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... teaching classes requirements for position * Minimum of high school graduate or GED. * Knowledge of woodworking and hand tools required. * Previous retail sales experience desirable * Ability to ...

CTE Teacher

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$56K - $105K/yr

... teacher to provide engaging, hands-on instruction and help grow our secondary CTE program. The ... Woodworking, carpentry, or construction Candidates are not expected to be qualified in every area.

While backgrounds in carpentry, construction, woodworking, fabrication, and/or marine work are helpful, we are willing to take a chance on teaching a person who takes pride in quality and wants to ...

... with teaching classes requirements for position * Minimum of high school graduate. * Knowledge of woodworking and hand tools required. * Previous retail sales experience desirable. * Ability to ...

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How much do woodworking teaching jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for woodworking teaching in the United States is $21.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges woodworking teachers face in engaging students with varying skill levels?

One of the main challenges for woodworking teachers is creating lesson plans that cater to a wide range of student abilities, from beginners to those with more advanced skills. Teachers often need to balance safety instruction with hands-on creativity, ensuring that new learners build confidence while experienced students remain challenged. Effective woodworking instructors use differentiated instruction and provide individualized feedback to keep all students engaged and progressing. Collaboration with other educators or integrating cross-curricular projects can also help maintain student interest and growth.

What is woodworking teaching?

Woodworking teaching refers to the instruction and guidance provided to students or individuals interested in learning how to work with wood. This includes teaching skills such as measuring, cutting, shaping, joining, and finishing wood to create various projects, from simple items to complex furniture. Woodworking teachers often work in schools, community centers, or private workshops, and their lessons can cover both hand and power tools, safety practices, and creative design. The goal is to build students’ confidence, craftsmanship, and understanding of woodworking techniques.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Woodworking Teacher, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Woodworking Teacher, you need strong expertise in woodworking techniques, safety protocols, and instructional methods, typically supported by experience in carpentry and a relevant teaching certification. Familiarity with woodworking machinery, hand tools, and potentially software for design (like CAD) is often required. Patience, clear communication, and the ability to inspire and manage students are crucial soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities ensure effective teaching, a safe learning environment, and the development of students’ craftsmanship.

What is the difference between Woodworking Teaching vs Woodworking Instructor?

AspectWoodworking TeachingWoodworking Instructor
CredentialsTypically requires woodworking experience and teaching skillsOften requires woodworking certifications and teaching credentials
Work EnvironmentClassrooms, workshops, community centersTrade schools, community colleges, private workshops
Employer & IndustryEducational institutions, community programsVocational schools, private training centers
Search & Comparison IntentLearning methods, teaching rolesProfessional training, certification programs

Woodworking Teaching focuses on instructing students in woodworking skills, often in community or educational settings, emphasizing teaching ability. Woodworking Instructor typically involves formal certifications and working in specialized training environments, with a focus on professional skill development. Both roles involve teaching woodworking but differ in credentials and work settings.

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Infographic showing various Woodworking Teaching job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $44,520 per year, or $21.4 per hour.
Teacher, CTE HS Tech Ed. Engineering/Advanced Manufacturing

Teacher, CTE HS Tech Ed. Engineering/Advanced Manufacturing

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

Charlotte, NC • On-site

Full-time

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Job description

Instructional
Job Number 4600323043
Start Date
Open Date 06/25/2026
Closing Date 07/25/2026
Summary: Under general direction of a principal, provides leadership in an educational environment that encourages and nurtures learning for all students. Provides supervision to students in a variety of school related settings, monitors and evaluates student outcomes, develops, selects or modifies lessons plans to ensure all student needs are met, and maintains appropriate records and follows all policies and procedures of NCDPI and CMS. Provides quality standards-based instruction in the area of Information Technology/Civil and Industrial Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing; assesses and encourages student progress, manages an effective learning environment to maximize student achievement.
Essential Duties: (These duties represent a sample and may vary by position.)
  • Demonstrates and teaches Information Technology in a classroom setting using detailed drawings that include project specifications and cost estimates
  • Designs and executes engineering experiments to create workable solutions
  • Develops engineering calculations, diagrams and technical reports.
  • Conducts ongoing assessment of student growth and progress in Information Technology activities and modifies instructional methods to fit student's individual needs.
  • Continues to participate in professional development to stay knowledgeable of current developments in the Information Technology field. This includes, but is not limited to, attending seminars, workshops, and/or participating in professional learning communities (PLC).
  • Prepares instructional materials aligned with curriculum standards, maintains equipment, supplies, and other resources and maintains inventory records in accordance with district policies and procedures.
  • Works with staff and post-secondary institutions to develop and maintain career pathways, which prepare students for apprenticeship, certification, community college, or university degree programs.

