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

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Alexandria (KY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Campbell Area Technology Center in Alexandria, KY, is seeking an HVAC Instructor with Rank III certification to join the Kentucky Department of Education's OCTE. This is a full‑time position in the Executive Branch with a 37.5 hour work week.

Responsibilities include teaching occupational preparatory classes within a career and technical education program and performing other duties as required. Minimum requirements include Rank III teaching certificate or eligibility, plus the ability to

Qualifications

• Must hold Rank III Kentucky teaching certificate or Kentucky Statement of Eligibility.
• Four years of appropriate work experience, two of which must be in the last five years.
• Must be able to acquire the personal national certifications applicable to the program area (A+Cert, NCCER, ABC, AGC, ASE).
• Applicants under contract with a local school district must submit a written release from their superintendent before an offer of employment can be extended.

Responsibilities

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

Education

Rank III Kentucky teaching certificate

Kentucky Statement of Eligibility

Four years of appropriate work experience (two in last five years)

Job description

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

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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

Location

909 Camel Crossing
Alexandria, KY 41001 USA

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 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 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.

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

OUR CORE VALUES:

• Equity
• Achievement
• Collaboration
• Integrity

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

Responsibilities include:

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

Benefits and Perks

• Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays
• Overtime and compensatory time
• Affordable health insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account
• Life insurance
• Retirement
• Wellness incentives program
• Training and career development opportunities
• Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)

Salary: Dependent upon 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 ifyou believe that KDE has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of HomelandSecurity (DHS) at 1-888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/.

If you’re ready to join a team committed to empowering students to become postsecondary ready- this is the jobfor you. We look forward to receiving your application!

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 Carolyn Stewart at [e-mail] or 859-635-4101.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D