ABOUT THE SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT
Warren Tech is the premier Career and Technical Education (CTE) center for Jefferson County Public Schools. An educational and technological leader, Warren Tech integrates academics in career and technical education, preparing students for both college and career. Warren Tech students are engaged and committed to their programs, which is evidenced by a 93% attendance rate, 96% graduation rate, and a 97% program completion rate. Virtually all programs offer academic credit in 11th or 12th grade math, science, and English, which counts toward their graduation. AP coursework is also offered by some programs. Another hallmark of Warren Tech's success is the college credit awarded to our students each year. Last year, our students earned nearly 13,000 Red Rocks Community College credits. A large number of students attend colleges and universities after finishing Warren Tech, and some students have even earned an Associate's degree in a Warren Tech program before they finish high school. Warren Tech students also earn industry certifications through their coursework and participate in client work, internships, and job shadows with industry partners. Warren Tech students competitively meet the challenges of the global community.
ABOUT YOU
Job Goal:
- Plan, teach and supervise the work of students in the classroom and in field experiences
- Collaborate with the Program Administrator regarding the Auto programs
- Coordinate Industry partnerships and prepare students for internships/apprenticeships within the automotive industry
- Collaborate with industry partners for donations, support, and advisory
- Work on grant opportunities for the automotive programs
- Knowledge of EV vehicles, safety protocols, and development of EV curriculum
- Ensure compliance with concurrent enrollment processes/competencies with the post-secondary partner
- Curriculum Development and Lesson Design connected to industry standards and input from CTE Advisory Team
- Familiarize students with advancement opportunities and/or post-secondary education at the community college or university level
- For questions about the position, please contact our Business Manager, Sonya Sotolongo, at .
ABOUT THE JOB
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must have ONE of the following:
- Valid and current state or national industry license; ASE Automobile Service Technology (AST) Certification required; MAST Certification preferred and ICAR certifications
or
- 24 semester hours of related post-secondary coursework verified on an official transcript (see CDE website: CTE Transportation )
AND
Applicants must have ONE of the following:
- A bachelors degree and 2,000 hours of verified work experience
- OR 4,000 hours of verified work experience in the Automotive Industry
- 3 years of verified teaching experience in the content area (full-time is defined as 51% or more of a teaching schedule dedicated to teaching in the content area). Community College experience preferred
- EV Certified Technician
AND
Applicants must have or be able to obtain a Career and Technical Education (CTE) Authorization in Secondary CTE Transportation prior to their first day of work.
Preferred:
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Knowledge and skills in automotive industry
- Knowledge of estimating software for client work
- Ability to align the automotive technology industry certification/licensure exams
- Knowledge of current safety and compliance practices and ethical concerns related to the profession
- Able to create industry partnerships within field
- Ability to adjust and adapt to a multitude of situations in the school environment
- Actively participate in professional development
- Bi-Lingual
HOURS AND DAYS WORKED
Desired Start Date: 08/11/2025 Will be posted until filled
CTE Instructor
Annual Position
FLSA: Exempt
FTE: 1.00000 , Hours/Day: 8.000 , Days/Year: 185
Salary Plan, Grade, Step: JCE - Professional - 185 days , Y01, 1
Min-Mid Annual Salary Range: $59,676.48 - $79,954.02 Effective as of: 08-16-2024
Compensation schedules for Jeffco Schools can be found here. Starting salary for non-licensed roles is based on the candidate's relevant work experience and education. Additional considerations may be given for job-specific certifications and skills. Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application. Starting Salary for licensed educators is based on the step and lane schedule found here.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Performance Responsibilities:
(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.)
Instructional Planning and Delivery:
- Applicants for this position will be expected to collaborate and be part of an instructional team, teaching students in the following curriculum areas:
- Automotive Technology
- Auto Customization
- Auto Collision
- Safety examinations prior to allowing students to work with equipment
- Custom metal fabrication, air brush, fiberglass fabrication, knowledge of tools used for custom metal work
- Plan and supervise the work of students in the classroom and in field experiences
- Develop and implement lesson plans that meet the requirements of the instructional program
- Collaborate with other staff to ensure student learning and success
- Make changes in instruction as needed to meet students needs
- Collaborate with other Warren Tech programs
- Work with the Warren Tech special education teachers to differentiate the curricula as needed for students who need extra instructional support
- Plan with English as Second Language (ESL) teachers to support students when English is their second language
- Co-teach post-secondary workforce readiness with counselors and instructional coaches (resume workshops, transferable skills, mock interviews, etc.)
- Teach standards and competencies required for college credit and certifications
- Manage Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) and develop leadership opportunities for students (SkillsUSA)
- Complete all required compliance documentation for your CTE program
Monitoring Student Progress and Potential:
- Develop and administer ongoing short-term and long-term assessments of student learning and achievement
- Prepare students for the rigor of college-level/concurrent enrollment automotive collision repair
- Advise students in next steps in pursuing a career in automotive collision repair
- Communicate with students and families on student progress
- Grade student work and enter grades into grading management system for Warren Tech and concurrent enrollment partner
- Work regularly with counselors, administration, and other support staff to support student success
Classroom Management and Organization:
- Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate for physical, social, and emotional development of students
- Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities
Marketing & Community Outreach:
- Ability to market automotive programs to students, staff, parents, and the business community
- Strong organizational, marketing, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Identify potential business partners as it relates to opportunities for enhancing the student experience
- Collaborate with local public and private automotive repair institutes of higher education
- Develop and promote positive relationships with fellow staff members, industry partners, high schools, the community, and other clientele