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CTE Industrial Arts Teacher (Middle School) — Power Technical (PTEC)
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Schedule: Full-Time | 191 Days (Late July–May) | Paid over 12 months
Pay: $45,000.00 – $50,000.00 per year
About PTEC
Power Technical is a grades 6–12 school preparing students to be future leaders in the skilled trades. We integrate core academics with hands-on, project-based learning across disciplines such as construction, welding, machining, plumbing, manufacturing, automotive, electrical systems, and CAD/Engineering. Students build foundational knowledge through structured lessons and real-world applications in a supportive, skill-focused environment.
Position Summary
The CTE Industrial Arts Teacher (Middle School) introduces 6th and 7th grade students to a broad range of skilled trades through exploratory, hands-on learning experiences. This role focuses on building foundational skills, safety awareness, and career exposure in areas such as basic woodworking, introductory engineering concepts, metal working, machining fundamentals, intro to construction, residential plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems, simple engines, automotive maintenance.
Courses are 90 minutes in length and are supported by provided curriculum materials, including textbooks, chapter work, assessments, and quizzes. The teacher is responsible for delivering engaging instruction, reinforcing safety practices, and fostering curiosity and confidence in young learners who are new to industrial arts environments.
Key Responsibilities
Introduce students to foundational concepts across multiple industrial arts pathways
Teach and enforce shop safety procedures and proper tool usage
Facilitate hands-on, age-appropriate projects in a structured shop environment
Utilize provided curriculum resources (textbooks, lessons, quizzes, and tests) effectively
Support student skill development, engagement, and confidence in technical settings
Manage classroom behavior and maintain a safe, organized workspace
Adapt instruction to meet the developmental needs of middle school learners
Collaborate with staff to align instruction with school-wide academic and career readiness goals
Promote problem solving skills
Required Qualifications
Must meet one:
Bachelor’s degree + 2,000 hours of relevant industry experience
Associate’s degree + 4,000 hours of relevant industry experience
Military veteran with applicable technical/trade experience
Also required:
Ability to safely operate and demonstrate required trade tools and equipment for our curriculum
Strong classroom management skills
Ability to work effectively with grades 6–7 (Typically 11 - 12 year-olds)
Willingness to implement structured instructional methods and curriculum
Commitment to student safety and engagement in a shop setting
Preferred Qualifications
Colorado CTE license
Experience working with or teaching middle school students
Background in one or more trade areas (woodworking, construction, automotive, electrical, etc.)
Familiarity with OSHA-10, NCCER, or similar industry standards
Employment Status & Teaching Assignment
This position is intended to be full-time. However, due to the exploratory nature of middle school electives, course enrollment may vary.
If Industrial Arts enrollment is not sufficient to maintain a full teaching schedule, the teacher may be assigned supplementary classes outside of Industrial Arts based on school needs and the teacher’s qualifications.
If supplementary teaching assignments are not available, the position may be adjusted to part-time status based on enrollment levels.
Benefits
Full-time employees receive an excellent benefits package including:
Health insurance (most plans fully employer-paid)
Dental & vision coverage
HSA options
401(k) & retirement plans
Life insurance
Paid time off

Perks:
Paid year-round (including summer)
Free licensed daycare for staff (Astrozon campus, based on availability)
Mission
Power Technical prepares students to enter the workforce with the skills, character, and work ethic needed to become valuable members of their chosen trade.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person