Job Description

Job Description

Automotive Repair and Light Maintenance Teacher

Role of the Automotive Repair and Light Maintenance Teacher :

To provide students with opportunities to build the skills and knowledge needed to pursue a variety of careers or enter post-secondary learning in the automotive industry, emphasizing beginning transportation service skills and workplace success skills. Students will study safety, tools, equipment, shop operations, basic engine fundamentals, and basic technician skills. Upon completion of the Maintenance and Light Repair pathway courses, students should qualify to take the ASE Certified MLR Technician certification .

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Designs program lessons and activities following the expectation of the five CTE Size, Scope, and Quality Indicators (SSQI).
• Teaches academic and technical skills and knowledge aligned to state standards in the assigned subject area required for successful job performance.
• Facilitates activities that allow students to develop their employability and leadership skills, emphasizing the importance of reliability, efficiency, promptness, good attitude, and thoughtful work habits.
• Organizes class time so that preparation, instruction, lab work, and clean up activities can be accomplished satisfactorily within the allotted time.
• Consults regularly with professionals outside of the school system to understand current industry expectations and ensure that displays, materials, activities and demonstrated skills, techniques, and processes shared with students are as accurate and realistic as possible.
• Collects and submits evidence, on an annual basis, showcasing that the program of study meets SSQI expectations.
• Communicates with parents, counselors, administrative and supervisory personnel and community representatives to share information regarding innovations and current job requirements and post-secondary opportunities in related fields.
• Collaborates with district staff and with administrators at their school.
• Ensures students follow appropriate safety precautions and instructs in the conservative sensible use of tools, materials, machinery, and equipment.
• Organizes and provides opportunities for students to participate in Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) activities as an integral part the assigned subject area.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated. Work with TCAT Morristown on dual enrollment opportunities for their classes.
• Plans the program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation.
• Establishes and communicates clear outcomes for all lessons, class work, and projects. The outcomes are communicated to students.
• Supports the program of study, using a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media/resources and technology.
• Serves as a model for the district's mission, vision and goals.
• Assesses the progress of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required.
• Recognizes potential learning disabilities of students and seeks the assistance of qualified personnel. Ask for assistance when needed to help students experience success.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct. Develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so including dual enrollment and Work-Based Learning Opportunities.
• Attends and participates in PLC's and other professional development including professional development opportunities in Automotive Repair and Light Maintenance.
• Analyzes and uses appropriate data to guide instruction and develop assessments.
• Maintains a standard of performance and conduct as required by state, law, local board of education and community expectations
• Assists in budget preparation and in the selection of curriculum, books, instructional supplies, materials and equipment.
• Prepares students to enter the workforce with certifications.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications:

• ASE Certified Master Automotive Technician. Automotive Service Excellence (ASE Automobile and Light Truck Certification Tests: Suspension and Steering A-4, Brakes A-5, Electrical/Electronic Systems A-6, and Engine Performance A-8; OR Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). Repair G-1; OR Specific Manufacturer Technician Training. Experience working on both domestic and foreign cars and trucks is beneficial.
• Teaching experience preferred but not necessary.
• A valid Tennessee Teachers' certificate with the Automotive 6-12 endorsement (770) or
• High school diploma and 3 years of relevant work experience within the last 5 years or
• High school diploma with 5 years of relevant work experience within the last 10 years or
• Post-secondary technical school certification in Automotive Technology and 2 years of relevant work experience within the last 10 years or
• Associate degree in Automotive Technology and 1 year of relevant work experience in the last 10 years or
• Bachelor's degree in automotive technology AND
• Intent to enroll in an educator prep program for Occupational licensure (we work with University of Tennessee and or East Tennessee State University). There are scholarships available. This is a state requirement.

Additional information available on the State of Tennessee website.

Calendar: 200 days

Reports to: Principal and CTE principal

Supervisor: CTE Director

Evaluation: Teacher will be evaluated as required by the State of Tennessee .

Greene County Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, the school system may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Signatures below indicate the receipts and review of the job description by the employee assigned to the job and the immediate supervisor.

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