CAD/Engineering and Design Teacher (SY25-26, High School)

What You’ll Do

As the Engineering and Design Teacher at Veritas Prep High School, you will inspire our students to engage with principles of engineering, design thinking, and problem-solving. You’ll create a dynamic learning environment that integrates hands-on projects, innovative technologies, and collaborative experiences. You will work closely with colleagues to enhance our curriculum and ensure that all students have the opportunity to explore their creativity and critical thinking skills.

You will also:

• Develop and implement engaging lessons that promote inquiry-based learning and real-world applications of engineering concepts.
• Guide students through projects that encourage creativity, teamwork, and technical skills.
• Collaborate with fellow educators to create interdisciplinary projects that bridge engineering with other subjects.
• Utilize technology and tools relevant to design and engineering fields.
• Assess student progress through formative and summative evaluations to adapt instruction accordingly.
• Encourage an inclusive classroom environment where all students feel valued and empowered to express their ideas.
• Facilitate workshops and extra-curricular activities that promote engineering and design skills.
• Engage with parents and the community to showcase student projects and achievements.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to enhance your skills and stay current in engineering education.

Requirements

What You’ll Need (Qualifications)

• A passion for engineering, design, and technology education.
• A belief in the potential of all students to succeed academically and creatively.
• Experience in teaching or working in engineering, design, or a related field (preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Design, Education, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of project-based learning methodologies.
• Ability to facilitate a collaborative, student-centered learning environment.
• Current authorization to work in the United States – a candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment.
• Alignment with our Values of
• Students First: Making decisions with students at the forefront of our mission.
• Grow Together: Emphasizing growth mindset and collaboration among staff and students.
• One Team, One Mission: Supporting one another in pursuit of shared goals and student success.

Think you don’t quite meet all the qualifications listed above? Apply anyway! We believe that a diverse team enriches our school environment and we encourage all candidates, especially those from historically marginalized groups, to apply.

Want to learn more? Set up a call with a recruiter by emailing recruitment@vpcs.org.

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 through 12 to compete, achieve, and succeed in college and beyond. Veritas Prep accelerates every student’s path to college and career by helping them 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 our scholars are supported by skilled, dedicated, and diverse teachers. Scholars learn important academic habits 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’ 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 means students enter as JUNIORS at any Massachusetts 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.