High School Intro to Automotive Teacher (Central Campus)

Des Moines Public School District

Job Location:

Des Moines, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Des Moines Public Schools is seeking qualified applicants for the 26-27 school year to serve as anIntro to AutomotiveTeacher at Central Campus. This position will start inAugust 2026.

Please note: The posted salary is drawn from the 25-26 Salary Schedule as the 26-27 Salary Schedule is not yet final.

TITLE: TCHRCentral CampusAutomotive Teacher

POSITION TYPE: TCHR

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:

Required Education and Experience:

Associates Degree or diploma in subject area
ASE Certification or willingness to obtain
Eligible for DMACC or Community College certification (Three or more years of non-teaching work
experience in the career field)
Eligible for Career and Technical Authorization teaching license.
Strong curriculum knowledge
Competency working in a culturally diverse environment or the willingness to acquire these skills

Industry professionals are encouraged to apply. A traditional teaching license is not required at time of hire if the candidate is willing to obtain the appropriate Iowa BOEE CTE authorization.

Under Iowa BOEE CTE Cluster Authorization guidelines candidates may qualify through:

Relevant industry experience inautomotiveor related field
Completion of required coursework in pedagogy
Background check and BOEE application process

The district will support qualified candidates through the licensure process.

Desired Education and Experience:

Previous teaching or training experience.
Industry experienceas automotive technician or related field

Skills Knowledge and Abilities:

Strong knowledge ofautomotive principles.
Ability to manage laboratory and applied learning environments safely.
Ability to build strong relationships with students and industry partners.
Effective communication and organizational skills.
Commitment to student leadership development.

BASIC FUNCTION:

Responsible for planning and delivering high-quality educational programs preparing students for careers by

offering industry certifications college-level curriculum and partnerships with business and industry.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provide relevant career and technical program instruction to students including business and industry
standards skill development knowledge and performance assessments employability equipment safety and
work-based learning opportunities in the community.
Collaborate with students families and staff to create a positive and safe learning environment.
Use technology effectively for instruction and recordkeeping.
Foster and maintain collaborative relationships with business industry and college partners related to the
field.
Design and deliver instruction to meet the standards and criteria of the State of Iowa Teaching Standards
DMPS policies and procedures business and industry standards and college policies and procedures.
Participate in professional learning communities and professional development.
Manage program budgets.

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position):

Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
Maintain confidentiality.
Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public students and other employees.
Assist with other duties as may be assigned.

DEPARTMENT:Teaching and Learning

REPORTS TO:Building Administrator(s)

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM:Building Administrator(s) Directors of Elementary and Secondary Education Curriculum Coordinator

BARGAINING AGREEMENT:DMEA

FLSA STATUS:Exempt

FT/PT:Full Time (7.75 hour day)(Contract days vary by assignment)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Standing walking sitting bending/stooping reaching/pushing/pulling lifting carrying

WORKING CONDITIONS:Mostly indoors with some outdoor responsibilities during recess and arrival/dismissal

All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.

Employee Benefits Information

All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check and a child and adult abuse registry check. Certain positions may require fingerprinting a drug and alcohol test a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check.

Approved By: Maureen Norris

Date: 10/04/2018

Required Experience:

Des Moines Public Schools is seeking qualified applicants for the 26-27 school year to serve as anIntro to AutomotiveTeacher at Central Campus. This position will start inAugust 2026.Please note: The posted salary is drawn from the 25-26 Salary Schedule as the 26-27 Salary Schedule is not yet final....