Technology Teacher - Manufacturing Tech
Listed on 2026-06-05
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Education / Teaching
Faculty
Manufacturing & Engineering Technology Teacher – Career & Technical Education (CTE)
Position Description
The Manufacturing & Engineering Technology Teacher will provide engaging, hands‑on, industry‑aligned instruction within Stratford Public Schools’ Career and Technical Education (CTE) Manufacturing Production & Technology and STEM pathways. The successful candidate will create authentic learning experiences that prepare students for postsecondary education, apprenticeships, industry certifications, and careers in advanced manufacturing, engineering, construction technologies, industrial design, and skilled trades.
The teacher will foster a positive, inclusive, and student‑centered learning environment while integrating technical, academic, STEM, and employability skills aligned with 21st‑century workforce expectations and the district’s Portrait of a Graduate competencies.
Instructional areas may include woodworking fundamentals, manufacturing processes, engineering concepts, Computer‑Aided Design (CAD), Computer‑Aided Manufacturing (CAM), CNC operations, fabrication, construction technologies, prototyping, materials processing, robotics and automation concepts, industrial safety, and project‑based manufacturing applications. Students may also participate in work‑based learning experiences, career exploration opportunities, industry partnerships, STEM competitions, and community‑based projects.
Reports to: Principal and Director of Career & Community Learning
Location: Bunnell High School
Job Responsibilities- Deliver high‑quality instruction aligned with Connecticut CTE standards, STEM frameworks, and industry expectations within the Manufacturing Production & Technology pathway
- Teach courses such as:
- Introduction to Manufacturing Technology
- Manufacturing Technology
- Advanced Manufacturing Technology
- Potential Engineering and STEM coursework as assigned
- Develop and implement project‑based, competency‑based, and inquiry‑driven instructional experiences
- Create authentic learning opportunities that promote critical thinking, creativity, innovation, collaboration, and problem‑solving
- Maintain a safe, organized, and properly functioning laboratory/shop environment in compliance with OSHA standards, district safety protocols, and industry practices
- Instruct students in the safe and proper use of hand tools, portable power tools, stationary machinery, CNC equipment, and manufacturing technologies
- Integrate engineering design principles, blueprint reading, measurement systems, materials science, and technical literacy into instruction
- Teach students foundational and advanced skills related to manufacturing systems, fabrication, construction methods, CAD/CAM software, CNC programming, prototyping, and production processes
- Differentiate instruction to support diverse learners, multilingual learners, and varying student abilities
- Utilize instructional technology, engineering software, and current industry tools to enhance student learning experiences
- Prepare students for industry‑recognized certifications, postsecondary opportunities, apprenticeships, and workforce readiness
- Supervise and support students during labs, competitions, internships, field experiences, and community projects
- Collaborate with colleagues, school counselors, administrators, industry partners, advisory committees, and community organizations to strengthen programming and student opportunities
- Maintain accurate student records, grades, safety documentation, inventory systems, and equipment maintenance logs
- Participate in curriculum development, program improvement initiatives, professional learning communities, and CTE advisory meetings
- Foster a culture of professionalism, leadership, teamwork, communication, adaptability, and student engagement
- Support district initiatives related to career readiness, STEM education, equity, innovation, and student success
Required
- Connecticut Teaching Certification in Technology Education, Industrial Arts, STEM Education, Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, or related CTE area
Candidates seeking certification eligibility must possess:
- Minimum of four (4) years of recent, relevant, full‑time wage‑earning…
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