Mechanical Drafting/CAD Instructor (15.1306) Career Technical Education

MT. PLEASANT PUBLIC SCHOOLS

INTERNAL/EXTERNAL JOB POSTING

The following position is available for the 2026-2027 school year. 

LOCATION:Gratiot-Isabella Technical Education Center � Mt. Pleasant Campus

REPORTS TO: GI-TEC Director

1.0 Mechanical Drafting/CAD Instructor (15.1306 Career Technical Education)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Michigan Secondary Teaching certificate with appropriate CTE Teaching Endorsement to teach state approved Mechanical Drafting/CAD program OR�..
• Recent and relevant work experience (requires a minimum of 4000 hours) and be willing to obtain annual authorization to teach a state approved Mechanical Drafting/CAD program.
• Relevant industry experience includes, but not limited to: Design Engineering, CAD, Additive Manufacturing, Engineering, Project Management or other industries using 3D modeling and/or blueprints.
• Knowledge of CAD software programs such as: AutoCAD, Fusion, SolidWorks, etc.
• Has undergone a physical examination, by a licensed physician, that documents capability to perform required duties.
• Has an electronic fingerprint clearance from a criminal history record check.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Provide career and technical education (CTE) program instruction, management and curriculum development
• Provide instruction and assessments to high school age students in all phases of an educational classroom and lab setting.
• Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of all high school age students
• Facilitate a classroom environment that fosters the learning of all students.
• Plan a program of study that incorporates project based learning
• Maintains a current advisory committee involved in business and industry
• Provides students with Work Based Learning (WBL) opportunities through partnerships and collaboration with business and industry
• Demonstrate leadership involvement with Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSO)
• Maintain accurate, complete, correct records, and program documentation as required by law, district policy and CTE compliance.
• Provide high quality instruction that supports and aligns to the district's educational vision and mission
• Assess and modify instructional practice leading toward increased student achievement.
• Utilize educational technology to support student's instruction and learning.
• Establish and maintain positive and effective relationships with students, peers, parents and community
• Follow all MPPS School Board policies, the MI Code of Educational Ethics and GI-TEC guidelines.

COMPENSATION: Salary and benefits as outlined in the

Agreement between the Mt. Pleasant Education Association and the Mt. 

Pleasant Board of Education.