Campus - Southwest (Wixom, MI)
• In This Role: Fuel the future of the transportation industry by supporting student instruction in diagnostics, repair, safety protocols, and heavy equipment operation.

2. Collision Repair and Refinishing Instructional Technician

• Location: Oakland Schools Technical Campus - Southeast (Royal Oak, MI)
• In This Role: Support a busy, project-based shop environment using your background in collision repair and refinishing trades to guide high school students safely and effectively.

3. Welding Instructional Technician

• Location: Oakland Schools Technical Campus - Southwest (Wixom, MI)
• In This Role: Support a busy, project-based shop environment using your background in welding trades to guide high school students safely and effectively.

What You Need:

• High School Diploma or GED required (Associate's degree preferred for the Truck and Equipment pathway).
• Two or more years of recent and relevant industry work experience is preferred.
• Comfort interacting with high school students and a commitment to maintaining a safe, organized, and orderly learning environment.
• Ability to properly utilize program-specific tools as well as standard office technology.

Why Work for Oakland Schools?

These positions offer a 10-month work year schedule with an excellent work-life balance and a comprehensive benefits package:

• Retirement Planning: Opportunity to enroll in a public pension plan to support your long-term financial stability.
• Loan Forgiveness: Oakland Schools qualifies as an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Health Coverage: High-quality, low-cost health insurance plans, alongside employer-paid dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, and well-being benefits.
• Generous Time Off: Experience built-in vacation periods, including time off for winter and spring breaks, plus flexible leave time.

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, please use the Oakland Human Resource Consortium (OHRC) website. You will need to make an account on the OHRC website to apply. Oakland Schools is a member of the OHRC. Once you create your account, you will be able to apply for positions within our district as well as positions available through other member districts. All applications must be completed on the OHRC website. Please do not email or fax application materials to Oakland Schools.

In accordance with state and federal law, Oakland Schools does not discriminate, nor permit discrimination, on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), disability, age, height, weight, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, in its educational programs and activities, employment, or enrollment. The District also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other legally designated youth groups. For questions or complaints regarding unlawful discrimination or harassment, employees should contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Personnel Management, and Labor Relations at 248.209.2466 or Complaints@oakland.k12.mi.us. Students and others should contact the Civil Rights/Title IX Coordinator at 248.209.2467 or CivilRights.TitleIX@oakland.k12.mi.us.

This job posting is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified. Incumbents may be asked to perform additional duties as required by his/her supervisor.