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

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Eastwood Hills (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

HRA / FSA

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

State retirement & deferred comp

Paid leave

Paid holidays

Professional development and training

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking a Welding Instructor Rank III at OCTE to teach occupational preparatory classes within a Career and Technical Education program at the Meade County site in Brandenburg, KY. The role involves delivering state-approved CTE pathways and collaborating with KDE and local districts to prepare students for future careers.

The position requires a Rank III Kentucky teaching certificate or eligibility, plus a Kentucky Statement of Eligibility, and four years of relevant

Qualifications

• Rank III Kentucky teaching certificate or eligibility.
• Kentucky Statement of Eligibility in the subject area.
• Four years of relevant work experience, two in the last five years.
• Must be able to acquire personal national certifications (NCCR, ABC, AGC).

Responsibilities

• Teaches occupational preparatory classes within a CTE program.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education

Rank III Kentucky teaching certificate or eligibility

Kentucky Statement of Eligibility

Four years of relevant work experience

Job description

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Job ID

2605249

Title

Kentucky Tech Instructor Rank III- Welding 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

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Hiring Agency

Education & Labor Cabinet | Department of Education

Location

110 Greer St
Brandenburg, KY 40108 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 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.KDE is committed to fostering environments that welcome and respect all individuals, both in Kentucky’s publicschools and the KDE workforce.

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.

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

OUR CORE VALUES

• Equity
• Achievement
• Collaboration
• Integrity

The Meade County College and Career Center in Brandenburg, KY is looking for a Welding 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.

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.

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 (NCCR, ABC, AGC). Applicants can be hired without the neededpersonal certifications but must acquire the needed certification at the next available testing period.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Nicholas Sutherland at [e-mail] or 270-422-7525.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D