Kentucky Tech Instructor Rank III- Welding Instructor; -OCTE

10/15/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

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

$4,225.50 Monthly

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

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Education & Labor Cabinet | Department of Education

110 Greer St
Brandenburg, KY 40108 USA

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 asecondary 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 ofthe Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), a service agency within the Commonwealth of Kentucky under the Education and Workforce Development 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 is committed to fostering environments that welcome and respect all individuals, both in Kentucky’s public schools and the KDE workforce.

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.

This position is advertised as part of KRS Chapter 156 OCTE for employment through the Office of Career and Technical Education.

It is not subject to the provisions of KRS 18A for classified or unclassified service

• Equity
• Achievement
• Collaboration
• Integrity

The Meade County College and Career Center in Brandenburg, KY is looking for a Welding 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.

• 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

• 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 in this classification may be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check.

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…