MEPS / Residential & Commercial Construction Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: HCDE Salary Scale

Position Overview

Ivy Academy is seeking a dynamic, hands-on educator to serve as a MEPS (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Systems) OR a Residential/Commercial Construction Teacher for the 20262027 school year. The ideal candidate will inspire students through project-based learning, industry-aligned instruction, & real-world construction applications while preparing students for careers, certifications, apprenticeships, & post-secondary opportunities in the skilled trades & construction industries.

This position is an exciting opportunity to help students develop technical skills, professionalism, leadership, & career readiness in a growing & high-demand field.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach courses related to:
  • Residential Construction
  • Commercial Construction
  • Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Systems (MEPS)
  • Construction Safety and OSHA standards
  • Blueprint reading and construction technology
  • Tools, equipment, and jobsite practices
• Develop engaging, standards-based lessons using hands-on and project-based instruction
• Maintain a safe, organized, and industry-relevant lab/shop environment
• Integrate employability skills, teamwork, communication, and professionalism into instruction
• Support students in earning industry-recognized certifications when applicable
• Collaborate with local industry partners, workforce organizations, and post-secondary institutions
• Participate in CTSO/student leadership opportunities and career pathway events
• Maintain accurate student records, grades, and instructional documentation
• Communicate effectively with students, families, staff, and community partners

Qualifications

Preferred candidates will possess:

• Valid Tennessee teaching certification in Construction, Engineering, CTAE, or a related field OR eligibility for alternative certification pathways
• Industry experience in residential and/or commercial construction trades
• Knowledge of MEPS systems and construction processes
• Experience with construction safety practices and OSHA standards
• Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in an innovative educational environment

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, or general contracting
• NCCER, OSHA, or related industry certifications
• Experience working with high school students or youth programs
• Familiarity with project-based learning and career-focused education
• Passion for workforce development and skilled trades education

Ivy Academy is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity within its faculty, staff, and student community.

*Please Note: We are required by TN Law to run a full background check. Your fingerprints will be submitted to TBI and FBI. Please make sure to indicate if you have ever been convicted, pled guilty, or pled nolo contendere to a criminal offense. The disclosure of a conviction does not automatically preclude you from employment with Ivy Academy. However, falsification of your application may result in an offer of employment being withdrawn and/or preclude you from employment. Furthermore, knowingly falsifying information required by TCA 49-5-406(a)(1) constitutes a Class A misdemeanor which must be reported to the District Attorney General for prosecution.