Auto Collision Instructor
Job Details:
Job Title: Auto Collision Instructor
Organization/School: Career Institute of Technology
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Description: The Career Institute of Technology (CIT) is seeking a dynamic, student-centered Automotive Collision Instructor to join our instructional team. This position begins full-time with the start of the 2026–2027 school year.
The successful candidate will teach high school students enrolled in a Career & Technical Education (CTE) program focused on foundational and advanced automotive collision repair and refinishing techniques. Instruction includes both classroom theory and hands-on laboratory experiences aligned to current industry standards and manufacturer specifications.
Responsibilities include:
• Deliver high-quality instruction in automotive collision repair including structural and non-structural repair, dent removal, frame alignment, refinishing, painting, and detailing.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that integrate collision theory, repair techniques, estimating, and real-world applications.
• Prepare students for industry-recognized certifications such as I-CAR and NOCTI assessments.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and industry-standard collision lab environment.
• Supervise students during hands-on shop activities and strictly enforce proper safety procedures and PPE usage.
• Assess student technical skills, provide constructive feedback, and track progress toward program competencies and NOCTI task lists.
• Collaborate with industry advisory partners, colleagues, and administration to support program growth and alignment with regional workforce needs.
• Participate in professional development and school-based initiatives.
Qualifications:
• Minimum of four (4) years of relevant industry experience in automotive collision repair, refinishing, or related fields required.
• I-CAR certifications preferred.
• Willingness to obtain Pennsylvania Department of Education Career & Technical Instructional Certification (tuition reimbursement available).
• Strong knowledge of modern collision repair techniques, tools, and refinishing systems.
• Strong communication skills, a commitment to student success, and the ability to manage a hands-on, fast-paced learning environment are essential.
Compensation is as per the CIT Education Association Collective Bargaining Agreement. 10-month, school year (188 days), Mon- Fri, 7.5 hours per day
Website: https://www.citvt.com/en-US
Start Date: 2026-2027 school year
Application Deadline: 09/01/2026
Application URL: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18VhLZjG-VcwygzQsk0JYuebzYKH_GfN_/view
How to Apply: Apply with Letter of Interest, Resume, Standard Teaching Application:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qvly7nTdeImnYQwIT7nTpkqlRlWhskqx/view?usp=sharing,
and current PA Act 34, Act 151, and Act 114 FBI Clearances to: Adrianne Jones, Executive Director (jones@citvt.com)
Click here for Forms and Clearances for New Hires. https://docs.google.com/document/d/17mK96Cwwobz2lgzTfU5INOAL8F0X1-jlpflOFvS7oD4/edit
Applications accepted until position is filled. Posted 3/20/2026.
Contact Information:
Trish Valenti
Career Insititute of Technology
5335 Kesslersville Road
Easton, PA 18040
(610) 258-2857
valenti@citvt.com
