Vacancy 2026-27: Electricity Instructor- VCTC

May 8, 2026

EMPLOYMENT NOTICE

Applications now being taken for the following anticipated position:

Electricity Instructor- Valley Career & Technical Center

2025-26 Salary Scale:

VCTC is seeking a full-time Electricity Instructor. We are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic person
interested in sharing their knowledge and experience in Electricity and/or related areas to prepare the next
generation of highly trained employees.

EDUCATIONAL and PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

1. Possess, or willing to obtain a valid Virginia Technical Professional license in the specified subject area.
2. Demonstrate the ability to instruct, evaluate and supervise high school students in all phases of the electrical
   field. Last work experience must be no older than 2 years from current time.
3. Documented a minimum of five (5) years’ experience or 4,000 hours of work experience in the electrical or
   related field.
4. Must be knowledgeable of environmental technology (EPA and OSHA) and proper use of PPE
5. Possession of a Journeyman’s certification is required/; possession of Master’s certification is preferred.
6. Demonstrate evidence of the leadership qualities and personal characteristics necessary to work effectively
   with high school students, parents, business and industry representatives and school administration or related
   field.

BASIC KNOWLEDGE

• Basic knowledge of how to use NEC Electric Code

• Demonstrated ability to properly use hand and power tools.

• Proven experience and ability to demonstrate electrical theory and practical application

• Proven experience in installing wiring, receptacles, switches, light fixtures, panel boxes,
  residential branch circuits and service panels, commercial wiring, and conduit bending.

• Ability to identify and repair faulty circuits, motors and electrical components.

• Knowledge of relative safety standards and practices.

ROLES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises student conduct to ensure that the potentially hazardous shops/labs/classrooms provide
  an orderly environment conducive to productivity;
• Maintain a well-organized, safe, and clean shop and/or classroom;
• Advises students of the importance of safety in relation to tools, ladders and other job-related
  equipment;
• Builds strong relationships with students;
• Demonstrates a continued willingness to learn and apply new skills based on current research and
  best practices;
• Uses appropriate instructional strategies to promote student learning;
• Uses comprehensive materials, technology, and resources to promote the development of critical
  thinking, problem solving, and performance skills;
• Maintains an inventory of equipment, controls storage, repair, and usage of materials in order to
  minimize loss or abuse.
• Keeps in contact with business and industry so that the curriculum can be updated to reflect
  changes in high-tech society.

This is a fulltime position to begin July 1. Salary based on a 220 day teaching contract scale. Qualified
candidates should submit an on-line application (www.augusta.k12.va.us) and attach a resume. Position
open until filled. For more information, contact:

Lee Ann Whitesell, Director
Shenandoah Valley Center for Advanced Learning
49 Hornet Road
Fishersville, VA 22939
whiteselll@valleytech.us
Fax: 540-885-0407

VALLEY CAREER & TECHNICAL CENTER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER