Teacher - Automotive/Diesel Technology- CTE

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Job Posting Title:

Teacher - Automotive/Diesel Technology- CTE

    

Job Description:

Serves as the primary CTE instructor following the program launch. Under the supervision of
the Director and/or Assistant Director, plans/develops A.S.E. Automotive Service Technician
coursework, along with social, behavioral, and other educational or related skill areas that
serve as the basis for DCSD pathway programs; along with postsecondary
partners, plans/develops, organizes, implements, and assesses a comprehensive educational
program for students to include Career and Technical Education standards, concurrent
enrollment requirements, and industry certification assessments, as appropriate; establishes
through intentional recruitment and industry partnerships a CTE advisory panel to ensure that
the program pathway is relevant to workforce readiness, assists in other school programs as
assigned; creates a supportive and flexible program and environment conducive to learning
and personal growth according to each student’s ability and interests. Engages in recruitment
and outreach activities in preparation for the opening of the building/pathway. Develops and
promotes good community relations among various community and school clientele.

MINIMUM EDUCATION OR FORMAL TRAINING:

● Postsecondary (Concurrent Enrollment) requirement: A.S.E. A1-A9 (master certification).
● CTE Occupational Experience: Bachelor’s or higher degree: 2,000 hours of verified occupational (non-teaching) experience in the content area
-OR-
Three (3) years’ verified teaching experience in the content area.
● CTE Content Knowledge: • 24 semester hours of related post-secondary coursework verified on
an official transcript to include a minimum of three (3) semester hours of content coursework in
four (4) of the following areas: Introduction to transportation systems, Business management,
Pathway specific courses (e.g., mechanic and repair technology/technicians for all forms of
transportation, including automotive)
-OR-
Hold valid and current ASE auto service technician certification, NOCTI certification or I-CAR
certification
-OR-
Applicable U.S. military experience

5 years related teaching or industry experience preferred

LICENSES & CERTIFICATION:
Eligible for Colorado Teaching License or CDE CTE Authorization
● Eligible for secondary CDE Career and Technical Education credential
● Eligible for postsecondary CCCS Career and Technical Education credential
● Eligible for related, industry-accredited credentials: Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
Certifications A.S.E. A1-A9 (master certification)
(* If an applicant does not hold a current A.S.E. A1-A9 master certifications due to a missing test or their A.S.E. A1-A9 has expired, a small window of time can be provided to meet this requirement. That will not preclude a candidate from applying/receiving the job so long as they are able to meet this requirement prior to the end of August 2026.)


ESSENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
Mostly clean and comfortable

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Occasional lifting five (5) to ten (10) pounds
● Frequent sitting
● Occasional bending, squatting, or standing

    

Position Specific Information (if Applicable):

    

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a part of the program outreach/recruitment team, visiting neighborhood and alternative high schools and promoting program awareness.

• Develop and articulate course pathway curricula that conform to District, Career and Technical Education (CTE), and concurrent enrollment/dual enrollment standards.

• Engage in all professional development/coursework necessary to be fully licensed and certified to instruct pathway programming, including CDE, CTE, and postsecondary requirements.

• Serve as integral parts of their school and school community, performing certain duties including but not limited to Career/Technical Student Organizations, participating in department and school meetings, and parent meetings.

• Collaborate closely with postsecondary partners to align instructional materials and planning to assessments culminating in industry certifications