Engineering Instructor Project Lead the Way (PLTW)
Mission Valley ROP
Fremont, CA 94538$78,687 - $98,419 a yearFull Time
Job Description
Teach Engineering classes to high school students as part of a career technical education career pathway and Project Lead the Way. Master’s Degree in Engineering preferred. Supervisory and/or management experience preferred. Prior high school teaching experience preferred.
Knowledge of
· Current trends and research related to the practices, training, and employment in the Engineering field
* Curriculum and instructional materials for the assigned subject area
* Effective techniques of student supervision, motivation, retention, and discipline
* Effective student testing evaluation methods and techniques
Ability to
· Demonstrate knowledge of current industry standards/technology
· Be adept at handling multiple levels of student interest and ability
· Comfortable utilizing technology as a core instructional strategy
· Maintain an organized shop/classroom environment and adhere to safety protocols
· Maintain effective discipline and order in a classroom or work site environment
· Safely and effectively operate a wide variety of equipment appropriate for the signed instructional area
· Be adept at handling administrative attendance/grades/student file management
· Articulate a plan for expanding the business/industry advisory committee by seeking out and developing partnership relationships, which lead to job shadowing, mentoring, field trips, and internship opportunities for students
· Develop and enhance current course outlines to implement recommendations from advisory committee
· Attend/participate/coordinate monthly staff, cluster, and annual advisory meetings
· Willingness to engage in relevant professional development activities, which directly affect student learning.
Minimum Qualifications
* Must have a high school diploma or GED
* Must have three (3) years of verifiable work experience directly related to the Engineering field (to qualify for CTE Credential).
* One (1) of the years’ experience must have occurred within the last five (5) years
* Two (2) years’ work experience may be substituted with 48 semester units of post-secondary college level coursework related to the subject or 48 semester units of vocational training related to the subject
Education and Credentials:
* Possess or be willing to obtain a Career Technical Education Teaching Credential with EL Authorization (CTE)/Designated Subjects (DS) credential in the Engineering and Architecture industry sector or equivalent https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/designated-subjects-(cl-888)
* Possess or be willing to obtain the Certificate of Completion of Staff Development for English learners (if needed in lieu of EL Authorization for new credentials) https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/Cert-of-Completion-of-Staff-Development-(CL-824)
* Possess or be willing to obtain a Variable Term Waiver while completing credential course requirements and 2 years of teaching experience https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/certification-glossary/Waivers
* Possess or be willing to obtain a Certificate of Clearance from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing website once fingerprinting is completed https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/certificate-of-clearance-(cl-900)
* Possess or be willing to obtain CPR Certification that covers infant, child, and adult CPR skills.
School Year: August 3, 2026 – approximately May 28, 2027 (186 days). Full-time, however, subject to enrollment.
Full-time salary range for teachers at MVROP, based upon the 2025-2026 salary schedule, is $78,687 - $98,419 to start. Teachers with longevity at MVROP and appropriate education may earn as much as $126,952. Salary placement is based on education, experience, and assignment. Benefits include participation in the State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) or Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employee/employer-paid medical and dental benefits available. Employee-paid vision benefit available.
Pay: $78,687.00 - $98,419.00 per year
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Education:
* High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
* engineering: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Knowledge of
· Current trends and research related to the practices, training, and employment in the Engineering field
* Curriculum and instructional materials for the assigned subject area
* Effective techniques of student supervision, motivation, retention, and discipline
* Effective student testing evaluation methods and techniques
Ability to
· Demonstrate knowledge of current industry standards/technology
· Be adept at handling multiple levels of student interest and ability
· Comfortable utilizing technology as a core instructional strategy
· Maintain an organized shop/classroom environment and adhere to safety protocols
· Maintain effective discipline and order in a classroom or work site environment
· Safely and effectively operate a wide variety of equipment appropriate for the signed instructional area
· Be adept at handling administrative attendance/grades/student file management
· Articulate a plan for expanding the business/industry advisory committee by seeking out and developing partnership relationships, which lead to job shadowing, mentoring, field trips, and internship opportunities for students
· Develop and enhance current course outlines to implement recommendations from advisory committee
· Attend/participate/coordinate monthly staff, cluster, and annual advisory meetings
· Willingness to engage in relevant professional development activities, which directly affect student learning.
Minimum Qualifications
* Must have a high school diploma or GED
* Must have three (3) years of verifiable work experience directly related to the Engineering field (to qualify for CTE Credential).
* One (1) of the years’ experience must have occurred within the last five (5) years
* Two (2) years’ work experience may be substituted with 48 semester units of post-secondary college level coursework related to the subject or 48 semester units of vocational training related to the subject
Education and Credentials:
* Possess or be willing to obtain a Career Technical Education Teaching Credential with EL Authorization (CTE)/Designated Subjects (DS) credential in the Engineering and Architecture industry sector or equivalent https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/designated-subjects-(cl-888)
* Possess or be willing to obtain the Certificate of Completion of Staff Development for English learners (if needed in lieu of EL Authorization for new credentials) https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/Cert-of-Completion-of-Staff-Development-(CL-824)
* Possess or be willing to obtain a Variable Term Waiver while completing credential course requirements and 2 years of teaching experience https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/certification-glossary/Waivers
* Possess or be willing to obtain a Certificate of Clearance from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing website once fingerprinting is completed https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/certificate-of-clearance-(cl-900)
* Possess or be willing to obtain CPR Certification that covers infant, child, and adult CPR skills.
School Year: August 3, 2026 – approximately May 28, 2027 (186 days). Full-time, however, subject to enrollment.
Full-time salary range for teachers at MVROP, based upon the 2025-2026 salary schedule, is $78,687 - $98,419 to start. Teachers with longevity at MVROP and appropriate education may earn as much as $126,952. Salary placement is based on education, experience, and assignment. Benefits include participation in the State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) or Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employee/employer-paid medical and dental benefits available. Employee-paid vision benefit available.
Pay: $78,687.00 - $98,419.00 per year
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Education:
* High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
* engineering: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person