Building Trades Teacher

Position Type:
High School Teaching/Building Trades

Date Posted:
5/1/2026

Location:
Chesterton High School

Date Available:
2026-27 Sc Yr

Closing Date:
when filled
Starting salary for new teachers 2026-27: $59,000 annually

An additional part of Duneland's application process will be for every new applicant to complete a candidate assessment. This will give Duneland the data to understand each candidate's strengths and likelihood to impact student success, so we can make the best choice for our district's needs. Please allow yourself approximately 1 hour to complete. Must complete at one sitting. The assessment will need to be completed in order for you to submit your application.

If you have already completed the assessment within a year you may not be prompted to take it.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Provide instruction in all aspects of the construction pathway. Assist students in enhancing their skills in the areas necessary to seek employment in the construction industry. Integrate the instruction of basic skills into the career and technical curriculum, as well as teach employability skills such as working with others, good attendance, and a positive work ethic. Prepare students for entry-level employment in the construction industry or for post-secondary study.

Assist students to be successful in vocational education by monitoring their technical, basic skills, and placement records. Assist students in developing their career education plans, and instruct students in resume writing and interview skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess a valid Indiana Workplace Specialist license or be eligible for a Workplace Specialist license based upon 3-5 years of work experience in the construction industry
• Experience with the construction industry, including but not limited to:
  • Basic Components of Construction
  • Real-world experience with rough framing, finish carpentry
  • Basic concepts of electrical work, plumbing, mechanical systems, and masonry
  • Basic concepts of construction layout, site preparation, and building envelope
• Possess a CDL license or have the ability to attain one.
• Enthusiasm for Career and Technical Education
• Ability to supervise the "lab environment."
• Outstanding communication skills
• Experience assisting students to make viable, realistic career decisions.
• Professional organizational skills
• Have verifiable work experience outside of education
• Proof of competency, such as a current or previous contractor's license or industry-recognized certifications
• Have the ability to improve and enhance the construction program based on industry standards
• Ability to develop partnerships with area employers and trades unions
• Have a good driving record
• Have a clean criminal history background
• Experience in vocational education or technical training preferred
• Extensive knowledge about careers in the construction industry
• Be computer literate
• Willing to participate in continuing professional development
• Ability to work with all stakeholders and business partners in the development of the program

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Organize and take responsibility for an active and effective program advisory committee

Develop and implement a curriculum within the guidelines of the State Department of Education and Porter County Career and Technical Education System

Establish relationships with area employers in the civil construction industry

Maintain current license status and perform the necessary continuing education required to maintain and upgrade licensure

Represent the Career and Technical Education program and the hosting high school with a high degree of professionalism

Develop/maintain dual credit agreements with post-secondary institutions

Direct the instruction of assigned students

Deliver and maintain certification records for students

Perform all regular and customary duties of a classroom teacher, maintain student discipline, perform required record keeping, inventory equipment and supplies, and perform student attendance keeping responsibilities

Establish communication with students' parents and the sending school administration when necessary

Assist in the performance of all standard and related tasks of the corporation's teachers

Assist in the maintenance of all necessary paperwork and records for the class

Maintain communication with teaching colleagues and the PCES Career and Technical Education Department

Responsible for carrying out all other duties assigned by the Administration

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Demonstrate interpersonal skills necessary to deal tactfully and effectively with persons at all levels in order to develop and maintain productive relationships with all publics

Ability to learn new skills quickly and assimilate into daily work

Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality both inside and outside the corporation

Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Ability to multitask with attention to detail

Ability to be flexible and adapt to changes in the normal day and expectations

Proficiency…