Welding Teacher

General Description:

The Welding Teacher will be responsible for teaching high school students the skills and theory in the welding and metal fabrication curriculum

Required Qualifications:

The individual to be hired to the position of Welding Teacher must meet the following conditions and qualifications:

• PA CTE Teaching Certification in Welding strongly preferred. 

• Noncertified candidates must have at least four years of full time (or equivalent) work experience within the field after their high school graduation date. Candidates not possessing PA teaching certification must be willing to complete required college coursework and testing requirements to obtain full certification.

• Evidence of completion of a formal welding training program strongly preferred.

• Knowledge of welding and metal fabrication supplies, equipment, and safety guidelines.

• Ability to communicate with a diverse group of students, parents, coworkers, and the community in a manner which demonstrates dignity and respect.

The School reserves the right to excuse any applicant from meeting one or more of the listed qualification requirements, provided the applicant possesses other qualifications in addition to the minimum set forth herein, and that the School deems those qualifications to be an adequate and acceptable substitute for the particular qualification(s) not possessed by the applicant.

Key Responsibilities:

The Welding Teacher must have the ability to perform the following essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations:

• Instruct students in grades 9—12 in various aspects of welding and metal fabrication including but not limited to gas, arc, shielded and non-shielded metal arc, MIG and TIG, brazing, flame cutting and plastic welding. Hand, semi-automatic, and automatic welding processes components are included. Teach safety practices and types and uses of electrodes and welding rods; properties of metals; blueprint reading; electrical principles; welding symbols and mechanical drawing; use of equipment for testing welds by ultrasonic methods and destruction and hardness testing; use of manuals and specification charts; use of portable grinders and chemical baths for surface cleaning; positioning and clamping; and welding standards established by the American Welding Society, American Society of Mechanical Engineers and American Bureau of Ships.

• Create and implement lesson plans conforming to school requirements for content and/or format.

• Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit grade reports as required.

• Create a positive environment conducive toward learning.

• Work cooperatively with other staff members and promote a cohesive team-based approach to the program and curriculum.

• Contact parents or guardians when necessary.

• Develop connections with local businesses and outside organizations to promote internships, sponsorships, and/or job placement.

• Attend school functions as required.

• Perform other duties as requested or assigned by the Principal or other appropriate administrator

Physical/Environmental Demands:

• School and shop environment.

• Potential exposure to extreme temperatures, fumes, chemicals, smoke, loud noises, and unpleasant odors.

• Moderate physical activity including standing and/or walking for most of the work day

• Lifting up to 50 pounds.

• Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, and grasping.

• High level of manual dexterity.

• Ability to speak clearly and distinctly.