School Year 26/27 Part-time Metal Fabrication & Joining Technologies Instructor - After Dark Program

Position: Part-time Metal Fabrication & Joining Technologies Instructor (SY26-27)

• After Dark Program at Lynn Vocational Technical Institute

About Lynn Public Schools

Lynn is a vibrant, seaside urban community located just north of Boston. The city is known for its contemporary public art, historic architecture, thriving downtown cultural district, and abundant public parks, including the scenic Lynn Shore Reservation and the expansive Lynn Woods Reservation. Reflecting the city's international character, Lynn Public Schools is a linguistically and culturally rich community, with 60% of our students speaking two or more languages. Lynn Public Schools proudly serves approximately 17,000 students across 29 school sites within a diverse and dynamic educational landscape. Our district includes:

• 1 Early Childhood Center
• 17 Elementary Schools
• 1 Public Separate Day School
• 3 Middle Schools
• 2 Comprehensive High Schools
• 1 Vocational High School
• 1 Early College High School
• 1 STEAM Academy (Grades 6-12)
• 1 Alternative Education Academy (Grades 9-12)
• 1 TOGETHER Educating and Advancing Multi-Disabled Students Academy (PreK-12)

The Lynn Public School''s Vision and Core Values

Drawing upon the strength of our community, our families, our students, and our partners, we commit to fulfilling the intellectual, physical, and social-emotional potential of all our students. We work together so our students learn to thrive, advance, and impact the greater community and the world.

LPS is committed to our Core Values: Inclusiveness, Shared Responsibility, Collaborative Relationships, High Expectations, Inspiring and Life-Long Learning. Lynn Public Schools is dedicated to the goal of strengthening an environment and school culture that honors and celebrates diversity and responds effectively to the social-emotional experiences of every student and family.

After Dark Program at LVTI

An "After Dark" designation allows school districts offering Chapter 74 vocational technical education programs to partner with other school districts, or other schools within a single school district, to provide Chapter 74 vocational technical education opportunities that would not otherwise exist.

• Partnership between traditional high schools and schools with established Chapter 74 programs and facilities
• Altered schedule for participating students
• Core academics at comprehensive high school
• 900+ total hours of Chapter 74 instruction at technical school
• Alignment with regional economic and workforce development priorities or other evidenced labor market demand

POSITION SUMMARY

Lynn Vocational Technical Institute is seeking a part-time Metal Fabrication and Joining Technologies instructor to work with upper classmen enrolled in the After Dark program, Monday-Thursday from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm for the 2026-2027 school year.

QUALIFICATIONS

• MA DESE-certified as a Chapter 74 instructor
• MA Vocational licensure in Metal Fabrication & Joining Technologies
• Five years of full-time employment experience directly related to Metal Fabrication & Joining Technologies

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver instruction in accordance with the approved Ch. 74 curriculum; ensure lessons are prepared with clear objectives and are effectively communicated to support optimal learning outcomes.
• Assist students in learning career-area subject matter that adheres to educational frameworks and skills that aid in their development as capable and responsible individuals; motivate students to maintain standards of conduct and work ethic.
• Ensure that direct teacher instructional support is provided to all students, including those in general education, special education, 504, and EL programs.
• Foster a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and encourages positivity
• Maintain and record student attendance and grades; submit data to the program director and/or guidance counselors to update Power School (SIS).
• Participate in professional development opportunities and remain current with the latest developments in the field.
• Undertake any other relevant teaching duties as assigned.

An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical, including a drug test, National fingerprint-based Criminal Background Check (NCBC), and Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI).

All MUST be completed PRIOR to the start of employment.

Non-Discrimination Policy

It is the policy of the Lynn Public Schools not to unlawfully discriminate on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, race, color, national origin, creed/religion, ethnicity, ancestry, age, genetic information, active military/veteran status, mental or physical disability, special need, proficiency in the English language or academic achievement or any other consideration made unlawful by any federal, state or local laws or regulations, including Title VI and VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the 1972 Amendments to the Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, The Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and M.G.L. Ch. 76:5, M.G.L., Ch.151, if and as applicable. Race, when referenced in any policy of the Lynn Public Schools, whether or not specified, shall include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture, hair type, hair length and protective hairstyles.