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7/30/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

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Kentucky Tech Instructor Rank III- Automotive Tech Instructor (156-OCTE)

Salary

$4,225.50 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | TECH ED-STANDARD | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Education & Labor Cabinet | Department of Education

Location

2400 Bowling Green Rd
Russellville, KY 42276 USA

Description

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) Office of Career and Technical Education (OCTE) operates 50 Area
Technology Centers (ATCs) which serve 115 local feeder districts. A state Area Technology Center (ATC) is a
secondary state operated school facility dedicated to the primary purpose of offering state approved four (4)-
course Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways within CTE program areas identified by the OCTE. We are
shaping the future by preparing Kentucky's students for the careers of tomorrow, collaborating closely with
business and industry partners to do so. Explore the endless possibilities within our dynamic CTE community!

The Area Technology Centers under the Office of Career and Technical Education are organizationally part of
the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), a service agency within the Commonwealth of Kentucky under the
Education and Labor Cabinet. KDE supports the ATCs through guidance, resources, and oversight as part of its
broader mission to ensure success for every student in Kentucky’s P-12 public education system.

KDE Mission:
To partner with districts, schools, families, students, business, industry, and communities to provide
leadership and support to ensure success for each and every student.

OUR CORE VALUES

Equity
Achievement
Collaboration
Integrity

The Logan County Area Technology Center in Russellville, KY is looking for an Automotive Tech Instructor who
is dedicated, knowledgeable, and passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of students.

This position offers a unique and rewarding opportunity to work in a dynamic, challenging, and student-focused
environment.

Benefits and Perks

Comprehensive health insurance (effective first day of employment)
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Optional insurance (dental and vision)
Life insurance
State retirement system and deferred compensation options
Paid leave
Paid holidays
Deferred Compensation and Free financial planning program
Professional development and training opportunities
Employee resource and recognition programs
Employee wellness programs

Responsibilities include:

Teaches occupational preparatory classes within a career and technical education program.
Performs other duties as required.

Salary: Dependent on rank and experience

In accordance with KRS 161.220 the applicant selected for this position will become a member of the Kentucky
Teachers’ Retirement System.

Applicants and employees may be subject to drug testing and background checks.

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government
with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. KDE will only use E-
Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KDE has violated its E-Verify responsibilities,
please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at
1-888-897-7781 or https://dhs.gov/e-verify

If you’re ready to join a team committed to empowering students to become postsecondary ready—this is the job
for you. We look forward to receiving your application!

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:
Must hold the Rank III Kentucky teaching certificate in the subject area to be taught;

OR

Must hold a Kentucky Statement of Eligibility in the subject area to be taught;

OR

Four years of appropriate work experience, two of which must be in the last five years.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
NONE

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
Personal ASE certifications in the areas the program is certified in. An applicant can
be hired without the needed personal certifications but must take and pass the needed ASE tests at the next
available testing period. (If hired April through September, must take and pass the needed tests during the
November testing period. If hired October through March, must take and pass the needed tests during the May
testing period).

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Beth Frogue at beth.frogue@logan.kyschools.us or (270)726-8432.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

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Industry

Government & Public Safety

Company Size

5,001-10,000 employees

Headquarters

Frankfort, Kentucky

Year Founded

1792

Website

kentucky.gov

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