Public Safety Instructor

Public Safety Instructor Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School - Northampton, Massachusetts Job Details

Job ID:

5678116

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Aug 26, 2026 Job Description Overview of the

Position:

The Public Safety Instructor works in a typical school environment under the supervision of certified school personnel and under the general supervision of the principal. This position requires full knowledge, understanding and instruction of the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks for Public Safety. The Public Safety Instructor will spend approximately seventy-five percent of their time teaching hands-on practical applications in a shop setting and twenty-five percent teaching theory in the classroom.

Primary Functions:

• All teachers, while in the service of Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School, shall affirm and accept their responsibility to practice their profession according to the highest ethical standards.

They shall recognize the supreme importance of the pursuit of truth, the encouragement of scholarship, the promotion of democratic citizenship, and the development of career-technical skills. They shall regard as essential to these goals the protection of freedom to learn and to teach, and the guarantee of equal educational opportunity for all.

• Establish and maintain a classroom culture of safety, strong work ethic, and respect.
• With the aid of the Massachusetts Career and Technical Education (CTE) Frameworks, advice from industry, and the advisory board, instructors will develop and implement a curriculum scope and sequence in accordance with industry guidelines for Public Safety and abide by all Chapter 74 laws. Work to engage and encourage students while respecting individual abilities and progress.
• Establish follow-up and monitoring safety procedures for all shop activities.
• Establish evaluation criteria for classroom and shop projects to measure progress and competency.
• Develop and implement hands-on projects that align with the CTE Framework.
• Maintain and update course syllabi; assist in the development of new curricula.
• Develop and implement daily lesson plans to teach skills required to master Public Safety and related competencies.
• Prepare outlines of instructional programs and training schedules and establish course goals.
• Determine need for supplies; ensure proper storage and security of supplies, tools, and equipment; obtain quotes as needed.
• Provide immediate supervision to all students to ensure their safety.
• Implement evaluation devices of student learning to measure progress and competency.
• Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return work promptly to promote maximum learning.
• Administer oral, written, or performance tests to measure progress and to evaluate training effectiveness.
• Prepare reports and maintain accurate records of student grades, attendance, shop hours, and training activity details.
• Select and assemble books, materials, supplies, and equipment for training, courses, or projects.
• Present lectures and conduct discussions to increase students' knowledge and competence using visual aids, such as graphs, charts, and slides.
• Learn and use technology to enhance teaching and educational experience when appropriate.
• Stay current in subject matter through professional development, involvement in professional organizations, researching information, and attending professional meetings, conferences, or workshops.
• Develop specific goals and plans to organize, prioritize, and complete assignments accurately and promptly.
• Prepare students for entry-level employment, advanced training, or career advancement and post- secondary education.
• Substitute for other instructors within the field or discipline in case of an absence.
• Attend instructor and departmental meetings as scheduled and participate in parent/teacher nights, the community open house, and other events as needed.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and parents.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills in communication with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators as an individual or on a team.
• Work collaboratively with others, maintaining the mission of the school and progress in reaching the school's improvement plan goals.
• Transport students to off-campus activities and supervise to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Additional duties and relevant responsibilities as assigned by the high school administration.

WORKDAY:

The workday is 7:30 am to 2:40 pm. Work year as per the Unit D contract. The salary range is based on the Unit D Contract, and placement on the salary scale by the principal is determined by relevant work experience, licensure, and educational level. Hiring is contingent upon successful CORI and Fingerprint Background Check clearance. Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, disability, religion or sexual orientation.

Position Type:

Full-time