Position:
CTE Welding Technologies beginning Jan. 4, 2027
Type:
Public
Location:
Rural
Job ID:
135781
County:
Cochise
Posted:
September 23, 2026
Contact Information:
Tombstone High School
1211 N Yellowjacket Way
Tombstone, AZ 85638
District Website
Contact:
Rebecca Robinson
Phone: 520-457-2215
Fax:
District Email
Job Description:
Position: Welding Instructor
Job Information: Full time, 10 month salaried
Compensation: sick leave, holidays, retirement,
workers' comp, life and health insurance.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Ability to obtain and maintain an AZ IVP fingerprint clearance
- Valid Arizona teaching certification with appropriate CTE authorization or the ability to attain certification in accordance with the Arizona Department of Education requirements.
- Experience in welding, fabrication, manufacturing, construction trades, or related industry.
- Knowledge of welding safety practices and industry standards.
- Strong organizational, communication and classroom management skills
- Prior teaching, training or mentoring experience preferred
- Industry recognized welding certifications preferred
- Experience working with secondary students preferred
- Experience advising youth leadership organizations or CTSO's such as SkillsUSA preferred
Job Description
Develop and deliver engaging, industry related relevant instruction aligned with the Arizona CTE standards, maintain a safe laboratory environment and serve as a co-advisor for the SkillsUSA and Technical Education Student Organization
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide classroom and laboratory instruction in welding and related technical coursework.
- Develop lesson plans and curriculum aligned with Arizona CTE standards and district requirements.
- Teach safe operations of welding and fabrication equipment, including proper use of personal protective equipment. (PPE)
- Instruct students in industry-standard welding processes, equipment, tools and techniques
- Assess student learning and maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, certifications and program outcomes.
- Prepare students for industry-recognized certifications and career readiness opportunities.
- Maintain a clean, organized and safe welding shop and classroom environment.
- Inventory, maintain and request instructional materials, tool and equipment as needed.
- Collaborate with school staff, administration, business and industry partners, and community stakeholders.
- Participate in professional development activities and maintain appropriate certifications and credentials.
- Serve a co-advisor for SkillsUSA, supporting student leadership development.
- Assist with recruitment, retention and promotion of the Welding CTE program
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to demonstrate welding procedures and safely operate shop equipment
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift and move materials and equipment commonly used in welding instruction.
- Ability to work in a shop environment with appropriate safety precautions and protective equipment.
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