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ABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Before you begin, please read the job posting below carefully including the Application Requirements specific to this position. Be sure your application reflects experience and education required to meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications listed. Our application guide includes detailed instructions to assist you. Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes.
Please note that application submission will be available only through 11:59 PM on the date prior to the indicated end date. If no end date is indicated, the posting will remain open indefinitely.
Job Posting End Date:
06-16-2026
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Career and Technology Education Teacher-Architectural Design and Drafting Teacher
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is one of the leading school systems in Maryland and the nation. To learn more about us and our2024 -2029 Strategic Plan, please visit ourwebsiteandourcareers page. Join our award-winning workforce and make a difference in the lives of our students!
This position will be posted untilJune 16, 2026
Under the direction of the principal, theArchitectural Design and Drafting Teacherprovidestechnical, project-based instruction that prepares high school students for post-secondary education and careers in architecture, interior design, construction management, and related design fields. The teacher deliversinstructionin architectural design principles, manual drafting, AutoCAD, Revit, Building Information Modeling, construction documentation, building systems, codes, sustainability, and professional presentation practices.
The instructor guides students through the complete design process, from research, conceptual design, and spatial planning to drafting, modeling, construction documents, estimating, scheduling, project planning, and portfolio development. Through both traditional drafting and digital design technologies, students develop spatial reasoning, visualization, technical accuracy, problem-solving, and design communication skills.
This positionis responsible formaintaininga safe and organized architectural design lab, supporting industry-recognized certifications, connecting students with career and work-based learning opportunities, and helping students build professional-quality portfolios. The role directly supports college and career readiness by preparing students to apply architectural knowledge, technical skills, and professional practices in real-world design and construction pathways.
Applicants must meet allqualificationsbelowto be considered for the vacancy.
Education:
Certifications/Licenses:Candidates must hold or be eligible for Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) certification:
Candidates who meet the following requirements are eligible for a Professional and Technical Education (7-12): Verification of 3 years of successful occupational experience related to the area you are teaching (this may include post-secondary teaching experience and/or satisfactory occupational employment)Completion, upon hire, of 12 credits of professional coursework from an accredited institution of high education or through Department-approved continuing professional development (CPD) credits to include the following topics:Planning, delivering, and assessing instructionClassroom management,Differentiating instruction to accommodate students with special needs,Teaching literacy in the content area
- Bachelor's Degree or higher in architecture, drafting, design or a related field
- Experience teaching, training, mentoring, or supervising others
ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Belowis a summary of the functions of the job,butnot an exhaustive or comprehensive list of allpossible jobresponsibilities, tasks, and duties.
Delivers instructional content on the fundamentals of architecture, structural systems, technical drawing, and sustainable design concepts using both manual sketching and digital tools
Manages laboratory operations and safety, including the maintenance and proper handling of professional tools such as3D printers, laser cutters, and manual drafting equipment
Facilitates career-connected learningby preparing students forindustry certifications(AutodeskRevit/AutoCAD, LEED Green Associate), guiding portfolio development, and collaborating with local business advisory committees
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The below list is a summary of the knowledge, skills, and abilitiesrequiredfor success in this position, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list.
Support students in developingproficiencyin Building Information Modeling, including digital models, floor plans, elevations, sections, schedules, sheets, and construction documents.
Guide students in producing professional digital drawings, 3D models,renderedviews, presentation graphics, and portfolio-ready work.
Architectural design principles, including form, space, scale, proportion, circulation, human factors, and historical influences.
Manual drafting and architectural documentation, including floor plans, elevations, sections, details, dimensions, annotations, and the use of architectural scales.
Building systems and construction fundamentals, including structures, materials, building envelopes, MEP systems, lighting, acoustics, and building performance.
Building codes, accessibility requirements, egress, safety regulations, and introductory code-compliance review.
Sustainable design strategies, including site analysis, passive design, daylighting, energy performance, material selection, water conservation, and LEED-related concepts.
Applied math and science concepts related to architecture, including scale, geometry, area calculations, trigonometry, cost estimation, and environmental analysis.
Physical model-making, craftsmanship, rapid prototyping, and the safe use of drafting tools, shop equipment, 3D printers, laser cutters, and related lab equipment.
The successful candidate mustdemonstratethe ability to:
Guide students through the design process from research and concept development to drafting, modeling, documentation, presentation, critique, and revision.
Teach students to create process documentation, technical writing, presentation boards, and professional digital or physical portfolios.
Differentiate instruction, assess student progress, provide meaningful feedback, and support student revision and growth.
Incorporate career development, employability skills, workplace readiness, professional communication, collaboration, and portfolio presentation.
Complete applications must besubmitted, and once your application has beensubmitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included in further evaluation.Interviews will be limited to those applicants who, in addition to meeting the basic requirements, have experience and education which most closely match thepositionqualifications and the needs of the school system.
This is a 10-month per year position in the Howard County Educators Association (HCEA) employee bargaining unit.The current salary range for this position is on the10-Month HCEA Teacher Scale
Actual placement will bein accordance withthe salary procedures of the Howard County Public School System and the HCEA Master Agreement which considers relevant prior experience. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is exempt from overtime.
Membership in the Maryland State Retirement Agency (MSRA) pension plan is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria defined in the State Personnel and Pensions Article and the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR). A qualifying employee cannot reject membership, nor can an ineligible employeeelectmembership. The annual contribution to the pension plan will be 7% of an employee's annual salary.
HCPSS offers acomprehensive benefits packagefor eligible employees. Information aboutadditionalbenefits such as paid time off can be found in thenegotiated agreementfor employees in this bargaining unit.
Pre-Employment Requirements
Professional references will be contacted prior to any offer of employment. Recommended candidates willbe requiredto provide references from current and recent supervisors. All employees, regular and temporary, must be fingerprinted, have a criminal background investigation completed, and successfully complete the Maryland Employment History Review,pursuant toSection 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland. In addition, some positions will require completion of a physical examination and/or drug testing. Anyone offered employment isrequiredto provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the United States. HCPSS participates in E-Verify and does not offer employee sponsorship.
For questionsregardingthis posting, please contact Jaymika Mitchell atjaymika_mitchell@hcpss.org