Job Description

The Role: What You’ll Do

As a Drafting and 3D Printing Teacher at Veritas Prep High School, you’ll foster students’ creativity and technical skills through hands-on design and fabrication using CAD software and 3D printers. You’ll develop courses that engage students in both traditional drafting techniques and modern 3D printing technology, preparing them for future careers in design, engineering, or technology.

You’ll also:

• Design and implement an innovative curriculum focused on drafting, CAD, and 3D printing

• Teach students how to create and print their own designs, emphasizing the engineering design process

• Integrate technology and tools to support students' learning and exploration in design

• Assess student progress and provide actionable feedback to enhance their learning experience

• Collaborate with faculty across disciplines to create interdisciplinary projects

• Participate in the continuous improvement of the program, utilizing student performance data to inform instructional practices

• Build strong relationships with students and help them develop confidence in their skills

• Engage students in discussions about real-world applications of drafting and 3D printing

• Support and promote a culturally responsive classroom environment that values diversity and inclusion

• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching practices and stay current in industry trends

Requirements

What You’ll Need (Qualifications)

• A strong belief that all students can excel in technical and creative fields
• A passion for teaching and a commitment to continuous professional growth
• A minimum of two years of teaching experience in drafting, design, or engineering preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Design, Engineering, or a related field
• Proficiency in CAD software and experience with 3D printing technologies
• Have or be eligible for a MA teaching license in Technology/Engineering Education
• Current authorization to work in the United States – a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment

Inspired to apply? If you believe in the power of education to transform lives and have a passion for mentoring young designers and engineers, we want to hear from you!

Not every candidate will meet every requirement! We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet every single qualification listed.

Have questions? Feel free to reach out to our recruitment team at [email protected].

Veritas Prep is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or qualified job applicants on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran or military status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or any other status or condition protected by applicable law. This policy extends to, but is not limited to, recruitment, selection, compensation, benefits, promotion, training, and termination.

Benefits

About Veritas Prep

Veritas Prep is a public, tuition-free school in Springfield that prepares students in grades 5-12 to compete, achieve, and succeed in college and beyond! Veritas Prep accelerates every student’s path to college and career by helping students set a strong academic foundation in middle school and guaranteeing access to college classes and college prep support in our wall-to-wall Early College high school. At Veritas Prep we are not only breaking down barriers to college access but also providing the tools students need to persist through college and prepare for a successful career.

Our middle school program has been serving students in Springfield since 2012 and is considered one of the top middle schools in Springfield and in the state. Our scholars are supported by skilled, dedicated, and diverse teachers and are challenged to achieve at high levels academically, socially, and emotionally, setting them up for success as they enter our high school.

Our Early College high school program, in partnership with STCC and Worcester State University, prepares students to earn high-impact college degrees, saving students up to two years of time in college and thousands of dollars. Students can earn up to an associate degree for free, and the General Studies associate degree from STCC guarantees students will be JUNIORS at any MA public college or university after high school graduation!

Students at Veritas Prep benefit from high academic standards and robust support, an exceptional learning environment, a diverse staff of high-quality educators, a strong commitment to social/emotional and practical skill development, and an inclusive, anti-racist community that values the identities and backgrounds of all students.

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