Job Description

Overview

Bring your automotive or heavy equipment expertise to a classroom where it can shape real futures. We're looking for an experienced industry professional who's ready to guide high school students as they build confidence, master hands-on skills, and prepare for meaningful careers. If you're passionate about your trade and want to make a lasting impact, this is your chance to turn what you know into what the next generation can do.

What You'll Do

Teach and support high school students in a hands-on classroom environment that builds critical thinking, engagement, and a genuine interest in learning. Collaborate with fellow teachers and community partners to provide relevant, real-world skill development. Help students build a strong work ethic, take pride in their accomplishments, and develop the foundational skills today's employers expect. Grow and promote the program so it's accessible to all learners, using differentiated instruction to ensure every student can succeed. Foster an inclusive, equitable, and culturally responsive learning environment.

Job Qualifications

Required:

Candidates must hold--or be eligible to obtain--appropriate NYSED Career & Technical Education certification and maintain it throughout employment. Applicants who are not yet certified will receive guidance on next steps, including selecting a pathway to certification. NYSED requirements typically include fingerprint clearance, DASA training, SAVE workshop, Child Abuse Identification training, and submission of education and work experience for a Transitional certificate. (More information: NYSED Certification Requirements) This position requires pursuing New York State Teaching Certification in

Trade Subjects - Vehicle Mechanical Repair (Including Heavy Equipment Operation and Repair)

. Candidates must have substantial experience diagnosing, repairing, and/or operating major electro-mechanical systems in automobiles and/or heavy equipment. Relevant experience may include: Automotive engine technician/mechanic Transmission technician/rebuilder Brake and suspension specialist Alignment specialist Successful candidates must continue through the full certification process until achieving

Professional Level Certification

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $51,160.00 - $60,059.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Health insurance Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person