Makerspace Teacher

Eagle Hill School, an independent boarding school in Hardwick, Massachusetts, seeks a makerspace teacher for the  school year. The successful candidate will hold a degree in fine arts, engineering, technology, or STEAM education and will be responsible for teaching classes in metalwork, resin, and three-dimensional design. The role requires a maker mindset and experience mentoring youth, with flexibility to participate in the school's academic, athletic, and co‑curricular activities.

• Use a variety of instructional strategies to motivate and inspire students in the creative arts.
• Ensure students have proper safety training for each area of the makerspace.
• Communicate regularly with students, parents, and colleagues about student progress.
• Engage in the boarding school community and co‑curricular programs, providing inspirational and innovative education in the classroom setting.

• Training in safety protocols for metalworking, the laser cutter, and woodworking, as well as familiarity with the appropriate PPE for each area.
• Proficiency with hand tools, forge, lasers.
• Ability to keep an organized and safe classroom workspace.
• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in fine arts, engineering, STEAM education, or technology.
• Support students and give constructive feedback to help foster their creativity.
• Lead and demonstrate interactive learning experiences that promote student participation and enthusiasm.
• Experience with 3D printing, laser cutting, CNC woodworking, metal working (MIG welding, propane forge, basic blacksmithing), silversmithing, sand casting, plasma cutting, and basic knowledge of carpentry, epoxy resin, Adobe Photoshop, and electrical soldering.
• At least one year of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

• Faculty housing.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Long‑term disability.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off.
• Salary Range: $45,121 to $64,230.

Eagle Hill School is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. The school also prohibits retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination or harassment or who participate in an equal‑opportunity investigation.

The above information is intended to provide an overview of the position and its requirements. This is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete list of job duties, responsibilities or expectations, and actual duties will fluctuate to meet the needs of the school.