Instructor Auto Collision Repair

Cambrian College; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambrian College is seeking an experienced instructor in automotive collision to teach and mentor students in Vancouver. You will develop curriculum, prepare materials and assessments, and guide students through lab work, field placements and projects.

Strong communication and modern repair knowledge are required. Responsibilities include advising students on programs, maintaining facilities, and collaborating with college departments on curriculum and committee work.

Qualifications

• Journeyman certificate in Automotive Collision is required.
• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience teaching or training in automotive collision topics is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Teaches students using lectures, demonstrations and hands‑on labs in automotive collision.
• Develops curriculum and prepares teaching materials and assessments.
• Maintains classroom facilities and equipment, and ensures confidentiality of student information.
• Advises students on program curricula and career decisions.
• Supervises independent or group projects and field placements.
• Participates in department and college meetings and committees.

Skills

Communication

Automotive Collision

Vehicle diagnostics

Repair equipment usage

MS Windows

MS Word

PowerPoint

Education

Journeyman certificate in Automotive Collision

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

MS Windows

MS Word

PowerPoint

Job description

This position is responsible for teaching students in an assigned field of study using a diverse set of instruction methods and tools. The position develops curriculum, prepares teaching materials, provides assessments of students’ progress. It ensures the proper stewardship of college facilities, equipment and other inventories. The position is also responsible for upholding the College’s policies and procedures and for participating in meetings and events and on committees.

1. Teaches students using a diverse and systematic plan of lectures, presentations, demonstrations, discussion groups, laboratory work, shop sessions, seminars, case studies, field assignments and independent or group projects.


2. Develops curriculum and prepares teaching materials and outlines for courses including audio visual and web-related materials where appropriate.


3. Prepares, administers and marks papers, tests, exams and other assessments to monitor and evaluate students’ progress. Provides detailed feedback on student performance.


4. Assists and provides support to students and potential students by advising on program curricula and career decisions.


5. Provides individualized or group tutorial or remedial instruction to students who require it.


6. Maintains effective stewardship of classroom facilities, equipment, materials, software and tools.


7. Arranges for and supervises independent or group projects, field placements, laboratory work or hands-on training.


8. Adheres toVCCpolicies and procedures including being available to students and maintaining confidentiality of student information.


9. Participates in departmental and college meetings and events. Consults with other College departments and may serve on committees concerning matters such as budgets, curriculum revision, and course and certificate or diploma requirements.


10. Performs other related duties as required.

• Journeyman certificate in Automotive Collision (Red Seal National Certificate).


• Proficiency in both Automotive Collision or one of the two place Automotive Glass or Automotive Detailing.


• Minimum of ten recent years’ experience in Automotive Collision industry.


• Minimum Grade 12 or equivalency (preferred).


• Ability to work and communicate well with others.


• Currency in diagnosis and repairing late model vehicles.


• Must be conversant and capable of using modern technical repair equipment.


• Working knowledge of MS Windows, MS Word and PowerPoint.