New Waverly Independent School District

355 Front Street New Waverly, Texas 77358 Human Resources: (936) 344-6751

Agriculture Mechanics & Welding Instructor

Job Description

Reports to: Campus Principal Dept./School: Assigned Campus / NWISD Contract: 10–12 Month (as assigned) Exemption Status: Exempt/Professional

Primary Purpose

The Agriculture Mechanics Instructor provides rigorous, hands-on instruction aligned with the Texas Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources (AFNR) Career Cluster and the Agriculture Mechanics Program of Study. The instructor prepares students for postsecondary education, industry careers, and industry-based certifications—specifically American Welding Society (AWS) certification pathways—while maintaining the highest standards of shop safety, equipment maintenance, and risk management.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (highly preferred).
• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate in Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources OR the ability to obtain certification.
• For Candidates without a Teaching Degree: Minimum of 2–5 years of full-time, wage-earning experience in welding, fabrication, or agricultural mechanics within the last 10 years.
• Must be willing to pursue a Texas Career and Technical Education (CTE) certificate (Trade and Industrial Education) through a District of Innovation plan or alternative certification program if not already certified.
• Current AWS certifications (e.g., Certified Welder, Certified Welding Educator) are highly preferred.
• Must have or obtain a Class B CDL.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Demonstrated expertise in agricultural mechanics and welding fabrication.
• In-depth knowledge of American Welding Society (AWS) standards and welding codes.
• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and shop safety practices.
• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction within the AFNR Career Cluster.
• Ability to manage a laboratory-based instructional setting and maintain complex equipment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Experience:

• Demonstrated competency in agricultural science and mechanics.
• One year of student teaching or an approved internship (if following a traditional certification path).

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Strategies

• Develop and deliver TEKS-aligned instruction in Agriculture Mechanics courses, including Agricultural Mechanics, Structures Design & Fabrication, Equipment Design & Fabrication, and Power Systems.
• Integrate theory and applied learning in blueprint reading, CNC operation, electrical/mechanical systems, small engine repair, hydraulics, and metal fabrication.
• Provide specialized instruction in oxy-fuel cutting and plasma cutting.
• Prepare students for industry-based certifications, including AWS Certified Welder performance qualifications and NCCER (if applicable).
• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill district curriculum requirements and reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching and learning process.

FFA & Student Leadership

• Serve as an advisor to the local FFA chapter, planning leadership, career development, and competitive activities.
• Support student participation in Agricultural Mechanics CDEs, welding competitions, and Leadership Development Events (LDEs).
• Supervise student project construction for livestock shows and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Oversee Supervised Agricultural Experience Programs (SAEP) and supervise school farm activities as needed.

Classroom & Shop Management

• Manage, maintain, and troubleshoot shop equipment and tools to ensure a functional, industry-simulated learning environment.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical and social development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Take all necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintain a current inventory of all fixed assets related to the program.

Professional Growth and Communication

• Establish and maintain professional relationships and open communication with parents, students, and community members.
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other required documents.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Posture/Motion:

• Prolonged standing and walking.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and crawling while supervising shop projects.
• Frequent overhead reaching and repetitive hand motions.

Lifting:

• Regular lifting and carrying of, or moving, heavy items and equipment (45–50 lbs+).

Environment:

• Work both inside and outside; exposure to extreme temperatures, humidity, and sunlight.
• Work around machinery with moving parts and moving vehicles.
• Work on uneven or slippery surfaces and around animals.
• Frequent districtwide and statewide travel.

Mental Demands:

• Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours.

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