Adjunct Assistant Professor, Automotive Service Technology

LM Wind Power / GE; Town of Florida (NY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

LM Wind Power / GE is seeking a part-time Adjunct Assistant Professor for Automotive Service Technology to teach a variety of courses covering essential automotive skills. The candidate will plan and provide instruction while engaging with students and faculty both on-campus and remotely.

The role demands expertise in automotive technology and a minimum of four years of experience in the field. Attractive working conditions include a diverse community college environment and flexible scheduling across various campuses.

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of experience in the automotive field.
• Relevant teaching experience preferred.
• Exceptional organizational skills and subject matter expertise.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Automotive Technology instruction in various settings.
• Evaluate and revise curriculum to meet industry standards.
• Maintain accurate student records and assess student learning.

Skills

Customer service

Collaboration

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Master Certification

Associate's degree or higher in Automotive Technology

Job description

Job Description Summary

Each part-time faculty member reports to a chair or director, satisfies criteria for accreditation, possesses subject matter expertise, and has the following instructional and institutional responsibilities:

• Designing courses, delivering instruction, evaluating student learning, and incorporating college-required technology.
• Possessing subject matter expertise and engaging in ongoing professional development.
• Maintaining effective communication within the College and the department or program.

Salary is determined per the SF Salary Schedule.

Under general supervision, the Adjunct Assistant Professor for Automotive Service Technology develops, prepares and teaches a variety of coursework covering all eight areas of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) to include: Engine Repair, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle, Manual Drive Train & Axles, Suspension & Steering, Brakes, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Heating & Air Conditioning, as well as Engine Performance.

Adjunct Faculty are employed on a term-by-term basis and may be assigned teaching duties at SF's main Northwest campus or at any of the College's six educational centers. Course offerings within the Construction and Technical Department may be taught during the day, evening, or online, as well as taught using other distance learning formats.

Responsibilities and Duties

Plan, organize, and deliver Automotive Technology instruction in didactic, laboratory and/or classroom settings to promote student success within a community college setting. Support and promote the college and departmental missions centered on excellence in teaching and learning through quality instruction, curriculum enhancement, and service. Collaborate with department chair, faculty, and peers to evaluate, revise, design and develop curriculum current with industry standards to cultivate mastery of course content. Provide students with frequent, timely assessment and clear feedback regarding academic performance. Appropriately document student progress and maintain accurate records such as attendance, grading and achievement of student learning outcomes. Honor student confidentiality and privacy as per appropriate laws, regulations and college rules. Develop methods that fairly and accurately assess students' progress in achieving the stated learning outcomes/objectives. Maintain appropriate office hours proportionate to the instructional assignment. Actively engage professional organizations and community partnerships within the automotive industry. Effectively utilize online course management systems to deliver and enhance course instruction. Provide service excellence through courteous, informed, accessible and professional engagement. Perform other duties as assigned.

Reports to: Director, Construction and Technical Programs

Qualifications Required

• Minimum of an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Master Certification with four (4) years of experience working in the automotive field.
• Preferred: an Associate's degree or higher in Automotive Technology or related discipline.
• Relevant teaching experience within a community college setting.
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise, exceptional organizational skills, and a vision and desire to enhance automotive technology education at the college and elevate the program to exceed state, national and local standards of excellence.

General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to deliver a high level of interactive customer service.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships throughout the organization.
• Communicate effectively and possess proficient computer skills, including familiarity with the Microsoft Suite of Office Applications.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule at multiple sites, and ability to work well with students, faculty and staff in a diverse, multi-cultural environment.
• Criminal background check will be conducted.

EEO Statement

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Preference will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of veterans. The college reserves the right to extend deadlines and/or not to offer advertised positions.