Automotive Technology Teacher

PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

FARMVILLE, VIRGINIA 23901

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Title:               Automotive Technology Teacher

Reports To:    Principal

FSLA:             Exempt

Summary:      The High School Auto Mechanics (Automotive Technology) Teacher provides classroom and hands-on instruction to students in automotive maintenance, diagnosis, and repair. The teacher prepares students for entry-level employment, post-secondary education, and industry certifications while ensuring a safe and effective learning environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.  Other duties maybe assigned

1. Instruct students in automotive systems, including engine performance, brakes, steering and suspension, electrical/electronic systems, HVAC, and preventative maintenance
2. Deliver hands-on shop instruction using industry-standard tools and diagnostic equipment
3. Emphasize safety procedures and OSHA-aligned shop practices
4. Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with state Career and Technical Education (CTE) standards
5. Assess student learning through practical demonstrations, written assessments, and performance-based evaluations
6. Maintain shop equipment, tools, materials, and inventory
7. Prepare students for industry-recognized certifications (e.g., ASE Student Certification)
8. Manage classroom and shop behavior to ensure a productive learning environment
9. Collaborate with school administrators, counselors, and CTE staff

Participate in professional development and industry training as required

Education and Certification Requirements

1. Valid state teaching license with an Automotive Technology or Career and Technical Education (CTE) endorsement, or eligibility for licensure
2. Demonstrated experience in automotive repair and diagnostics
3. Industry certifications (ASE preferred)

Ability to meet state and division licensure and background requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Strong knowledge of automotive systems and diagnostic procedures
2. Ability to operate and instruct students in the use of shop tools and equipment
3. Effective classroom and shop management skills
4. Strong communication and organizational skills

Commitment to student safety and career readiness

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop and kneel.  Lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or moving up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Ten-month employment. Salary to be determined by the School Board.

EVALUATION

Performance of the position will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions of the Prince Edward County School Board's policy on evaluation of professional personnel.