Woodworking Teacher

Position range in Grafton County $46k - $82k Per Year Woodworking Teacher Richmond Middle School

Occupation:

Teachers and Instructors, All Other

Location:

Hanover, NH - 03755

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More)

Posted:

05/08/2026 Positions available: 1

Source:

SchoolSpring

Web Site:

www.schoolspring.com Job #: 5634282 Job Requirements and Properties Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Partial Job Description. Ignite creativity as our next woodworking teacher at the Frances C Richmond Middle School in Hanover, NH. Do your best days end with wood shavings on your boots and a shop full of inspired students? The Richmond Middle School is looking for a passionate Woodworking Teacher to join our vibrant elective team.

The ideal candidate will possess technical expertise in woodworking and the pedagogical skill to guide 11- to 14-year-olds through the journey of turning a rough board into a masterpiece of their own visioning. We are a dynamic community of artists and professionals who believe the shop is a place where students transform from cautious beginners into independent makers. If you are ready to guide the next generation of builders through the journey of safety, skill-building, and self-driven design, we want to meet you! Position is full time and begins 8/24/2026. Open until filled. This position is governed by the HEA Union Agreement. Salary range for this position is $55,545 to $114,221, depending on education and experience. Please visit the Information for New Hires page for details about benefits and more.

POSITION TITLE

WOODWORKING TEACHER Job Description Approved By:

SAU 70

Date:

4/17/2026

General Purpose:

To provide a comprehensive technical and creative woodworking education that motivates each student to design and create original works of craftsmanship while developing mastery of tools, shop safety, and material science.

Reports to:

Principal Supervises:

N/A POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Except as specifically noted, the following functions are considered essential to this position:

• Teach woodworking knowledge and skills, including joinery, wood turning, furniture construction, and the application of finishes.
• Guide students through the design process, helping them translate conceptual ideas into plans and finished products.
• Manage the woodshop, including the maintenance of all tools and machines.
• Maintain a rigorous safety program. Conduct safety instruction for all students on all machinery, tools, and equipment, and maintain all equipment in peak operating condition.
• Manage the procurement of lumber, supplies, hardware, consumables, and safety gear within the assigned budget.
• Evaluate the engagement and progress of students and prepare report cards
• Foster an inclusive environment that emphasizes craftsmanship, problem-solving, pride in work, and soft skills like punctuality and shop clean-up.
• Maintain open lines of communication with parents, staff, and administration.
• Participate in faculty meetings and curriculum revision to align woodworking with broader district educational goals.
• Must comply with all SAU 70 District policy and building / department rules, procedures, practices, and objectives.

Evaluation:

Performance of duty responsibilities will be reviewed annually by the building administrator or their designee.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Full time, school year

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Skilled woodworker
• Relevant teaching experience

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Master Craftsman/woodworker with an emphasis on technical precision
• Expert in advanced fabrication and wood science
• Knowledge of shop air-filtration systems and safety standards is essential
• Constant situational awareness to monitor multiple students operating high-powered machinery simultaneously, ensuring a zero-accident environment
• Ability to develop and implement rigorous safety testing protocols and procedures for equipment
• Knowledge of inventory management, including lumber grading, hardware procurement, and budget tracking
• Ability to teach students how to safely operate complex machinery
• Ability to remain calm and decisive in a high-activity shop environment
• Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Ability to operate a personal computer using standard or customised software applications appropriate to the assigned tasks

LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Licensed teacher with Technology & Engineering endorsement (or eligibility for licensure & endorsement)

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS

Primary Physical Requirements:

(Not, Rarely, Occasionally, or Frequently Required) 1. Lift up to 10 lbs: Frequently required 2. Lift 11 to 25 lbs: Occasionally required 3. Lift 25 to 50 lbs: Occasionally required 4. Lift over 50 lbs: Not required 5. Carry up to 10 lbs: Frequently required 6. Carry 11 to 25 lbs: Occasionally required 7. Carry 26 to 50 lbs: Rarely required 8. Carry over 50 lbs: Not required 9.

Reach above shoulder height:

Occasionally required 10.

Reach at shoulder height:

Occasionally required 11.

Reach below shoulder height:

Occasionally required 12.

Push/Pull:

Rarely required

Hand Manipulation:

(Not, Rarely, Occasionally, or Frequently Required) 1.

Keyboarding:

Frequently required 2.

Gross Manipulation:

Frequently required 3.

Fine Manipulation:

Frequently required

Other Physical Consideration:

(Not, Rarely, Occasionally, or Frequently Required) 1.

Twisting:

Frequently required 2.

Bending:

Frequently required 3.

Crawling:

Rarely required 4.

Squatting:

Rarely required 5.

Kneeling:

Rarely required 6.

Crouching:

Rarely required 7.

Climbing:

Occasionally required 8.

Balancing:

Rarely required During the Work Day, Employee is Required to: 1.

Sit:

up to 3 consecutive hours 2.

Stand:

up to 3 consecutive hours 3.

Walk:

up to 1 consecutive hour Cognitive and Sensory Requirement(s): 1. Effectively exchange and receive information;and instructions, and respond to inquiries 1. Communicate with others; 1. Observe students and staff to ensure safety

Work Environment:

Inside:

up to 100%

Outside:

up to 20% Work Surface(s): Cement floor, tile floor

Other Training, Skills and Experience Requirements:

Ability to work with staff, students, parents, and the community Applicants will be subjected to a criminal background check as required by state law.