CTE Teacher - Automotive Technology

Lufkin, Inc; Texas; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lufkin Independent School District seeks an Automotive Career and Technical Education Teacher for Lufkin High School. You will provide hands-on instruction, develop practicums and industry partnerships, and guide students toward post-secondary opportunities and industry certifications.

Responsibilities include creating engaging lessons, managing classroom conduct, coordinating field experiences, and supporting student organizations. Relevant Texas CTE certification and experience required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, associate's degree, or high school diploma/GED and equivalent wage-earning experience as required by certification
• Valid Texas career and technical education certificate with required license, endorsements, and training for subject and level assigned
• Demonstrated competency in the career and technical education subject area assigned
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Knowledge of proper use and maintenance of professional automotive equipment
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Ability to oversee student field experiences in career area assigned
• Ability to seek industry partnerships to obtain additional learning opportunities for students
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• One year student teaching or approved internship
• Two to five years of wage-earning experience in the area of certification

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required
• Instruct students in knowledge and skills required in automotive occupation using lectures, discussions, labs, field studies, and industry-related experiences
• Plan and use instructional strategies and materials reflecting learning styles and guidelines
• Provide opportunities to practice basic and advanced automotive technical skills and safety
• Assist in developing students' professionalism for automotive industry work
• Recruit and maintain student organizations and advisory committees
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan activities
• Collaborate with special education staff to modify curricula per IEPs
• Work with staff to determine instructional goals and methods per district requirements
• Plan and assign work to aides/volunteers and oversee completion
• Supervise and support extracurricular activities as assigned
• Maintain classroom environment conducive to learning and safe behavior
• Communicate professionally with parents, students, colleagues, and community

Job description

• Position Type: Career and Technical Education - CTE/ CTE- Teacher
• Date Posted: 10/12/2026
• Location: 001 LUFKIN HIGH

Job Title: Automotive Career and Technical Education Teacher

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional

Reports to: Principal

Dept./School: CTE/Lufkin High School

Primary Purpose

Provide students with appropriate, hands-on, learning activities and meaningful instruction. Assist in developing student's competencies that allow them to successfully enter a post-secondary school and/or training program or entrance to the job market with the ability to function in a multifaceted industry that offers ever-expanding opportunities. Assist in creating Practicum and job shadowing experiences for seniors enrolled in Practicum of Automotive Technology. Provide opportunities for students to earn industry certifications. Provide opportunities for student growth by assisting in providing a student organization, student competitions, and advisory committee for program.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

Bachelor's degree, associate's degree, or high school diploma/GED and equivalent wage-earning experience as required by certification

Valid Texas career and technical education certificate with required license, endorsements, and training for subject and level assigned

Demonstrated competency in the career and technical education subject area assigned

Special Knowledge/Skills

General knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Knowledge of proper use and maintenance of professional automotive equipment

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Ability to oversee student field experiences in career area assigned

Ability to seek industry partnerships to obtain additional learning opportunities for students

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience

One year student teaching or approved internship

Two to five years of wage-earning experience in the area of certification

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Strategies

Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual student differences.

Instruct students in the knowledge and skills required in a specific occupation within the automotive field, using a systematic plan of lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations, module learning, peer tutoring, laboratory use, shop and field studies, industry related field trips live and virtual, and/or guest speakers.

Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations.

Provide opportunities to effectively practice basic and advanced technical skills in automotive technology, safety, and service.

Assist in developing student's sense of professionalism necessary for working successfully in the automotive industry.

Assist in recruiting and maintaining the student organization and advisory committee associated with this course.

Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.

Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).

Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.

Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.

Student Growth and Development

Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.

Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned. Sponsor outside activities approved by the campus principal.

Present a positive role model for students, support mission of school district.

Classroom Management and Organization

Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.

Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Communication

Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Professional Growth and Development

Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.

Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.

Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Other

Comply with federal, state, and local regulations related to the occupational area assigned.

Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance; comply with notification procedures for absences.

Other duties as assigned.

Customer Care Skills

Provide professional communication with students, parents, community members, staff, and other professionals always.

Always use proper phone etiquette, speaking slowly and clearly. Take reliable messages and route to the appropriate staff.

Ensure superior customer care skills are used via eye contact, facial expressions, voice inflections, body language, and an attitude of "going the extra mile" for others.

Create and maintain a welcoming, service-oriented environment toward all internal and external customers.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct the work of assigned instructional aide(s).

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; [P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED) Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Frequent walking Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move text books and classroom equipment Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

Additional Job Information: Applying for this posting places your name in a pool of applicants who wish to be considered for this position. All applications will be reviewed. Not all applicants will be interviewed.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required

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