Technology Education​/Autos Teacher - FTE

Technology Education/Autos Teacher - 0.2 FTE

• Date Posted: 3/3/2026
• Location:
  
  John Hersey High School
• Date Available:
  
  08/10/2026

Join Our Team and Empower Student Success!
John Hersey High School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Technology Education Teacher to join our dynamic team. We are committed to fostering a cooperative, supportive, and respectful environment where students thrive both academically and personally. We are looking for educators who are eager to collaborate, utilize student-centered teaching strategies, and actively participate in professional learning communities.

Our ideal candidate has a strong background in automotive technology and a passion for hands‑on instruction. We are looking for an educator who can manage a safe, professional shop environment while teaching students the technical and problem‑solving skills needed for the industry. You should be eager to collaborate with the CTE team and use modern tools and technology to prepare students for both college and career pathways.

• Teaching certification must include one of the following:
  • State of Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a Senior HS endorsement in Technology Education,
  • State of Illinois Educator License with Stipulations (ELS) with endorsement in Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician,
  • State of Illinois Provisional Career and Technical Educator License with endorsement in Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
• Specifically, Automotive and IT Networking/Hardware teaching experience and interest is preferred.
• Ability to teach courses at various academic levels.
• It is an expectation that the candidate desires to be an active member in professional organizations related to content area(s) and/or pedagogy.
• Must be willing to work as a contributing member of course‑alike and divisional teams to improve instructional practices and curriculum that benefit student achievement.
• We expect our candidates to be highly proficient leaders who will excel in facilitating interdisciplinary curricular connections building‑wide.
• Preference will be given to candidates willing to work with students outside of the normal school day by participating in activities, athletics, or other school related endeavors.

• COVER LETTER
• CURRENT RESUME
• ATTACH A PDF OF THE IL STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION ELIS CREDENTIALS SCREEN(S)
• TRANSCRIPTS
• THREE (3) CURRENT LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION

Click the RED "APPLY" button above to begin an online application.

Please be aware that as a requirement of your application you will be invited to complete a digital interview via RIVS (Interview stream). The invitation will come to your email and the RIVS (Interview stream) system gives you ten (10) calendar days to complete the interview from the time the invitation is issued. Keep in mind that the interview must be completed before you can submit your application, even if the interview expiration is beyond the date of the Final date to receive applications.

Therefore, all your application materials, interview included, must be submitted by the Final date to receive applications.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our district. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Postings current as of 3/5/2026 9:26:47 AM CST.