Job Title: Trade and Industrial Education – Construction, Masonary, Plumbing, or HVAC Teacher
Job Summary: The Trade and Industrial Education Teacher will provide hands-on instruction in Carpentry, Plumbing, Masonry or HVAC to prepare students for careers in the construction industry. The teacher will develop students' skills in construction techniques, safety practices, and industry standards while integrating real-world applications and career readiness.
Qualifications: License Requirement:
- Must hold or be eligible for a North Carolina Trade and Industrial Education – Construction (License #74026) teaching license. Education
(Minimum Requirement):
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related field with at least 2 years of industry experience; OR
- Associate Degree in a related field with at least 4 years of industry experience; OR
- High School Diploma or GED with at least 6 years of industry experience.
Preferred Related Degrees:
- Carpentry
- Construction Management
- Building Construction
- HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning)
- Plumbing
Masonary
Required Industry Experience:
- Experience in construction-related trades, such as carpentry, masonry, construction management, HVAC, or plumbing.
- Prior teaching or training experience is preferred but not required. Required Credentials
Prior to Teaching:
- OSHA 10-Hour Safety – Construction Certification (10 hour online course) Additional Credential Requirements for Continuing Employment:
- NCCER Instructor Certified Training Program (ICTP) for Craft Professionals
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach students fundamental and advanced skills in carpentry, plumbing, masonry or HVAC.
- Provides learning experiences and teaches the course of study prescribed by the District and State approved curriculum.
- Implement engaging lesson plans aligned with North Carolina state curriculum and industry standards.
- Provide hands-on training in safety procedures, tool usage, and job site management.
- Prepare students for industry-recognized certifications and entry-level career opportunities.
- Maintain a safe and organized learning environment, including classroom and workshop settings.
- Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback to improve skill development.
- Stay current with industry trends and professional development opportunities.
- Ability to manage instructional time.
- Develops and uses instructional materials suitable for verbal and/or visual instruction of students with a wide range of mental, physical, and emotional maturity.
- Ability to consult with parents, teachers, and the community to enhance the learning of students.
- Ability to interact within the educational environment.
- Ability to perform non-instructional duties as assigned.
- Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Requires ability to climb and maneuver on ladders, scaffolding, and/or in tight spaces. Physical demand requirements are for heavy work.
Preferred Skills and Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of construction industry practices and safety regulations.
- Ability to differentiate instruction and engage diverse learners.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in using technology and instructional tools relevant to trade education.
Work Environment:
- Combination of classroom instruction and hands-on lab/workshop settings.
- Possible outdoor work for construction-related projects.
Employment Type: • Full-time, 10-month position.
DISCLAIMER The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees of this job.
