Kentucky Tech Instructor Rank III- Diesel Technology Instructor (156-OCTE)

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Hebron Estates (KY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

HRA & FSA

Dental & vision

Life insurance

State retirement & 401k

Paid leave

Paid holidays

Deferred compensation

Professional development

Employee recognition

Wellness programs

Job summary

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) Office of Career and Technical Education (OCTE) operates 50 Area Technology Centers (ATCs) which serve 115 local feeder districts. A state Area Technology Center (ATC) is a secondary state operated school facility dedicated to offering state approved four (4)-course Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways within CTE program areas identified by the OCTE.

We are reshaping the future by preparing Kentucky's students for the careers of tomorrow,

Qualifications

• Must hold Rank III Kentucky teaching certificate in the subject area.
• OR Kentucky Statement of Eligibility.
• OR four years of relevant work experience, two of which must be in the last five years.
• Must be able to acquire personal national certifications applicable to the program area (A+ Cert, NCCER, ABC, AGC, ASE). Applicant can be hired without the needed personal certifications but must acquire the needed certification at the next available testing period.
• If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Deborah Cembrook at [e-mail] or 859-689-7855.

Responsibilities

• Teaches occupational preparatory classes within a career and technical education program.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education

Rank III Kentucky teaching certificate

Kentucky Statement of Eligibility

Four years of relevant work experience

Job description

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Kentucky Tech Instructor Rank III- Diesel Technology Instructor (156-OCTE)

$50,706.00 - $69,237.00 Annually

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | TECH ED-STANDARD | 37.5 HR/WK

3320 Cougar Path
Hebron, KY 41048 USA

Education & Labor Cabinet | Department of Education

Description

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) Office of Career and Technical Education (OCTE) operates 50 AreaTechnology Centers (ATCs) which serve 115 local feeder districts. A state Area Technology Center (ATC) is asecondary state operated school facility dedicated to the primary purpose of offering state approved four (4)-course Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways within CTE program areas identified by the OCTE. We areshaping the future by preparing Kentucky's students for the careers of tomorrow, collaborating closely withbusiness and industry partners to do so. Explore the endless possibilities within our dynamic CTE community!

The Area Technology Centers under the Office of Career and Technical Education are organizationally part ofthe Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), a service agency within the Commonwealth of Kentucky under theEducation and Workforce Development Cabinet. KDE supports the ATCs through guidance, resources, and oversightas part of its broader mission to ensure success for every student in Kentucky’s P-12 public education system.

This position is advertised as part of KRS Chapter 156 OCTE for employment through the Office of Career and Technical Education.It is not subject to the provisions of KRS 18A for classified or unclassified service

KDE Mission:To partner with districts, schools, families, students, business, industry, and communities to provideleadership and support to ensure success for each and every student.

• Equity
• Achievement
• Collaboration
• Integrity

The Boone Area Technology Center in Hebron, KY is looking for an Diesel Technology Instructor who isdedicated, knowledgeable, and passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of students. Thisposition offers a unique and rewarding opportunity to work in a dynamic, challenging, and student-focusedenvironment.

• Comprehensive health insurance (effective first day of employment)
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Optional insurance (dental and vision)
• Life insurance
• State retirement system and deferred compensation options
• Paid leave
• Paid holidays
• Deferred Compensation and Free financial planning program
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee resource and recognition programs
• Employee wellness programs

• Teaches occupational preparatory classes within a career and technical education program.
• Performs other duties as required.

Salary: Dependent on rank and experience

In accordance with KRS 161.220 the applicant selected for this position will become a member of the KentuckyTeachers’ Retirement System.

Applicants and employees in this classification may be required to submit to a drug screening test andbackground check.

Applicants under contract with a local school district must submit a written release from their superintendentbefore an offer of employment can be extended.

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal governmentwith your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. KDE will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KDE has violated its E-Verify responsibilities,please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at1-888-897-7781 or https://dhs.gov/e-verify

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Must hold the Rank III Kentucky teaching certificate in the subject area to be taught;
OR
Must hold a Kentucky Statement of Eligibility in the subject area to be taught;
OR
Four years of appropriate work experience, two of which must be in the last five years.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be able to acquire the personal nationalcertifications applicable to the program area (A+Cert, NCCER, ABC, AGC, ASE). Applicant can be hired withoutthe needed personal certifications but must acquire the needed certification at the next available testingperiod.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Deborah Cembrook at [e-mail] or 859-689-7855.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D