The posting
Job Description
To provide instructional and leadership services that prepare students with the related academic, critical thinking, computer technology, work place readiness and technical skills essential to pursuing career pathways in the automotive service industry. Essential instruction will prepare students with Automotive Service Excellence/National Automotive Technology Educational Foundation (ASE/NATEF) entry certification and employment skills.
Responsibilities
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
- Provide instruction and course/program management of ASE/NATEF Automotive Service Technology certified skill development in the major area of engine performance, suspension and steering, brakes, electrical/electronic systems, and preventative maintenance.
- Provide and maintain a safe and orderly learning environment with equipment maintenance and enforcement of all safety regulations.
- Manage school/program shop accounts and procedures essential to the operation of a school-based automotive service technology facility.
- Provide instruction in teamwork, communications, problem solving, decision-making, computer technology, and hands-on technical skills, which relate to the automotive workplace.
- Work with staff and post-secondary institutions to develop and maintain Tech Prep career pathways, which prepare students for apprenticeship, industry certification, and community college and university degree programs.
- Use ASE/NATEF industry standards to prepare instructional material needed to effectively deliver the automotive service technology program.
- Demonstrate an understanding of and provide support for student placement and participation in capstone cooperative education opportunities in automotive service and other related career areas.
- Work with employers and community groups to establish, promote and participate in an active automotive service technology program advisory council.
- Participate in program promotion, public relations, recruitment and selection of students for automotive service technology career completer program.
- Maintain ASE/NATEF certification of school program through required personal ASE certification, program advisory committees, continuing automotive education training, and maintaining appropriate records.
- Promote and support student involvement in youth organizations and automotive skills competitions.
- Create an instructional environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students.
- Communicate standards, achievements, and deficiencies to students and parents. Meet with students and parents.
- Maintain complete and accurate student academic, attendance, and disciplinary records. Monitor and assess students' academic progress.
- Collaborate with school administrators, other teachers, paraeducators, parents, and community members in the education of students.
- Contribute to the mission of the Baltimore County Public Schools system by striving to attain school goals.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Training, and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent plus three years' experience (of the last ten years) as an automotive mechanic or in a related field. Teaching experience preferred.
Licenses and Certifications
- Possession of a Maryland Educator Certificate appropriate to the area of assignment.
- OR
- Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator License appropriate to the area of assignment.
- Possession or eligibility for ASE certification in A1 - A8 required. ASE Master Certification preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge and expertise with computer equipment operations and software application relating to the automotive and transportation industry.
- Knowledge of curriculum, effective instructional techniques, instructional materials and equipment. Skills in preparing, implementing lesson plans and instructing students.
- Skill in communicating with students, their parents, administrators, and others.
- Skill in supervising students and managing behavior.
- Technology competency. Knowledge of and skill in the use of database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and related applications.
- Ability to maintain confidential information.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
- The work of this class is generally performed in a school-based automotive service laboratory and classroom. Work will require the ability to move around the school and classroom.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Retirement: Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.
BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.
Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement
This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.
Application Instructions:
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.
- Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.
- Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.
- Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment. Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application may result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.
- You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you are applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.
Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education:
- Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable only at the application stage. Official transcripts must be provided only after you have accepted a contingent offer.
- Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with your application.
Proof of Degree Equivalency:
- Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from a MSDE approved Foreign Transcript Evaluation Agency. This information is located on the MSDE website at https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/Foreign-Transcript-Evaluation-Agencies.aspx
Pre-Employment Requirements:
- All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.
- Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
- If you have military experience, you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
- Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via escript/clearinghouse from your university.
- Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
- All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting.
- Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.
Wendy Gigler Secondary Staffing Team Phone: 443-809-6009 Email: [email protected]
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Baltimore County Public Schools is seeking highly effective employees that will inspire, support, and prepare our students for a successful future. BCPS works to embrace all stakeholders, engage them in authentic collaboration and empower them to be a part of positive change, so our students, staff, and system will excel. We hope you will join our dynamic community! Apply to work at BCPS!
