Welding Instructor (Metal Fabrication and Joining )

GREATER NEW BEDFORD REGIONAL VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL 2026-2027 School Year

10 Month Position - School year (185 days)

Please note that multiple positions may be hired from this posting, if necessary.

TITLE: Welding/Metal Fabrication Instructor

REPORTS TO: Department Administrator

WORK YEAR: 185 Days

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meets and instructs assigned students in designated locations and times.
• Develops and maintains an environment conducive to effective learning.
• Prepare for assigned classes and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of superior.
• Assists students to set and maintain standards of appropriate behavior.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media to meet the needs of the students.
• Implements the district's philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Evaluates student progress on a continuing basis.
• Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Enforces school rules, administrative regulations, and board policy.
• Is available to meet with students and parents for education related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so.
• Participates in faculty meetings.
• Cooperates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
• Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Maintains open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning their educational and behavioral progress.
• Participates in staff and faculty meetings.
• Participates in the evaluation process.
• Performs other duties as needed.

REQUIREMENTS: Welding or Metal Fab and Joining License - Chap. 74 Approval preferred or eligible for 1 year waiver issued by DESE with 5 years of experience.

Metal Fabrication & Joining Technologies - Preliminary Vocational Technical Teacher License Requirement:

High school diploma or the equivalent

Five years of recent (within the last seven years), full-time employment experience directly related to metal fabrication & joining technologies

Passing score of at least 70% on each test (written test and performance test) in metal fabrication & joining technologies

One of the following:

• achieve a passing score on the Vocational Technical Literacy Skills Test (VTLST)
• achieve a passing score on the Communication and Literacy Skills Test

Mission and Values The mission of the Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical School District is to provide education that is rigorous, relevant, and meaningful to each student in a safe and supportive environment, resulting in academic, career and technical excellence. This experience encourages lifelong learning, fosters mutual respect, and instills social responsibility, respect for diversity, and responsible citizenship. Our core values are passion, preparation and perseverance. For information on working for the Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical School District please visit our website at gnbvt.edu Equal Opportunity Employer The Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical School District is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, gender identify or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. Non-Discrimination Policy The Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, homelessness, immigration or veteran status in its education programs and activities, including admission to or employment in such programs or activities.