What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor, Automotive Specialist/2026-27 School Year position at Tri-Valley Regional Occupational Program (ROP)?

Instructor, Automotive Specialist/2026-27 School Year at Tri-Valley Regional Occupational Program (ROP)

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Application Deadline

6/30/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Date Posted

3/20/2026

Contact

Roxanne Villanueva
925-455-4800 105

Number of Openings

Salary

Pay dependent on experience

Add'l Salary Info

SALARY RANGE: $60,973 - $101,255 Annually, for a full-time employee, prorated percentage based on FTE. Salary range placement is determined by a combination of education, work and/or teaching experience. In-Lieu Benefit Stipend $6,000, by FTE.

Length of Work Year

180 Days

Employment Type

Full and Part Time

Job Summary

General Description: Tri-Valley Regional Occupational Program (TVROP) is looking for a talented, high school Automotive Specialist instructor, who is ready to use their industry experience to shape our next generation workforce. TVROP serves the Dublin, Livermore Valley Joint, and Pleasanton Unified School Districts, providing high school students with high-quality programs focused on ensuring students are able to earn a career by choice, not by chance. Our local business, industry, and college partnerships help instructors engage students in application-based learning to connect students beyond the walls of the classroom. Job Responsibilities: See Job Description: Additional Responsibilities: The instructor will: • Possess a valid California driver's license. • Have a strong interest in teaching high school students who are seeking a career in the Automotive Maintenance and Service industry. • Have the ability to teach beginning, intermediate and advanced automotive skills in an automotive shop environment. • Collaborate with the Auto Body and Collision Repair instructor to provide integrated, hands-on projects. • Oversee and administer Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) tests and certifications. • Work with the TVROP district office to maintain the appropriate paperwork required to receive donations, including tools, supplies, and properly registered vehicles.

Requirements / Qualifications

If you believe you are qualified for this position and are interested in applying, please do so on this site or mail your packet; certificated application (available at https://www.tvrop.org/), letter of interest, resume, three (3) letters of current professional reference and copy of credential (if available) to: Tri-Valley ROP, Personnel, 1040 Florence Road, Livermore CA 94550

Letter of Introduction
Letter(s) of Reference (Three (3) dated within the past 12 months)
Resume

Requirements / Qualifications

Letter of Introduction
Letter(s) of Reference (Three (3) dated within the past 12 months)
Resume

Comments and Other Information

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part-time to full-time possibility. LOCATION: To be determined, at one or more Tri-Valley High School Sites. START DATE: August 2026; Specific day to be determined based on member districts' instructional calendars (plus ROP Staff In-Service date TBD) BENEFITS: Dental required at employee expense. Stipend in Lieu of Benefits $6,000 annually, prorated based on FTE. Vision, Life Insurance, and additional benefits are available at employee expense; Medical not available. Upon hire, fingerprint clearance through the Department of Justice for Tri-Valley ROP and evidence of a negative Tuberculosis (TB) test will be required.

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What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor, Automotive Specialist/2026-27 School Year position at Tri-Valley Regional Occupational Program (ROP)?