CTE Trades and Manufacturing Teacher

Job Summary Walsh Academy is seeking a passionate and skilled CTE Trades and Manufacturing Teacher to lead hands on instruction in a designated skilled trade such as Carpentry & Woodworking Silkscreen Culinary Arts or Electrical

HVACWelding The ideal candidate will combine their industry expertise with a trauma informed teaching approach to support diverse learners with special educational and emotional needs This position requires collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to deliver a curriculum that integrates academic social emotional and career technical learning Responsibilities Develop and implement hands on curriculum that aligns with Illinois CTE Model Curriculum Standards and industry recognized certifications Provide differentiated instruction and support for students with specific learning disabilities emotional challenges and other health impairments Supervise students in a classroom and lab setting enforcing safety procedures and a positive learning environment Work collaboratively with the classrooms social worker and paraprofessional to address students social emotional needs and ensure a cohesive learning approach Integrate academic concepts and essential workplace soft skills into technical instruction Support students participation in industry relevant activities competitions and postsecondary initiatives Collaborate with administration to organize and supervise work based learning apprenticeships and internship opportunities for students Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and performance Communicate effectively with students parentsguardians and team members regarding student development Participate in school wide meetings professional development and community relations efforts Qualifications Bachelors degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution Hold or be eligible to obtain an ISBE Professional Educator License PEL with a CTE endorsement or an Educator License with Stipulations ELS CTE in the relevant program area Documented minimum of 2000 hours of experience in the specific CTE field Prior experience working with special education or diverse student populations is preferred Strong communication and collaborative skills Strong verbal communication skills and a commitment to positive relationship building