Adjunct, Automotive

Salt Lake Community College; Utah; On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Utah is looking for an adjunct instructor for Automotive Systems Repair Technology. The role involves teaching courses on engines, electrical systems, and other aspects of automotive technology. Candidates should have a relevant degree and significant experience as an automotive technician. The position is contractual, requiring on-site presence to foster engaging learning experiences. Essential qualifications include ASE certification and teaching experience in automotive technology.

Qualifications

• Minimum six years as an automotive technician.
• High school or postsecondary teaching experience may substitute for industry experience.
• Develop course curriculum.
• Supervise automotive repairs made by students.
• Follow the course curriculum.
• Prepare and administer students' evaluations.
• Keep accurate classroom records.
• Provide ADA accommodations as directed.
• Answer questions about the course.
• Follow SLCC policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the Automotive ASE disciplines.
• Skilled in automotive steering/suspension and brakes.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse people to maintain relationships.

Responsibilities

• Teach all subjects within Automotive Systems Repair Technology.
• Develop new curriculum and update existing curriculum as needed.
• Supervise automotive repairs made by students.
• Maintain student records and prepare course material.
• Participate in department and college meetings and committees.

Skills

Knowledge of Automotive ASE disciplines

Skilled in automotive steering/suspension and brakes

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to maintain good working relationships

Follow curriculum

Student evaluations

Classroom records

ADA accommodations

Course inquiries

SLCC policies

ASE disciplines

Steering/suspension/brakes

Communication across diverse groups

Education

AAS Degree in Automotive Technology

Bachelor's degree in Automotive Technology

ASE Master Certification with G-1

ASE Certified – G-1

ASE Master Certification – G-1

Job description

Job Overview

The instructor will teach college students in successfully obtaining the skills and knowledge needed to be successful in their careers. Teach all subjects within the functional area of Automotive Systems Repair Technology. Those courses can include engines, electrical, hydraulics, chassis & transmissions. Use the classroom and laboratory to instruct college students in the technical information and fundamental skills required to maintain and repair all types of passenger vehicles and trucks. Develop new curriculum and update existing curriculum as needed, create courses to support delivery in a competency-based environment, attend all required department and school meetings, and fulfill all department and school assignments. Serve on school and college committees.

Position Details

This is a pooled position. The department reviews applications as positions become available.

Please attach resume or curriculum vitae, copy of transcripts, or other documents for consideration.

1) In accordance with SLCC policy, adjunct positions are offered on a semester-by-semester basis with no guarantee of continued employment. 2) Official transcripts are required for those who are offered employment within 30 days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must maintain student records.
• Prepare course material.
• Develop course curriculum.
• Supervise automotive repairs made by students.
• Follow the course curriculum.
• Prepare and administer students' evaluations.
• Keep accurate classroom records.
• Provide ADA accommodations as directed.
• Answer questions about the course.
• Follow SLCC policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the Automotive ASE disciplines.
• Skilled in automotive steering/suspension and brakes.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of diverse people, culture, ethnic background, and abilities, to maintain good working relationships across the College.
• Ability to work with all groups in a diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic background of community college students, faculty and staff, including those with disabilities.

Commitment and Conduct

All Faculty will maintain an on-site campus presence to encourage in-person relationships and create engaging, meaningful, and impactful learning experiences unless approved for online-only courses. You are employed as an Adjunct Faculty member/Instructor on a contract-to-contract basis, with no future expectation or obligation for employment. Your employment may be terminated at will at any time. You are required to maintain professional boundaries with all SLCC students.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum six years as an automotive technician.
• AAS Degree in Automotive Technology and 4 years experience as an automotive technician.
• Bachelor’s degree in Automotive Technology and two years experience as an automotive technician.
• High school or postsecondary teaching experience may be substituted for industry experience.
• ASE Certified – G-1.

Professional Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Automotive Technology and two years experience as an automotive technician. ASE Master Certification with G-1.