Kentucky Tech Instructor Rank III- Law and Public Safety Instructor (156-OCTE)

Commonwealth of Kentucky

Bowling Green (KY)

On-site

USD 43,000 - 59,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
HRA/ FSA
Dental and vision insurance
Life insurance
State retirement system
Paid leave
Paid holidays
Deferred Compensation
Professional development
Employee resources
Wellness programs

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky's Warren County ATC in Bowling Green seeks a Law and Public Safety Instructor who is dedicated, knowledgeable, and passionate about guiding students toward careers in public safety. You will teach occupational preparatory classes within a career and technical education program and support program goals.

Qualifications include a Rank III Kentucky teaching certificate or eligibility, or four years of related experience; police officer/instructor certification is

Qualifications

  • Must hold the Rank III Kentucky teaching certificate in the subject area to be taught; OR 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 relevant work experience

Job description

Kentucky Tech Instructor Rank III- Law and Public Safety Instructor (156-OCTE)

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: 365 Technology Way
Bowling Green, KY 42101 USA

Description

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 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 businesses 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. KDE is committed to fostering environments that welcome and respect all individuals, both in Kentucky’s public schools and the KDE workforce.

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 Warren County ATC in Bowling Green, KY is looking for a Law and Public Safety 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 include:
  • 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 Kentucky Teachers’ Retirement System.

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

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.): Certification as a police officer or police instructor from Kentucky Law Enforcement Council.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Tyler Ghee at Tyler.Ghee@Warren.kyschools.us or 270-746-7205.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

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