Design Technology STEM Teacher Curriculum IGCSE IB MYP Location Good Shepherd International School Ooty Tamil Nadu Reports to HOD DT STEM Position Type Full time Academic Year 2026-2027 About the Role Good Shepherd International School invites applications for an experienced and passionate Design Technology STEM Teacher to join our innovative academic team This role integrates product design engineering concepts digital fabrication and STEM education to deliver hands-on inquiry-driven and future-focused learning experiences for students The ideal candidate will bring strong interdisciplinary expertise combining design thinking engineering principles and STEM pedagogy to inspire creativity innovation and real-world problem-solving Minimum Qualification Required Engineering Technology Design Background B E B Tech in Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Production Engineering Electronics Engineering Electrical Engineering Computer Science Electronics Communication Engineering OR B Des in Industrial Design Product Design Graphic Design OR B Sc in Computer Science Computer Applications OR Any other equivalent professional degree in Design Engineering Technology or related STEM fields Core Competencies Subject Knowledge Product Design Design Thinking Strong understanding of the design process Design Cycle Design Thinking including research ideation prototyping evaluation and iterative improvement Ability to implement design concepts effectively in teaching and learning Expertise in critical thinking creativity innovation and problem-solving in product development Graphic Products Digital Design Proficiency in visual communication and sketching creative technical drawing engineering graphics Experience with digital design software Adobe Illustrator Photoshop etc Proficiency in CAD modelling 2D 3D - SketchUp Fusion 360 Blender or similar Understanding of branding and visual identity principles Resistant Materials Fabrication Knowledge of materials wood metals plastics composites and their properties Hands-on experience with creative modelling using paper card cardboard styrofoam wood metals and plastics Expertise in woodworking metalworking and plastic fabrication techniques Systems Controls Engineering Concepts Understanding of mechanical systems electronics automation and control mechanisms Knowledge of engineering design processes and applied engineering problem-solving Manufacturing Prototyping Experience with prototyping tools and machinery including 3D Printing Laser Cutting Engraving Vacuum Forming CNC machining preferred Strong workshop safety planning and quality management skills STEM Knowledge Integration Sound understanding of Science Physics basic Chemistry Environmental Science etc Technology programming basics digital tools educational software Engineering design processes mechanical electrical fundamentals Mathematics applied maths data handling basic statistics Ability to create interdisciplinary STEM connections for real-world problem-solving Sustainability Innovation Awareness of sustainable design practices and environmental impact of materials Knowledge of emerging trends in design engineering and educational technology Teaching Pedagogical Skills Expertise in project-based learning design thinking inquiry-based learning and hands-on prototyping Strong understanding of formative summative portfolio-based and performance-based assessment Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners Effective classroom and workshop management with a focus on safety and creativity Experience in curriculum planning aligned to IGCSE and IB MYP frameworks Proficiency in integrating CAD tools digital fabrication coding platforms and interactive technologies Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with industry and educational trends Experience Required Minimum 5 years of teaching experience in Design Technology and or STEM integration Experience with one or more of the following curricula PYP MYP IGCSE ICSE Department Overview - Design Technology STEM The Design Technology STEM Department at Good Shepherd International School is a vibrant future-focused learning environment where creativity meets innovation Our interdisciplinary curriculum emphasizes hands-on exploration real-world problem-solving and design-led thinking With state-of-the-art workshops digital fabrication tools and expert faculty students gain practical experience in product design materials technology engineering systems and STEM applications Our approach nurtures critical thinking adaptability resilience and sustainability awareness preparing students to become the designers engineers and innovators of tomorrow Join Our Team Are you passionate about inspiring creativity innovation and problem-solving Do you enjoy guiding students through real-world design challenges engineering concepts and STEM exploration Join Good Shepherd International School as a Design Technology STEM Teacher and be a catalyst for creativity innovation and future-ready learning Help shape young minds to design build and innovate for a better tomorrow

📌 Stem & Design Technology Teacher (Ooty)
🏢 Good Shepherd International School
📍 Ooty