Technology Education-Sr High (2026-2027 School Year

at USD 259 - Wichita Public Schools in Wichita, Kansas, United States

Job Title: Technology Education Teacher-Sr High - Automotive Technology Instructor

Position Function: Teaches and facilitates learning for Intro to transportation, Small Engineers and Powertrains, General Service 1, 2 and 3. Maintaining academic progress, discipline, and records for students at the high school grade level. Works with parents and students to provide and implement classroom education to meet the needs of all students.

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

• Instructs through lectures, discussions and demonstrations in one or more courses of the Intro to transportation, Small Engineers and Powertrains, General Service 1, 2 and 3, covering all competencies associated with these courses
• Emphasizes safe shop practices through safety instruction on equipment, safety tests and documentation of those actions
• Ensures that all equipment is in safe operating condition, contacting the Career and Technical Education office for work order repairs as needed
• Participates in pathway advisory committee meetings coordinated by the Career and Technical Education Office
• Establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects, and communicates those objectives to students
• Collaborates and communicates with staff to meet the educational needs of students
• Creates, administers, and grades tests to evaluate student progress
• Establishes and enforces rules and procedures which help to maintain order in the classroom
• Observes, evaluates, and prepares reports on the progress of students. Discusses students' problems and progress with parents and staff
• Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops
• Prepares classroom instructions to promote students’ success on state assessment exams
• Observes, enforces and is directed by the policies, rules, and regulations adopted by the school district

Interrelations:

• Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors
• Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy
• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service

Employee Punctuality and Appearance:

• In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave
• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position

Qualification Profile:

• Current Kansas State teaching license
• Classroom teaching experience
• KS license at High School Level Required