Greater Lawrence Technical School (MA)

Overview

The After Dark Vocational Teacher for Welding & Metal Fabrication is responsible for teaching students vocational skills in a structured educational framework, aiming to develop their maturity and responsibility. Reporting to the Director of Grants and Workforce Development, the teacher will create a conducive learning environment and ensure compliance with organizational standards.

Responsibilities

• Teaches district approved curriculum and prepares lesson plans.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes at designated times and locations.
• Plans a program of study that meets individual student needs.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Encourages students to maintain standards of behavior and work ethic.
• Guides learning processes toward curriculum goals and communicates objectives to students.
• Ensures compliance with organizational standards.
• Keeps records and prepares progress reports.
• Stays current in discipline and teaching techniques.
• Participates in professional development.
• Leads collaboration with paraprofessional to ensure accessibility for all students.
• Supervises the classroom and students.

Requirements

• High school diploma required; college degree and prior teaching experience preferred.
• Five years of recent full-time employment experience in vocational teaching area preferred.
• Valid Massachusetts Chapter 74 Teaching License in vocational education or working to obtain it.
• State issued driver's license preferred.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business and technical documents.
• Ability to write reports and prepare lesson plans.
• Ability to present information effectively to various audiences.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts and apply them to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret various instructions.
• Ability to establish effective relationships with students, peers, and parents.
• Skills in oral and written communication.