Kentucky Tech Instructor Rank III- Electrical Instructor; -OCTE

Final date to receive applications: 10/6/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Req

Salary: $4,225.50 Monthly

Employment Type:

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

Hiring Agency:
Education & Labor Cabinet | Department of Education

1704 Highland Ave
Carrollton, KY 41088 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 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 reshaping 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 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.

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

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.

• Equity
• Achievement
• Collaboration
• Integrity

The Carroll Area Technology Center in Carrollton, KY is looking for an Electrical 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.

Applicants under contract with a local school district must submit a written release from their superintendent before an offer of employment can be extended.

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