Adjunct Faculty: Automotive Service Technology

AIMS Communit College; Windsor (CO); On-site; USD 16,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

PERC access

Aims Discount

Free parking

PERA benefits

Additional retirement programs

Job summary

Aims Community College seeks part-time instructors to teach Automotive Service Technology at the Windsor campus and other locations as needed. The primary duty is to teach, with assignments varying by expertise and course availability.

Candidates should have ASE credentials and an associate degree with substantial industry experience. Preference for prior teaching but not required; cross‑modal delivery including online is supported.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in related field such as Automotive Service Technology plus 4,000 hours of relevant industry experience or current industry license/certification, plus 6,000 hours of relevant industry experience.
• Shall hold or qualify for a post-secondary vocational credential in Automotive issued by Aims Community College CTE Office. Contact Landon Loyd for the application at [e-mail].
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification in area to be taught prior to date of instruction.
• ASE G1-Certification must be obtained prior to first day of classes.
• ASE L1-Certification must be obtained within the first year of employment, as well as all other ASE Educational Foundation/NATEF Standards for current Program Instructor Certification.
• Ability to teach using methodologies that support a student-centered learning environment.
• Computer literacy and the ability to use computer technology in classroom/lab instruction.
• A positive attitude toward teaching courses in varied modalities, including online, synchronous remote and traditional face-to-face.

Responsibilities

• Teaching assignments may include a variety of courses in Automotive Service Technology depending on the candidate’s area of expertise.

Skills

Automotive knowledge

Teaching

Student-centered methods

Computer literacy

Education

Associates degree in related field

Post-secondary vocational credential

ASE Certification prerequisites

Tools

ASE Certifications list

Job description

For assistance, please contact the recruitment team at 970-378-3720.

Based on course content, wages will range from $1,297.00 per credit to $3,753.00 per credit.

In certain instances, due to low enrollment, faculty payment will be based on part‑time per credit pay and pro‑rated on a 10% per student basis.

Part‑time employees also receive some benefits depending on the number of hours worked.

• Tuition waiver for employee on Aims courses
• Access to the PERC (Aims gym) for employee & one guest
• Aims Discount program
• Free parking on all campuses
• PERA employer (see www.copera.org for comprehensive benefits)
• Additional supplemental benefits & retirement programs available

Job Description:

Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College’s Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College embraces and seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position.

The faculty member will conduct their assignments and co‑curricular college activities in a manner consistent with the philosophy and purpose of Aims Community College as stated in the school catalog. The primary purpose of the faculty member is to teach.

Candidates are sought to form a hiring pool for part‑time positions in Automotive Service Technology (Please list specific area in cover letter and resume).

Work Hours

Work Hours : Teach day and/or evening classes at Windsor campus and/or assigned other locations.

Job Duties

• Teaching assignments may include a variety of courses in Automotive Service Technology depending on the candidate’s area of expertise.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates degree in related field such as Automotive Service Technology plus 4,000 hours of relevant industry experience or current industry license/certification, plus 6,000 hours of relevant industry experience.

• Shall hold or qualify for a post‑secondary vocational credential in Automotive issued by Aims Community College CTE Office. Contact Landon Loyd for the application at [e-mail].

• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification in area to be taught prior to date of instruction.

• Full and current Automotive Service Excellence, (ASE) Certification in A1-Engine Repair, A2-Automatic Transmission, A3-Manual Drive Train and Axles, A4-Suspension and Steering, A5-Brakes, A6-Engine Repair, A7-Electrical/Electrical Systems, A8-Engine Performance.

• ASE G1-Certification must be obtained prior to first day of classes.

• ASE L1-Certification must be obtained within the first year of employment, as well as all other ASE Educational Foundation/NATEF Standards for current Program Instructor Certification.

• Ability to teach using methodologies that support a student‑centered learning environment.

• Computer literacy and the ability to use computer technology in classroom/lab instruction.

• A willingness to take classes in teaching methods, curriculum development, computer applications or other coursework deemed necessary by the Department Chair, Academic Dean, or Program Director.

• A positive attitude toward teaching courses in varied modalities, including online, synchronous remote and traditional face‑to‑face.

• Commitment to a high standard of work performance, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement of self and the program.

• Must have the knowledge of, and experience with, personal computers as well as using systems relating to automotive service repair and automotive service instruction.

• Must be able to operate and maintain automotive service industry tools and equipment.

• Basic Microsoft Office software experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous College teaching experience is an asset but is not required.

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Full and current Automotive Service Excellence, (ASE) Certification in A1-Engine Repair, A2-Automatic Transmission, A3-Manual Drive Train and Axles, A4-Suspension and Steering, A5-Brakes, A6-Engine Repair, A7-Electrical/Electrical Systems, A8-Engine Performance.

• ASE G1-Certification must be obtained prior to first day of classes.

• ASE L1-Certification must be obtained within the first year of employment, as well as all other ASE Educational Foundation/NATEF Standards for current Program Instructor Certification.

• Copy of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon hire)

All Applicants:

• Compare your previous work experience to the job duties listed on the job positing under job description. Enter the job duties you have preformed under the “Work Experience” section on your job application. We evaluate your experience based on this information.

• Please make sure you state whether work experience (aka work history) is part time or full time employment by listing the average number of hours worked per week. This information is used to determine your new annual salary.

• Be sure to upload all the required documents listed at the above in “Upload these required additional documents” section. This can be uploaded as part of your application materials in the “My Experience” section. If there are missing documents, your incomplete application will not be considered.

For information on our hiring practices, please visit our resource page: https://www.aims.edu/departments/human-resources/hiring-process

Faculty:

Upon hire, must submit academic transcripts from an accredited institution. Applicants who have degrees from outside of the United States must request a credential evaluation of their transcript. National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (www.naces.org) or Association of International Credential Evaluators (www.aice-eval.org) lists members who may be contacted for assistance in evaluating foreign credentials.

All required documents need to be submitted on every application. There is no way for Aims to attach these documents in the process. However, upon hire current Aims Community College Faculty are not required to submit transcripts if official transcripts are already on file.

Aims Community College is an equal opportunity employer. Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or veteran’s status. All application materials must be submitted by the closing date posted and become