Teacher- Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing

Our vision: all Camden students will attend a high quality school where they are valued, challenged, and prepared for college and careers that positively impact their community and the world. The Teacher, Automotive Collision Repair and Refinishing serves as an instructional leader committed to providing high-quality, standards-based instruction that prepares students for success in the automotive collision repair and refinishing career pathway. The teacher delivers engaging, rigorous, and industry-relevant instruction that develops students' technical knowledge, hands-on skills, and professional competencies in vehicle damage analysis, structural and non-structural repair, welding, refinishing, paint preparation and application, estimating, and the use of industry-standard tools, equipment, and software. The teacher maintains a safe, organized, and industry-standard laboratory environment while emphasizing OSHA regulations, environmental compliance, workplace safety, and professional practices. Through ongoing assessment, data analysis, and differentiated instruction, the teacher establishes high expectations for academic achievement, technical proficiency, and employability skills, ensuring students are prepared to earn industry-recognized credentials and pursue postsecondary education, apprenticeships, military service, and careers in the automotive collision repair industry. The teacher also collaborates with families, colleagues, business and industry partners, and community organizations to expand work-based learning opportunities, strengthen career readiness, and support the district's mission of preparing all students for lifelong success.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Automotive Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering Technology. Must possess a valid New Jersey Department of Education Career and Technical Education Certificate for Automotive Technology Endorsement Code 4182. Minimum of 5 years experience in the field of collision repair and refinishing technology. Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification preferred. Possess or willing to obtain Cooperative Education Coordinator-Hazardous Occupations endorsement Must possess a valid driver's license as well as current insurance and a vehicle with valid registration. Required criminal history background check, physical, and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.

Reports To: Principal Salary Range: Teacher's Salary Guide Employment Period: Ten-month, tenurable position Union Affiliation: Camden Education Associate (CEA)

Benefits: Full medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage, including spouse, child and family coverage Mandatory enrollment in NJ Pension (TPAF) Optional pre-tax benefits available, including flexible spending accounts for childcare, healthcare and transportation Starting Minimum Salary: $61,857.00 Starting Maximum Salary: $96,457.00 Residency Requirement: Under New Jersey's "New Jersey First Act" (N.J.S.A. 52:14-7), all employees of New Jersey public school districts must maintain bona fide New Jersey residency as a condition of employment. Candidates must already reside in New Jersey or establish residency within the required timeframe after hire. Current employees who were hired on or before September 1, 2011 are exempt from this requirement and may continue to reside outside the state. In limited circumstances, applicants may request a residency waiver through the state's Employee Residency Review Committee if they can demonstrate critical need or hardship; approval is not guaranteed. The Camden City School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer (pending availability of funds and Superintendent's approval).