Teacher CTE -Paint and Collision Repair Teacher

Plano ISD; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 56,700 - 69,300; Full time

Job summary

Plano ISD is seeking a dedicated Paint & Collision Repair Teacher to provide hands-on instruction in collision repair and automotive damage assessment in Plano, Texas. The candidate must have industry experience and TEA certification.

The role involves teaching students skills essential for ASE and I-CAR credentials while maintaining equipment and preparing students for competitions. Join us to help shape future automotive technicians!

Qualifications

• Industry experience in automotive paint/collision.
• TEA certification is required.
• Ability to teach in grades 6-12.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction in body repair and refinishing techniques.
• Maintain refinishing equipment and tools.
• Prepare students for ASE and I-CAR credentials.
• Support partnerships with collision repair shops.
• Prepare students for competitive events.

Skills

Collision repair

Refinishing techniques

Structural analysis

Automotive damage assessment

Education

TEA certification in Technology Education or Trade and Industrial Education or Trade and Industrial Workforce Training

Tools

Computer

Scanner

Printer

Copier

Calculator

Job description

CTE Center Position- Paint & Collision Repair Teacher

Pay Grade: 820 (Min $340.54 per day)

Work Days: 185

2025-2026 New Hire Schedule (First year teacher salary $63,000)

Check the new hire schedule for pay based on years of experience. Click the link above to see the full schedule.

Primary Purpose

The Paint & Collision Repair Teacher provides hands-on instruction in collision repair, refinishing techniques, structural analysis, and automotive damage assessment.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• Industry experience in automotive paint/collision.

TEA certification in one of the following areas

• Technology Education: Grades 6-12


• Trade and Industrial Education: Grades 6-12 – This assignment requires appropriate work approval; Grades 8-12 – This assignment requires appropriate work approval.


• Trade and Industrial Workforce Training: Grades 6-12. This assignment requires appropriate work approval.


• Vocational Trades and Industry – This assignment requires appropriate work approval.

Special Knowledge/Skills

Collision repair, refinishing techniques, structural analysis, and automotive damage assessment.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Deliver instruction in body repair, painting, refinishing techniques, structural analysis, automotive damage assessment, estimating, and shop safety.


• Maintain refinishing equipment, spray booths, and tools.


• Prepare students for ASE and I-CAR credentials.


• Support partnerships with collision repair shops.


• Prepare students for competitive events (e.g., SkillsUSA).


• Secure opportunities for work-based learning, internships and/or employment.

Equipment Used

Computer, scanner, printer, copier, calculator

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

Reading; ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling; prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds

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