TITLE:  Career Academy of Siloam Springs (CASS) Instructor

QUALIFICATIONS:        Two years work experience in construction or advanced manufacturing/industrial maintenance and an associate’s degree or higher OR four years work experience in construction or advanced manufacturing/industrial maintenance in the absence of a college degree

Arkansas Licensure

616 Advanced Manufacturing

570 Construction Tech

212 Industrial Technology

LOCATION:      High School

REPORTS TO:  High School Principal and CTE Director

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:      190 days with benefits provided according to the Siloam Springs School Board policies

Position Summary

Siloam Springs School District is seeking a motivated and skilled educator to lead its Industrial Technology Program within the Career Academy. This position prepares students for high-demand careers in industrial maintenance, welding, manufacturing, and construction trades through hands-on instruction, industry partnerships, and workforce readiness training.

Essential Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging instruction in industrial maintenance, welding, and construction trades.
Teach technical skills including welding processes, tool use, blueprint reading, fabrication, measurements, maintenance systems, and construction methods.
Provide instruction in workplace safety, including lock out/tag out, confined space, hot work permits, MSDS, fall restraint, risk assessment, OSHA standards, and related practices.
Integrate employability skills such as communication, teamwork, attendance, professionalism, interviewing, and problem-solving.
Create and maintain a safe, organized, and positive shop/classroom environment.
Supervise students in hands-on lab settings and ensure proper use of tools, equipment, and machinery.
Coordinate and oversee all aspects of the Industrial Technology Program, including equipment, inventory, maintenance, district assets, and budget management.
Build partnerships with local businesses and industry leaders to support apprenticeships, internships, job shadowing, tours, and guest speakers.
Serve as liaison between business partners and the Career Academy.
Identify and promote industry-recognized certifications that improve student marketability.
Recruit and retain students for the program while promoting opportunities to students and families.
Maintain accurate student, certification, inventory, and program records.
Collaborate with other teachers, administrators, and Career & Technical Education programs.
Participate in ongoing professional learning to stay current in industry practices and emerging technologies such as PLC, CNC, hydraulics, pneumatics, HVAC, electrical systems, machining, CAD, and boiler operations.
Demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, dependability, and regular attendance.
Lead or co-lead a student organization related to Career and Technical Education.

Preferred Areas of Instruction

Welding (MIG, TIG, Stick, Oxy-Fuel, and cutting processes)
Industrial Maintenance Fundamentals
Electrical and Mechanical Systems Basics
Construction Trades (carpentry, framing, concrete, plumbing, HVAC, and related skills)
OSHA / Workplace Safety
Tool Identification and Proper Usage
Blueprint Reading / Measurements

Qualifications

Valid Arkansas teaching license or ability to obtain Arkansas CTE licensure through an alternative pathway.
Experience in industrial maintenance, welding, construction, manufacturing, or skilled trades preferred.
Strong classroom management, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to meet physical demands of teaching hands-on Industrial Technology courses.
Commitment to the mission and expectations of Siloam Springs School District.

Job Requirements:
At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
Bachelor degree preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required