Automotive Technology Instructor

Salary is reflecting the 23-24 school year. Salaries have been finalized for the 24-25 school year.

7.5 hours a day/183 +3 professional development days + 2 supplemental days

Bremerton School District 100-C

JOB DESCRIPTION

AUTOMOTIVE INSTRUCTOR

West Sound Technical Skills Center

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The person assuming responsibility for this position will supervise and instruct students enrolled in the Automotive Technology Program. Responsibilities include teaching students the basic academic, hands-on, and employability skills required in the automotive service industry leading to entry-level technician careers and additional training. This individual will be expected to work collaboratively and cooperatively as a team member with Skills Center staff in combining/enhancing services for students.

Reports to and evaluated by: West Sound Technical Skill Center Director or Designee

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Work with Skills Center administration, Skills Center staff, and agencies including related advisory committees, professional associations, and postsecondary institutions to develop integrated, relevant academic, employability, and student learning competencies

• Utilize and maintain approved Skills Center program framework requirements and core curricular student learning competencies

• Teach and assess safety in the classroom

• Teach students to become automotive service technicians

• Prepare and maintain long-range and weekly lesson plans with identified learning targets

• Understand and comply with all state regulations regarding the automotive service industry

• Provide effective instruction in all subject areas, meeting the needs of the students in the classroom

• Collaborate with administration and staff to provide needed instruction for students and to participate in delivering collaborative projects

• Engage in purposeful, deliberate planning for instruction using current teaching techniques

• Follow District and State guidelines for essential learning and instructional strategies

• Model lifelong learning, positive self-esteem, and respect for others

• Coordinate opportunities for students to get on-site at local agency locations to provide real- world, practical experiences

• Set and maintain high personal, professional, and instructional standards for self and students

• Adhere to Washington Code of Professional Conduct

• Instruct students in leadership development, both inside and outside of the classroom; develop and implement effective leadership opportunities for all students, as well as, basic conduct skills

• Implement and participate on community advisory committees, curriculum and program reviews

• Maintain individual student records and report progress as required

• Maintain equipment and supplies

• Maintain viable business/industry/labor contacts and assist in student placement

• Be cognizant of safety and health factors; provide a safe learning environment

• Work with related instructors in participating high schools and/or at the community college to maintain program articulation, a good working relationship, and a positive Skills Center image.

• Participate in in-service and professional training

• Maintain appropriate and required student records

• Communicate student assessment goals and progress to students, parents and student's sending school on a regular basis

• Work as an effective member of the Skills Center staff to evaluate, market, and improve the assigned program

• Communicate and interpret the Skills Center program to patrons and stakeholders

• Serve as a positive role model to students

• Perform other related duties as may be required or assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Hold, or be eligible and willing to become certified for, the Master Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification in all areas

• Hold or Qualify for a valid Washington State Career & Technical teaching certificate with appropriate endorsement as required by law and regulations, Endorsement VCode: 47600

• Current or recent experience in the automotive field

• Teaching experience in an educational and/or community setting

• Hold or be Eligible for a work-based learning certificate

• Demonstrates classroom management procedures providing for individual and group instruction

• Uses appropriate disciplinary procedures, establishes clear parameters for student behaviors appropriate for the workplace

• Evidence of experience working with program advisory committee and community partners

• Demonstrates ability to use/learn computer technology for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, electronic grading and attendance, communication by e-mail, and ability to implement computer skills into the classroom

• Demonstrates ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal form

• Demonstrates enthusiasm and optimism in teaching and motivating students

• Demonstrates flexibility in dealing with change, cooperation with others, and adapting to a variety of assignments and conditions

• Assesses student needs and prescribes and implements effective instruction to meet those needs

• Gains the respect and confidence of students, parents, staff, and the business community through modeling of professionalism

• Values and provides for individual diversity and cultural differences

• Experience with non-traditional learners

• Demonstrates awareness of and applies appropriate current educational strategies

• Demonstrates technology proficiencies consistent with district guidelines and integrates current technology

• Willing to be the lead advisor for extended leadership or Skills USA career and technical student organization (CTSO)

Updated: 4/8/2024