Automotive Technologies Teacher

Position:                     Automotive Technologies Teacher
Location:                    Sussex Technical High School
Reports To:              Principal
Starting Date:            As soon as mutually agreeable
 
Program Overview
Sussex Technical High School seeks an individual to be a second instructor for the Automotive Technologies Career and Technical Education (CTE) program.   The program affords students the skills and knowledge to work in the field of automotive repair.  Students work towards and earn Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications.
 
Candidates with work experience in an automotive field can be hired as a teacher and are afforded six (6) years to complete teacher certification requirements if necessary.  
 
Qualifications: 

• Hold a current active Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Master Automobile Technician Certification.
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• Hold or be eligible for license and certification as Skilled and Technical Sciences (STS) teacher in accordance with 14 Del.C. 1559.  Use link to access requirements. http://regulations.delaware.gov/AdminCode/title14/1500/1559.pdf
• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university

OR

• Two (2) years of college or technical training plus six (6) years of work experience of which two (2) must be within the last five (5) years.
• Experience working as a mechanic in an automotive facility required.
• Be committed to Sussex Technical's mission, vision, and values.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Work in collaboration with the current Automotive Technologies teacher to enhance the technical area of study and provide opportunity for more students in the pathway of study.   
• Ensure a safe and welcoming environment.  
• Provide high quality standards-based and student-centered instruction to high school students.
• Provide students with industry-modeled, hands-on shop experiences, including working/ managing within the school work shop to provide services to the community.
• Prepare students for ASE examinations.
• Support students in finding work-based learning experiences and job placement in local businesses or facilities with automotive maintenance.  
• Consult with the program advisory committee for the purpose of evaluating and updating the curriculum and course of study.
• Deliver instruction in courses and content that prepare students for a career field of automotive technology.
• Establish clear objectives for all units, lessons and projects and communicate these objectives to students.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques to address diverse student learning styles, needs and interests.
• Use career-related and instructional technology to enhance student learning and expand learning opportunities.
• Assess student learning on a regular basis, provide effective feedback to students and use data to inform adjustments to instruction and/or student supports.
• Enter student attendance, grading and other required information in a timely manner.
• Supervise and prepare students for Career Technical Student Organization membership and events.
• Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning both the broad academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students.
• Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law and district policy.
• Participate in IEP and 504 plan meetings for assigned students.
• Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations and Board policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

 
Terms of Employment:  Ten (10) month teacher position.  
 
Salary and Benefits: Pension and benefit eligible position.   Salary commensurate with verified qualifications and experience according to state and local salary schedules. 
 
Application Process: 
Internal applicants must complete a shortened online application by clicking on APPLY ONLINE in the email send to advertise this posting. Internal applicants are encouraged to upload current letters of recommendation and resume.
 
External applicants must follow the application process. All qualified and interested persons are invited to complete the online application by clicking on "Job Opportunities" at the top of the website: www.sussexvt.org   The following items must be included with an application:
      Current Resume
      Two Separate Emails/Letters of Recommendation
 
Application Deadline:  March 13, 2024 or until filled
 
Disclaimer:  The Sussex County Vocational Technical School District reserves the right to extend or shorten the application and/or interview period and to modify job requirements and to hire multiple candidates from one job posting.    
 
For more information contact: Jason Peel, Director of Human Resources and Support Services, 17137 County Seat Hwy. Georgetown, DE 19947 Tel: 302-856-9509 or Email:  jason.peel@sussexvt.k12.de.us
 
Employment with the Sussex Technical School District is contingent upon successful:

• Determination of Suitability based on Criminal Background Check and Child Protection Registry Check
• Physician's Health Certification
• TB Test (within last five years)
• Verification of Credentials and Past Employment
• Adherence to School District Policies
• Ability to Perform Essential Job Functions
• Agreement to Receive Direct Deposit of Paychecks
• Board of Education Approval

Sussex County Vocational Technical School District reserves the right to take disciplinary action up to and including termination upon discovering false or misleading statements and/or documents after an offer of employment has been accepted. The Human Resources staff will assist in completion of all required documentation.
 
The Sussex County Vocational Technical School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity, against victims of domestic violence, sexual offenses, or stalking, or upon any other categories protected by federal, state, or local law.
 
If any person has a complaint alleging any action which is prohibited by this policy, they should contact the Title IX Coordinator or the District 504 and ADA Coordinator, 17137 County Seat Hwy. Georgetown, DE 19947. Telephone (302) 856-9509.