Automotive Instructor

Automotive Technology Teacher

JOB DESCRIPTION QUALIFICATIONS:

Qualification Level One:

• Must be recognized as an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Master Automobile Technician and hold a G1 Certification

OR

• Must hold certification in ALL of the following fields:

• A4 - Suspension & Steering

• A5 - Brakes

• A6 - Electrical/Electronic Systems

• G1 - Auto Maintenance and Light Repair

Qualification Level Two:

• 7 years full-time work experience in the field of Automotive Technology and a high school diploma OR

o Regionally accredited postsecondary certificate/diploma program in Automotive Technology plus 5 years full-time work experience OR

o Regionally accredited postsecondary associate degree program in Automotive Technology plus 3 years full-time work experience OR

o Regionally accredited postsecondary bachelors or higher degree in Automotive Technology.

• Completion of all state requirements to gain teacher certification.

• Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

Reports To: Principal of Escambia Career Readiness Center

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develop and implement comprehensive automotive technology curriculum, incorporating up-to-date information and both theoretical and practical knowledge

2. Plan and conduct engaging lessons using demonstrations, lectures, and hands-on activities

3. Instruct students on the safe and proper use of tools, equipment, and diagnostic tools

4. Integrate current industry trends, including new technologies like electric vehicles (EVs) and advanced diagnostic systems

5. Evaluate student performance through assignments, tests, and practical projects

6. Provide timely and appropriate feedback to students on their progress and work

7. Offer guidance and support to students interested in pursuing automotive careers

8. Assist students in the certification process of professional credentials

9. Create and maintain a safe, respectful, and organized learning environment in the classroom/lab

10. Enforce all safety protocols strictly

11. Manage and maintain equipment, tools, and supplies

12. Order necessary supplies within budget

13. Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and guardians

14. Build partnerships with industry experts and local businesses to create learning opportunities

15. Stay current with advancements and trends in the automotive industry

Duty Days: Five (5) days a week/ 202 day contract

Salary Range: According to Escambia County Schools Salary Schedule. Actual salary will be determined by rank and experience.

The Escambia County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious preference, marital status, disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by state or federal law. Employees of the District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments. Alabama school boards are required by state law to verify the employment eligibility of newly hired employees by using the federal E-Verify program. New employees are required to provide a Social Security number, an unexpired identity document that contains a photograph, and other acceptable documents that establish employment eligibility. In addition to determining whether a new hire is authorized to work in the United States, E-Verify will confirm that the employee's name and Social Security number match.