The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), Office of Career & Technical Education (OCTE), Monroe Area Technology Center in Tompkinsville, KY has an opening for a Kentucky Tech Center Principal.
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 Workforce Development 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.
OUR 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
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Provide overall management and supervision of personnel, programs and curriculum development in a secondary vocational education center.
- Perform other duties as required.
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
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must hold one of the following:
Kentucky Vocational Principal's Certificate or Kentucky statement of Eligibility for Vocational School Principal
OR
Kentucky Secondary Principal's Certificate or Kentucky Statement of Eligibility for Secondary Principal, or a valid Kentucky Certificate for Career & Technical Education
OR
Kentucky Department of Education Vocational Technical School Certificate in Administration, Supervision, and Coordination issued prior to 1988.
OR
Have completed all coursework requirements and will receive a Kentucky Vocational Principal's Certificate or a Kentucky Secondary Principal's Certificate within one year of initial hire date.
Special Requirements (Age, Licensure, Regulation, etc.):
None
Position Details
Salary: dependent upon qualifications, training, and experience
Position Number: 30023777
Applicants and employees may be subject to drug testing and background checks.
In accordance with KRS 161.220, the applicant selected for this position will become a member of the Teachers' Retirement System.
Application Process
To apply, go to the following link: Personnel Cabinet
For questions regarding this position, contact:
Jerri Rowland, Adult/Tech Administrative Consultant
Consultant Address: 300 Sower Blvd, Frankfort, KY
ATC Address: 757 Old Mulkey Road, Tompkinsville, KY 42167
Phone: 502-564-3742 or 270-407-1201
Email: jerri.rowland@education.ky.gov
The closing date to apply for this position: June 17, 2026
Additional Information
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 https://dhs.gov/e-verify.
The Kentucky Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D.