CTE-Automotive SY 26-27

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Automotive Services Instructor- CTE Salary Range :

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Teacher Contract Immediate Supervisor :

Building Principal, CTE Principal and CTE Director Job Summary The Automotive Services Instructor delivers high-quality Career and Technical Education (CTE) aligned with Indiana's Next Level Programs of Study (NLPS) and Perkins V requirements. The instructor prepares students for careers and postsecondary pathways in automotive technology through rigorous, standards-based instruction, hands-on learning, and work-based experiences.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Instruction & Curriculum Deliver standards-aligned instruction based on Indiana NLPS Automotive Services pathway competencies. Develop and implement engaging lesson plans integrating technical, academic, and employability skills. Utilize industry-based curriculum and resources aligned with

ASE/NATEF

standards (or current equivalents). Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs and learning styles. Integrate literacy, numeracy, and digital skills into technical instruction. Program Alignment (Perkins

V & NLPS

) Ensure program alignment with Indiana NLPS course sequences and competencies. Support Perkins V indicators, including: Technical skill attainment Postsecondary credit/credential attainment Work-based learning participation Maintain documentation for program improvement and compliance. Work-Based Learning (WBL) & Career Development Facilitate and coordinate work-based learning experiences (internships, job shadowing, co-op). Build partnerships with local automotive businesses and industry advisory committees. Support students in developing career plans, resumes, and employability skills. Promote industry-recognized certifications (e.g., ASE Student Certification). Assessment & Data Use Assess student performance using formative and summative measures aligned to standards. Track and report student data for Perkins accountability and program evaluation. Use data to inform instruction and improve student outcomes. Classroom & Lab Management Maintain a safe, organized automotive lab environment following OSHA and industry safety standards. Ensure proper use, maintenance, and inventory of tools and equipment. Enforce safety procedures and proper shop practices at all times. Professional Responsibilities Participate in ongoing professional development related to automotive technology and CTE pedagogy. Collaborate with school staff, counselors, and administrators to support student success. Engage with advisory committees to ensure program relevance and alignment with workforce needs. Stay current with emerging automotive technologies (e.g., EVs, diagnostics, computerized systems). Qualifications Required Valid Indiana CTE teaching license in Automotive Services (or eligibility to obtain). Minimum of 4,000-6,000 hours of verified industry work experience in automotive repair/technology. Strong knowledge of automotive systems, diagnostics, and repair procedures. Commitment to CTE, Perkins V compliance, and NLPS framework. Preferred ASE Certification(s) (current or willingness to obtain). Prior teaching or training experience. Experience with work-based learning coordination or industry partnerships.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Working knowledge of federal and state code governing career and technology education, including compliance requirements for GearUp and CTE programs. Knowledge of curriculum, instruction, current educational principles, practices, and procedures in program development, staff training, and assessment in career and technology education. Grant writing and compliance experience. Ability to manage budget and personnel. Ability to implement policy and procedures. Ability to interpret data (district, school, and student). Strong organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.

Work Conditions Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress. Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Occasional light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds). Frequent district-wide travel; occasional statewide travel. Protracted and irregular hours of work.