The Meade County Area Technology Center in Brandenburg, KY is looking for an Automotive Tech Instructor who is dedicated, knowledgeable, and passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of students. This position offers a unique and rewarding opportunity to work in a dynamic, challenging, and student-focused environment.
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) Office of Career and Technical Education (OCTE) operates 50 Area Technology Centers (ATCs) which serve 115 local feeder districts. A state Area Technology Center (ATC) is a secondary 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 are shaping the future by preparing Kentucky's students for the careers of tomorrow, collaborating closely with business 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 of the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), a service agency within the Commonwealth of Kentucky under the Education and Labor Cabinet. KDE supports the ATCs through guidance, resources, and oversight as 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 public schools and the KDE workforce.
OUR MISSION
KDE Mission:
To partner with districts, schools, families, students, business, industry, and communities to provide leadership and support to ensure success for each and every student.
OUR CORE VALUES
- Equity
- Achievement
- Collaboration
- Integrity
Benefits and Perks
- Comprehensive health insurance (effective first day of employment)
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Optional insurance (dental/vision)
- Life insurance
- State retirement system and deferred compensation options
- Paid leave
- Paid holidays
- Deferred Compensation/Free financial planning program
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Employee resource and recognition programs
- Employee wellness programs
Responsibilities include:
- 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 Kentucky Teachers' Retirement System.
Applicants and employees may be subject to drug testing and background checks.
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: Personal ASE certifications in the areas the program is certified in. An applicant can be hired without the needed personal certifications but must take and pass the needed ASE tests at the next available testing period. (If hired April through September, must take and pass the needed tests during the November testing period. If hired October through March, must take and pass the needed tests during the May testing period).
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with 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) at 1-888-897-7781 or E-Verify website
If you're ready to join a team committed to empowering students to become postsecondary ready—this is the job for you. We look forward to receiving your application!
Inquiries for this position should be directed to: Nicholas Sutherland, Principal, Meade County ATC, 110 Greer Street, Brandenburg, KY 40108; Phone: (270)422-7525; Email: nicholas.sutherland@meade.kyschools.us
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D