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Welding Instructor

Oakland Schools
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January 23, 2024


 

GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENT: POSITION OPENING

Welding Instructor


 

IN THIS ROLE:

We are seeking an energetic, collaborative educator to develop and deliver academic, technical and workplace instruction to students in Welding.  You will provide instruction by facilitating student learning via integrated curriculum and industry specific technology.  You will develop and implement program specific curriculum, formative and summative assessments, and ensure student learning by sustaining a positive and supportive learning environment. This position will begin at the 2024-2025 school year.


 

Work Location: OSTC - SW, 1000 Beck Rd, Wixom, MI 48393


 

WHAT WE NEED:

Planning and Preparation


 

  • Exhibit knowledge and understanding of how students learn including the application of research-based pedagogy, and instructional practices and methodologies.
  • Develop, evaluate and progress the competency-based technical education curriculum within the program.
  • Develop, evaluate, and integrate academic and Career Ready Practices instruction aligned to technical skill standards and state curriculum requirements. Utilize critical thinking to make sense of problems and persevere in solving them.
  • Evaluate, document, and communicate student career ready practice performance into the grading process timely and regularly.
  • Implement and document planning and preparation activities to ensure that quality assessment, instruction, and evaluation activities occur for students daily.


 

Program Environment


 

  • Develop and implement, using a collaborative methodology with the program instructional team and classroom management within the program.
  • Coordinate and supervise the activities of instructional technicians assigned to the program.
  • Facilitate and manage student support services (special education, Work based Learning, counseling, academic support) provided to students.
  • Coordinate and manage student field trips (local and overnight) and related activities according to Oakland Schools policy and procedures. 
  • Develop, provide and seek Work Based Learning opportunities for all students.  Visit and monitor student worksites as required by state guidelines and Career Focused Education procedures.
  • Provide and participate in youth leadership activities. (CTSO’s, Enrichment and student clubs)
  • Communicate regularly with parents using formal and informal communication methods.  Document and communicate student progress/achievement information and behavior events using the CFE designated student information system and follow set dates for formal reporting of student progress/grading.
  • Maintain a safe, clean, organized learning environment addressing state and federal standards.  Use, handle, store and properly dispose of hazardous materials. 


 

Instruction


 

  • Coordinate, manage and seek instructional opportunities including web based academic, blended learning, advanced placement, technical education, and/or other courses relevant to the program curriculum.
  • Utilize program, Oakland Schools CFE designated and enterprise-wide technology systems and applications to enhance and improve instructional delivery and student achievement.  Integrate the application of technology as outlined in The Curriculum and Innovation Cycle.
  • Develop and maintain regionally based articulation agreements with post-secondary institutions.
  • Professional Responsibilities:
  • Participate in staff and organizational development activities to improve technical knowledge, instructional practices and methodology, and personal skills. Monitor and maintain state required Continuing Education offerings for teaching certificate renewal. In the case of Annual Career Authorization status, maintain annual progress as indicated in your submitted education plan.  
  • Plan, coordinate and participate in regional advisory meetings and other relevant industry organizations to ensure the program curriculum meets current and future workforce development needs.
  • Use and analyze student, cluster, building, and regional data required in Curriculum and Innovation Cycle.
  • Maintain communication with building, department and Oakland Schools administrators and consultants.
  • Participate in student marketing, outreach, recruitment, and retention activities.
  • Successfully maintains a program budget and follows Oakland Schools policies and procedures for purchasing and deposits.
  • Implement activities designed to address state and national educational reform and improvement efforts.
  • Work cooperatively with program team members for maximum utilization of Universal Planning Time to assess, monitor, and improve the learning environment and processes within the cluster as guided by Regional School Improvement plans and the Curriculum and Innovation Cycle.


 

WHAT YOU NEED:

  • Must possess either of the following: Michigan Professional Teaching Certificate or Standard Teaching Certificate with CTE endorsement in Welding, Brazing and Soldering, CIP 48.0508 or, annual authorization/endorsement with a minimum two years of recent work experience.
  • Must have work experience in Welding.
  • Other licensure/certification may be required based upon cluster assignment.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education (preferred).
  • Teaching experience at the secondary level is preferred.
  • Ability to properly utilize tools and equipment necessary in providing instruction to students. The incumbent is also required to properly operate required office equipment such as a personal computer.


 

SALARY DETAILS:

$44,920.00 - $79,723.00 based on experience, with the potential of earning up to $96,557.00 Annually / Exempt Position / 10-month work year


 

WHY WORK FOR OS?

Oakland Schools offers a great benefits package for our employees! What we provide includes:


 

  • The opportunity to enroll in a pension plan to help ensure your financial security
  • Quality health insurance, dental, and vision plans 
  • Generous vacation and leave time so you can have a healthy work-life balance
  • OS-paid coverage for life insurance, short and long-term disability, and well-being benefits including access to an Employee Assistance Program for staff and dependents
  • The opportunity to buy optional health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), pet insurance, legal insurance, college savings plans, and tax-sheltered annuity (TSA) plans
  • OS provides the ability to get involved within the organization and advance your skill set with education development


 

WHO WE ARE:

Oakland Schools (OS) is an intermediate school district (ISD) that is focused on providing educational and technology services to local school districts in a cost-effective manner so that they can provide students with a superior education. We also operate our Oakland Schools Technical Campuses (OSTC) and Virtual Learning Academy Consortium (VLAC). Through your work at OS, you will help children have the best learning experience possible! To learn more about us, visit https://www.oakland.k12.mi.us/about 


 

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, please use the Oakland County Human Resource Consortium (OHRC) website. You can find it by clicking here. You will need to make an account on the OHRC website to apply.


 

Oakland Schools is a member of the OHRC. Once you create your account, you will be able to apply for positions within our district as well as positions available through other member districts. All applications must be completed on the OHRC website. Please do not email or fax application materials to Oakland Schools. 


 

POSITION DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 


 

For questions regarding this position, please contact Kyle Kucik at Kyle.Kucik@oakland.k12.mi.us









 

In accordance with state and federal law, Oakland Schools does not discriminate, nor permit discrimination, on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information,  or any other legally protected status, in its educational programs and activities, employment, or enrollment. The District also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.


 

For questions or complaints regarding unlawful discrimination or harassment, employees should contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Personnel Management and Labor Relations at (248) 209-2429 or HR@oakland.k12.mi.us. Students and others should contact the Civil Rights/Title IX Coordinator at (248) 209-2590 or Jacqueline.Zablocki@oakland.k12.mi.us.