  • Coordinate CTE Student Organization activities for local, regional, state and/or national competition
  • Attend District PLC meetings as scheduled

  • Works with employers and community groups to promote and advance technical skills.
  • Creates an instructional environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students.
  • Communicates standards, achievements, and deficiencies to students and parents. Meets with students and parents.
  • Maintains complete and accurate student academic, attendance, and disciplinary records. Monitors and assesses students' academic progress.
  • Collaborates with school administrators, other teachers, para-educators, parents, and community members in the education of students.

  • Instructs and demonstrates proper safety practices, procedures and standards.
  • Collaborates in the identification, development, implementation and coordination of work study arrangements
  • Demonstrates techniques to students as a group and one-on-one, helping them to complete lessons, assignments, projects, activities and evaluations.
  • Provides students with clear expectations, continual feedback, and logical consequences.
  • Provides students with opportunities to expand their skills and knowledge base
  • Participates in field trips to post-secondary institutes, worksites, businesses and hands-on workshops
  • Manages inventory control including purchasing materials, supplies, equipment and tools
  • Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Residency License(s)
Required Degree Level: Bachelor's Degree
AND
24 credit hours in the Content area
OR
Passing the NC SBE Licensure Area Exam
AND
Completion of NCSBE Pre-service Requirements
AND
Enroll in EPP (Educational Preparation Program)
CTE Restricted License(s)
Required Degree Level: Bachelor's
Examples of Related Degrees: Manufacturing, or Industrial, or Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering; Construction & Cabinetmaking Technology; Construction Design & Manufacturing; Cabinetmaking & Mill?]Work; Woodworking; Electronics Engineering Technology;
Electronics Engineering; Digital Electronics; Metals Manufacturing; Precision Machining; Industrial/Process Engineering; Quality Engineering
Required Years of Work Experience for the CTE Restricted route: 2 years within past 5 years
Examples of Related Work Experience: for manufacturing?]industry demonstrated experience in the production manufacturing field; for cabinetmaking /woodworking?]industry demonstrated experience in the
cabinetmaking field or woodworking field; for electronics?] industry demonstrated experience in troubleshooting and repairing electronics components in the electronics industry; for metals manufacturing industry demonstrated experience in the metals manufacturing field such as machinist work, mechanical engineering with demonstrated
performance of metals machining task, or tool and dye
40 Hour Induction beginning Year One
Licensing / Certification Requirements:
Technology Engineering and Design Education 820 License (acquired by successfully passing the Technology Education Praxis Exam)
or
Obtained the Technology Education - Project lead the Way Endorsement (6-12), prior to July 1,2018
Courses Eligible to Teach:
  • Advanced Manufacturing I
  • Advanced Manufacturing II
  • PLTW Introduction to Engineering
  • PLTW Principles of Engineering
  • PLTW Civil Engineering & Architecture
  • PLTW Digital Electronics
  • PLTW Engineering Design & Development
  • PLTW Environmental Sustainability Computer Integrated Manufacturing

# of Jobs 1.00
Teacher Scale Y
Minimum Educational Requirements Bachelors
Term 10 Month
Additional Job Information
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
  • Knowledge of Information Technology curriculum (i.e. Mechanical, Industrial, Design, Autodesk CAD, Revit, MD Solids, Solidworks, etc.), effective instructional techniques, instructional materials
  • Up-to-date knowledge, and technical skills required to design, and operate small processing machines and equipment
  • Expertise in data and problem analysis, creative thinking, collaboration, and problem solving
  • Ability to read blueprints and detailed drawings
  • Ability to read and utilize various measuring tools

  • Ability to solve basic engineering calculation
  • Demonstrated proficiency in creating and delivering project presentations

  • Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans.
  • Knowledge of and skill in the use of database, Internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications.
  • Skills in preparing and implementing lesson plans and instructing students.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in written and verbal communication with students, their parents, administrators, and others.
  • Skill in supervising students and managing behavior.
  • Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, parents, and staff. Ability to maintain confidential information.

  • Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to build and maintain rapport and trust with students
  • Strong leadership, mentoring and coaching skills
  • Strong planning, problem solving, organization, classroom management, and analytical skills
  • Strong time management skills and the ability to manage conflicting priorities

Physical Requirements: Work requires the ability to bend, stand, and walk in a school culinary arts laboratory for extended periods on a daily basis. Requires lifting and moving equipment and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds. Manual dexterity also required.
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