High School Trades Teacher

Job Title: High School Trades Teacher

Location: Holy Trinity Catholic Jr./Sr. High School – Fort Madison, Iowa
Reports To: Building Principal
Employment Type: Full-Time, 10-Month Contract
Start Date: [Insert Date]

Position Overview

Holy Trinity Catholic Jr./Sr. High School in Fort Madison, Iowa is seeking an enthusiastic, skilled, and student-centered High School Trades Teacher to develop and deliver engaging instruction in career and technical education. This position will provide students with hands-on learning opportunities that prepare them for post-secondary training, apprenticeships, and careers in the skilled trades.

The ideal candidate will have practical experience in one or more trade fields and a passion for mentoring young people in a faith-based educational environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and deliver instructional lessons in trade and technical education courses such as construction, carpentry, welding, manufacturing, electrical, plumbing, or related fields
  
  
• Develop curriculum that aligns with Iowa Core standards and relevant career and technical education (CTE) frameworks
  
  
• Provide hands-on learning experiences in a safe, structured shop and classroom environment
  
  
• Instruct students in the proper use of tools, equipment, technology, and industry-standard practices
  
  
• Emphasize workplace safety, professionalism, and employability skills
  
  
• Assess and monitor student progress using a variety of assessment tools
  
  
• Maintain accurate student records, grades, and reports
  
  
• Collaborate with local businesses, community partners, and post-secondary institutions to enhance program opportunities
  
  
• Supervise and maintain the school trades lab, equipment, and inventory
  
  
• Integrate Catholic values and mission into daily instruction and student interactions
  
  
• Communicate regularly with parents, administration, and colleagues
  
  
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school activities
  
  
• Support extracurricular programs as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Industrial Technology, Career and Technical Education, or related field
  OR relevant industry experience with willingness to obtain appropriate Iowa teaching licensure
  
  
• Valid Iowa teaching license or ability to obtain licensure
  
  
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in one or more skilled trade areas
  
  
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills
  
  
• Commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education
  
  
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, parents, and community partners
  
  

Preferred:

• Previous teaching or youth mentoring experience
  
  
• Industry certifications in a trade field
  
  
• Experience developing CTE curriculum
  
  
• Familiarity with project-based learning and workforce readiness programs
  
  

Skills and Attributes

• Passion for working with high school students
  
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  
  
• Commitment to safety and best practices
  
  
• Ability to motivate and inspire students of varying ability levels
  
  
• Flexibility, creativity, and problem-solving skills
  
  
• Desire to build relationships with local trade professionals and organizations
  
  

Work Environment

• Combination of classroom and shop/lab settings
  
  
• Requires physical activity including standing, bending, lifting, and operating tools and equipment
  
  
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and organized learning environment
  
  

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
  
  
• Benefits package in accordance with Holy Trinity Catholic Schools policies
  
  
• Professional development opportunities