Job Description:
If you are interested in applying for the position, please complete the application process on the District website https://www.raypec.org/o/rpsd/page/work-for-ray-pec.

The Raymore-Peculiar School District is seeking a highly qualified individual for the position of Carpentry Teacher for the 2025-2026 School Year at the LEAD Center.  The ideal candidate will have experience in residential and/or commercial carpentry and a strong desire to prepare high school students for careers in the skilled trades. This position involves teaching hands-on carpentry skills, safety procedures, blueprint reading, and industry best practices in a dynamic learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver engaging lessons in carpentry, covering topics such as framing, finishing, blueprint reading, and shop safety.
• Provide hands-on instruction in the use of carpentry tools, equipment, and materials.
• Integrate industry standards and certifications into the curriculum (e.g., OSHA 10, NCCER, or other trade certifications).
• Assess student progress through practical demonstrations, projects, and written evaluations.
• Manage and maintain a safe and organized workshop environment.
• Foster industry partnerships for student internships, apprenticeships, and job placements.
• Stay current with trends and advancements in carpentry and workforce needs.
• Participate in professional development, school meetings, and student advisory programs as required.

Qualifications:  

• Career Education Temporary Authorization Certificate (CTAC) Required. To qualify for a CTAC an individual must possess one of the following qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university and four thousand (4,000) hours of Department-approved, closely related occupational experience obtained within the past ten (10) years; or
  • Associate's degree from an accredited college or university and five thousand (5,000) hours of Department-approved, closely related occupational experience within the past ten (10) years; or
  • No degree and six thousand (6,000) hours of Department-approved, closely related occupational experience obtained within the past ten (10) years. 

Salary: 

• Dependent on years of experience and level of education.  

Benefits: 

• District paid employee medical, dental, and life insurance (with option to purchase coverage for spouse, children, or family).
• Employee option to purchase voluntary benefits including vision insurance, short term disability, long term disability and other supplemental insurance policies. 
• 10 Days Paid Time Off per year.
• District matched retirement contribution of 14.5% to Public School Retirement System (PSRS).