Automotive Service Teacher (CTE) - Posted To Create A Candidate Pipeline

Baltimore County Public Schools; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dynamic Automotive Service Teacher to inspire and prepare students for careers in the automotive industry. This role involves providing comprehensive instruction in automotive service excellence, fostering critical thinking, and developing essential workplace skills. You will create a safe and engaging learning environment while collaborating with local employers and post-secondary institutions to enhance career pathways. If you are passionate about automotive technology and education, this opportunity allows you to make a significant impact in students' lives and future careers.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Program

Medical Plans

Dental Plans

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Coverage

Paid Holidays

Sick Leave

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• High school diploma plus 3 years automotive experience required.
• Teaching experience preferred; ASE certification is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in automotive service technology and maintain a safe learning environment.
• Manage automotive service technology program and collaborate with employers.

Skills

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification

Teaching Skills

Computer Technology Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Maryland Educator Certificate

ASE Certification in A1 - A8

Tools

Automotive Diagnostic Tools

Computer Software for Automotive Industry

Database Applications

Job description

Automotive Service Teacher (CTE) - Posted To Create A Candidate Pipeline JobID: 21673

• Position Type:
  TEACH - SECONDARY/ CTE AUTO SERVICE (T31000)
• Date Posted:
  10/1/2024
• Location:
  DISTRICT WIDE (000000)
• Closing Date:
  09/30/2025

BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
JOB TITLE: CTE Automotive Service Teacher
SCHEDULE: Full Time and Part Time positions available
REPORTS TO: Principal
DEFINITION: To provide instructional and leadership services that prepare students with the related academic, critical thinking, computer technology, work place readiness and technical skills essential to pursuing career pathways in the automotive service industry. Essential instruction will prepare students with Automotive Service Excellence/National Automotive Technology Educational Foundation (ASE/NATEF) entry certification and employment skills.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Provide instruction and course/program management of ASE/NATEF Automotive Service Technology certified skill development in the major area of engine performance, suspension and steering, brakes, electrical/electronic systems, and preventative maintenance.
• Provide and maintain a safe and orderly learning environment with equipment maintenance and enforcement of all safety regulations.
• Manage school/program shop accounts and procedures essential to the operation of a school-based automotive service technology facility.
• Provide instruction in teamwork, communications, problem solving, decision-making, computer technology, and hands-on technical skills, which relate to the automotive workplace.
• Work with staff and post-secondary institutions to develop and maintain Tech Prep career pathways, which prepare students for apprenticeship, industry certification, and community college and university degree programs.
• Use ASE/NATEF industry standards to prepare instructional material needed to effectively deliver the automotive service technology program.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and provide support for student placement and participation in capstone cooperative education opportunities in automotive service and other related career areas.
• Work with employers and community groups to establish, promote and participate in an active automotive service technology program advisory council.
• Participate in program promotion, public relations, recruitment and selection of students for automotive service technology career completer program.
• Maintain ASE/NATEF certification of school program through required personal ASE certification, program advisory committees, continuing automotive education training, and maintaining appropriate records.
• Promote and support student involvement in youth organizations and automotive skills competitions.
• Create an instructional environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Communicate standards, achievements, and deficiencies to students and parents. Meet with students and parents.
• Maintain complete and accurate student academic, attendance, and disciplinary records. Monitor and assess students’ academic progress.
• Collaborate with school administrators, other teachers, paraeducators, parents, and community members in the education of students.
• Contribute to the mission of the Baltimore County Public Schools system by striving to attain school goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent plus three years’ experience (of the last ten years) as an automotive mechanic or in a related field.
• Teaching experience preferred.

Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of a Maryland Educator Certificate appropriate to the area of assignment.
OR
Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator License appropriate to the area of assignment.
Possession or eligibility for ASE certification in A1 - A8 required. ASE Master Certification preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge and expertise with computer equipment operations and software application relating to the automotive and transportation industry.
• Knowledge of curriculum, effective instructional techniques, instructional materials and equipment. Skills in preparing, implementing lesson plans and instructing students.
• Skill in communicating with students, their parents, administrators, and others.
• Skill in supervising students and managing behavior.
• Technology competency.
• Knowledge of and skill in the use of database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
The work of this class is generally performed in a school-based automotive service laboratory and classroom. Work will require the ability to move around the school and classroom.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Requires attendance at after-school and evening meetings and events.
GRADE: TABCO 10-month pay scale
SALARY: $60,000-$119,522
OTHER COMPENSATION: Position may be eligible for relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement.
FLSA: Exempt
RETIREMENT: Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.
BENEFITS:BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves.
Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required
Application Instructions
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Each time an applicant applies to a job with BCPS, the application must be resubmitted.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application.
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience.
• Be sure to answer all criminal background questions.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via escript/clearinghouse from your university.
• All newly hired personnelmustattend aBenefits and Retirement Orientationmeeting.

Non-Discrimination Statement
The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities.
Contact Information
Wendy Gigler
Secondary Staffing Team
6901 N. Charles Street, E Building
Towson, Maryland 21204
Phone:[phone]
Email: [e-mail]