Sophomore Exploratory - Transportation Careers Instructor

STARTING DATE:      2025-2026 School Year 

REPORTS TO:           Career-Tech Supervisor 

WORK YEAR:           185 days as per Board-adopted calendar 

SALARY RANGE:      Appropriate step on Teacher's Salary Schedule - Commensurate with experience and education

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Seeking applicants who will create opportunities to bring their courses to life through making every lesson relevant to students’ future career plansValid/Appropriate Ohio teaching license/certificate in Workforce Development (CT) / Manufacturing Technologies /Transportation Systems / Auto Technology related areas, or ability to obtain – 3 year minimum experience depending on education
• Ability to instruct high school students using a combination of subject matter and experience designed to prepare students for career choices and post-secondary educational options
• Experience in two or more of the following specialties including but not limited to: Ground Transportation Maintenance, Engine & Power Train, Electrical/Electronics, Braking, Suspension & Steering, Truck Diesel Engines, Braking, Collision Electrical & Mechanical Systems, Structural and Nonstructural Repair, Painting & Refinishing
• Highly motivated self-starter with a passion for teaching and demonstrated ability to individualize instruction and work with students having a variety of needs and abilities in a team environment
• Excellent planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Minimum of Associate Degree preferred
• Meet all mandated health requirements (e.g., negative tuberculosis test, etc.)
• Documented evidence of a clear criminal record
• Ability to obtain school van licensure and/or bus driver certification within 2 years of hire for occasional/ in-frequent needs

 RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

•  Develop, plan and implement appropriate lessons using the approved course of study/academic content standards/ Career Tech competencies
• Design and administer appropriate assessments for studentsEnforce and maintain proper classroom rules for discipline and management
• Work collaboratively and effectively with staff, students, parents and form positive relationships with business and industry representatives
• Actively prepare students for both academic and Career Tech competency tests
• Provide leadership in student management, classroom instruction, curriculum development, and career/technical club activities
• Maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of the resources provided by the district
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media and technology consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the students involved
• Maintain complete and accurate records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation
• Actively assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulation and Board Policy
• Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parent/guardian concerning classroom performance and behavior
• Utilize Board approved course of study as the basis for instruction
• Work under the guidelines of Penta’s Mission Statement and goals
• Attend district and state professional development events
• Remain free of any non-prescribed controlled substance or alcohol abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the district
• Assume any other responsibilities as assigned by the Board of Education, Superintendent, Career Technical Director, Supervisor, or their designee(s)

DEADLINE:  Posted until filled.  Submit letter of interest, application and résumé.

APPLY TO:  https://pentacareercenter.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx  

Penta Career Center hereby gives notice that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, disability/handicap, age, citizenship status, or veteran status in its educational programs, activities, employment policies, or admission policies and practices, as required by law.  Penta has a Section 504, Title VI, and Title IX coordinator.

June 2025