ASE Education Foundation Instructor of the Year Nomination Form

There are many individuals within the automotive service industry whose contributions continue to influence and inspire long after they are gone. Such an individual was Byrl Shoemaker, Ph.D. Few have done as much to advance technician education and each year we recognize an outstanding instructor with an award to honor his memory.

The ASE Education Foundation Instructor of the Year award recognizes a high school or college instructor from an ASE accredited automotive, diesel/truck, or collision repair program who demonstrates excellence through their personal dedication and commitment to the young men and women who have chosen to pursue a technical career in the automotive service industry. It is a once-in-a-lifetime achievement for those outstanding instructors whose work reflects the same dedication to technical education modeled by Dr. Shoemaker.

The winning instructor will receive a plaque, a $1000 award, and an expenses-paid trip with their significant other to attend the ASE Instructor Training Conference, July 21-24, 2025 in St. Louis, MO, as well as ASE's Board of Directors fall meeting to be celebrated at the annual Technician of the Year Recognition Banquet. This year, the meeting and banquet will be held on November 19, 2025 in Savannah, GA. Their name will also be added to a plaque listing previous honorees displayed in the ASE Education Foundation office.

Candidates must be nominated by an administrator, e.g., Principal, Program Director, Dean, Department Chair, CTE Director, etc. Finalists will be contacted by ASE Education Foundation Field Managers to verify their information and eligibility. To nominate an outstanding instructor, complete the form below by the extended deadline of April 7, 2025. Thank you for helping us recognize the best of the best!

Your name*

First NameLast Name

Your postion/title*

Your school or school district*

Your email*

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Your phone number*

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Instructor's name*

First NameLast Name

Instructor's school*

School location*

Street Address

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Program level*

SecondaryPost SecondaryBoth (Dual Enrollment)

Program type*

AutomobileDiesel/Medium-Heavy TruckCollision Repair

Instructor attributes - check all that apply. If you aren't sure, don't check it.

Is a ASE Master TechnicianInvolved in State or National Standards and/or Curriculum ReviewAssists with SkillsUSA or FFA (CTSO)Active Evaluation Team Leader (ETL) for ASE Education FoundationPlaces students in paid positions in local automotive/truck/collision repair/parts businessesInstructor's students take ASE tests (Entry-Level or Professional)Other key activities - school, industry, and community involvement (please specify)

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What have they done to go above and beyond in service to students, their school, and/or the industry? If you have supporting documents or pictures, use the file upload below. *

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