Advanced Manufacturing IT & Operational Technology Instructor
Location: Advanced Manufacturing Center
General Description:
We are seeking a forward-thinking Advanced Manufacturing IT & Operational Technology Instructor to join the team at our Advanced Manufacturing Center where students prepare for integrated IT roles embedded within modern manufacturing environments. This instructor will work with high school students in Grades 10 - 12.
This role is designed for a candidate who understands that the future of manufacturing is digitally driven, data-rich, and systems-integrated-and who can help students build the technical fluency, problem-solving habits, and adaptive mindset required for the next generation of industrial work.
Throughout the program, students will participate in a career-technical student organization such as SkillsUSA.
Qualifications:
Must meet ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:
• Willingness & ability to complete Ohios alternative teacher licensure process AND • High school diploma AND at least 5 years of relevant work experience • Bachelors degree in a related area AND at least 2 years of relevant work experience • Holds a bachelors degree AND holds a valid Ohio Resident Educator Professional Permanent or Five-Year Career-Technical teaching license in any field AND passes or has passed the OAE content-knowledge test for Business Education 008 AND willing to undergo a transcript review by Ohio State Board of Education to ensure appropriate grade level pedagogy course has been completed • Current Ohio State Board of Education licensure in one of the following: • Business Information Systems 140200 • Electronics 171503 • Integrated Business 140550 • Technology Education 160610
Experience and Skills:
Experience exposure or a strong learning orientation in one or more of the following:
• Industrial IT & Connected Manufacturing Systems • IT infrastructure supporting manufacturing environments, including networked production systems, shop-floor data integration, and familiarity with MES ERP or related operational systems • Industrial Internet of Things IIoT & Systems Integration • Sensors, device connectivity, edge computing concepts, and the integration of hardware, software, and data streams across physical and digital systems • Automation & Operational Technology OTPLCs, robotics, automated systems, human-machine interfaces, HMI, and understanding how IT infrastructure enables and supports industrial automation • Industrial Cybersecurity, Data & Emerging Technologies • Securing operational technology environments • Risk awareness in connected systems • Data literacy and visualization • AI-assisted or predictive systems • Awareness of emerging technologies such as quantum computing as they relate to future industrial problem-solving
Working with Students, Teachers, and Administrators:
Willingness and ability to work with students, teachers, and administrators as a team member
Computer Expertise and Skills:
Effective and demonstrated problem-solving, critical thinking, analytical, oral, and written communication, and organizational skills
Requirements:
• State-issued identification card with photograph • History of strong work record, including good job attendance • Documented evidence of acceptable criminal record as required by Ohio law and Board Policy
Starting Date: August 2026
Salary: Based upon experience and education ($52,819 - $110,180)
Benefits: Includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, tuition reimbursement
Work Year: 185 days - 7.5 hours/day
Deadline: Internal February 23, 2025 - External Until Filled
Apply to: Butler Tech Careers