Kentucky Tech Instructor Rank III- Electrical Instructor (156-OCTE)

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Carrollton (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

HRA / FSA

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

State retirement system

Paid leave

Paid holidays

Deferred compensation

Professional development

Employee resource programs

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky's Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) invites applications for an Electrical Instructor Rank III at the Carrollton Area Technology Center. This executive branch, full-time role is housed within OCTE and focuses on delivering CTE pathways to students across Kentucky’s ATCs.

The position emphasizes safety, standards, and industry-aligned instruction in electrical programs. The instructor will teach occupational preparatory classes, meet credentialing requirements, and

Qualifications

• 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.

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 work experience

Job description

Advertisement Closes: 10/6/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Kentucky Tech Instructor Rank III- Electrical Instructor (156-OCTE)

Req ID: req81386

Salary: $4,225.50 Monthly

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

Hiring Agency: Education & Labor Cabinet | Department of Education

1704 Highland Ave
Carrollton, KY 41088 USA

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 a secondary 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 are reshaping the future by preparing Kentucky's students for the careers of tomorrow, collaborating closely with business 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 of the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), a service agency within the Commonwealth of Kentucky under the Education and Workforce Development Cabinet. KDE supports the ATCs through guidance, resources, and oversight as 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 provide leadership and support to ensure success for each and every student.

OUR CORE VALUES

• Equity
• Achievement
• Collaboration
• Integrity

The Carroll Area Technology Center in Carrollton, KY is looking for an Electrical Instructor who is dedicated, knowledgeable, and passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of students. This position offers a unique and rewarding opportunity to work in a dynamic, challenging, and student-focused environment.

Benefits and Perks

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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 and background check.

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

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with 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) at 1-888-897-7781 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 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 Mackenzie Wright at [e-mail] or 502-732-4479.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D