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CTE Teacher- Welding Technology Teacher

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Duties

Curriculum & Instruction:

• Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned lessons covering core welding processes

including Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW/MIG),

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW/TIG), Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW), and Oxyfuel

Cutting (OFC).

• Instruct students in blueprint reading, weld symbols, joint design, and basic metal

fabrication and layout.

• Teach foundational theory including metallurgy, heat transfer, weld quality inspection,

and properties of ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

• Develop project-based learning experiences that mirror real-world fabrication and

manufacturing scenarios.

• Align curriculum with AWS (American Welding Society) SENSE program standards and

applicable state CTE frameworks.

• Integrate academic content including mathematics (measurement, geometry,

trigonometry), science (chemistry of metals, physics of heat), and technical literacy

• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of students at varying skill levels.

Shop Management & Safety

• Establish, model, and consistently enforce rigorous shop safety standards in compliance

with OSHA 1910 General Industry and 1926 Construction standards.

• Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including welding helmets,

gloves, respirators, and flame-resistant clothing by all students at all times.

• Manage and maintain welding equipment including power sources, wire feeders,

torches, grinders, plasma cutters, and hand tools.

• Oversee proper storage, handling, and disposal of compressed gases, welding

consumables, and hazardous materials per EPA and district regulations.

• Conduct regular equipment inspections and coordinate preventive maintenance and

repair as needed.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and ventilated shop environment consistent with industry

Standards.

• Manage parts and consumables inventory and submit budget requests for supplies and

equipment in a timely manner.

Student Assessment & Credentialing

• Assess student learning through written examinations, practical performance tests, and

portfolio-based evaluations.

• Prepare students to earn AWS SENSE Entry Level or AWS Certified Welder credentials.
• Administer and document student weld qualification tests in accordance with AWS D1.1

Structural Steel or applicable codes.

• Maintain accurate records of student grades, attendance, competency attainment, and

industry certifications earned.

• Provide individualized coaching, feedback, and academic interventions to support

student progress toward certification.

• Guide students in developing career plans and exploring post-secondary options in

welding and metal fabrication.

Career & Industry Engagement

• Advise the school''s SkillsUSA chapter and coach students for participation in welding

competitions at regional, state, and national levels.

• Build and sustain relationships with local fabrication shops, manufacturing companies,

construction contractors, and pipeline employers.

• Coordinate student internships, job shadows, plant tours, and co-op placements with

industry partners.

• Connect students with apprenticeship opportunities through the Iron Workers,

Boilermakers, Pipefitters, or other applicable trade unions.

• Actively participate in the program''s industry advisory committee to keep curriculum

current and responsive to workforce needs.

Professional Responsibilities

• Collaborate with counselors, administrators, and CTE colleagues to support student

achievement and program development.

• Pursue ongoing professional development through AWS events, industry externships,

CTE conferences, and welding technology training.

• Maintain current welding certifications and stay current on emerging technologies

including robotic welding, laser cutting, and advanced fabrication methods.

• Communicate proactively with parents and guardians regarding student progress,

certifications, and career opportunities.

• Complete required administrative duties including lesson plan documentation, equipment

logs, budget requests, safety inspection records, and program reports.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid state teaching license/certification in Welding Technology, Trade & Industrial

Education, or CTE (or eligibility to obtain within one year of hire).

• AWS Certified Welder (CW) or AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credential, or

demonstrated equivalent industry qualification; ability to obtain within 90 days of hire if

not currently held.

• Minimum of 3 years of professional welding, fabrication, or related skilled trades

Experience.

• Demonstrated proficiency in at least three of the following processes: SMAW, GMAW,

GTAW, FCAW, and OFC.

• Knowledge of OSHA shop safety standards, PPE requirements, and hazardous

materials regulations.

• Ability to read and interpret welding blueprints, symbols, and fabrication drawings.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• AWS Certified Welding Educator (CWE) or AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Designation.

• Experience with AWS SENSE program implementation and student certification testing.
• Proficiency with plasma cutting, CNC plasma tables, or robotic welding systems.
• Experience with pipe welding in multiple positions (1G-6G) and structural steel welding

to AWS D1.1.

• Prior secondary or post-secondary teaching, training, or apprenticeship instruction

Experience.

• Experience advising SkillsUSA or participating in welding competitions as a coach or

Competitor.

• Bachelor''s degree in Welding Engineering Technology, Vocational/Technical Education,

or a closely related field.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires frequent standing, bending, kneeling, and working in a commercial

welding shop environment. The teacher must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work in close

proximity to high-heat processes, electrical equipment, compressed gases, and metal

fabrication machinery. Exposure to fumes, UV/IR radiation, noise, sparks, and varying

temperatures is an inherent part of the work environment; proper PPE is required at all times in

the shop. Some evening or weekend hours may be required for competitions, community

events, advisory meetings, or professional development activities.

Salary/Benefits

Salary: Per the negotiated agreement

BENEFITS : TRS, health insurance and leave time (sick and personal)

Additional Notes

POSITION SUMMARY:

The High School Welding Technology Teacher is responsible for designing and delivering a

comprehensive, standards-aligned welding curriculum that prepares students for careers in

manufacturing, construction, fabrication, and related skilled trades. This position blends

technical theory with extensive hands-on shop experience, developing student proficiency

across multiple welding processes, blueprint reading, metallurgy, and fabrication techniques.

The teacher maintains a safe and professional shop environment, pursues active industry

partnerships, and supports students in earning nationally recognized welding certifications that

give them a competitive edge in the workforce.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply online at hfhighschool.org

Email Address

anathayee.heyward@hf233.org

School District

Homewood Flossmoor High School

Position Website

https://www.hfhighschool.org/

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Job Posting Date

6/15/2026

Application Deadline

7/31/2026

Start Date

8/17/2026

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District Name Homewood Flossmoor CHSD #233 Building Name Address 999 Kedzie Avenue

Flossmoor, IL 60422 Phone (708) 335-5596 Fax (708)799-8552 IASA Region Cook South County Cook (South) County Employment Type Full-time permanent Job Category Other Instructional Grade Level Secondary

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