Adjunct Instructor, Automotive Technology

Morton College; Cicero (IL); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

Morton College seeks an adjunct instructor to teach Automotive Technology courses to a diverse student population, with classes offered day and evening. The role requires applying the department syllabus template, approved textbooks, and supplemental materials to deliver engaging and rigorous instruction.

You will manage course logistics, submit personalized syllabi before courses start, maintain accurate grade books and attendance records, and communicate promptly with students and college

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Automotive Technology or related field.
• Minimum 5 years industry experience with ASE G1 and A6.
• Must demonstrate Morton College core values of compassion, equity, accountability, innovation, and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Utilize departmental syllabus template, approved textbooks, and supplemental course materials.
• Submit personalized course syllabus to Deans’ Office one week before course start date.
• Distribute and review comprehensive course syllabus to students by the first week.
• Receive, understand, and follow Course Data Form as distributed by Deans’ Office.
• Adhere to printed course schedule meeting times and locations.
• Obtain prior approval for substitutes from Deans’ Office.
• Maintain grade book in electronic or hard copy format.
• Take and record student Attendance each day.
• Submit accurate Attendance Verification and Mid-Semester Rosters to Deans’ Office.
• Give final exam per Final Exam Schedule.

Skills

ASE G1 certification

ASE A6 certification

Teaching experience

Industry experience

Education

Associate’s degree in Automotive Technology

Bachelor’s degree in related discipline

Job description

The adjunct instructor will teach Automotive Technology courses to a diverse student population. These courses may be offered during the day and evening. The responsibilities and duties of the instructor may change as the needs of the college arise.

• Utilize departmental syllabus template, approved textbooks, and supplemental course materials.
• Submit personalized course syllabus to Deans’ Office in electronic format one (1) week prior to course start date.
• Distribute and review comprehensive course syllabus to students no later than the first week of the course.
• Receive, understand, and follow Course Data Form as distributed by Deans’ Office.
• Adhere to printed course schedule meeting times and locations.
• Obtain prior approval for any substitute teachers or guest speakers from Deans’ Office.
• Maintain grade book in electronic or hard copy format.
• Take and record student Attendance each day.
• Submit accurate and certified Tenth (10th) Day Attendance Verification and Mid-Semester Class Roster or other report to Deans’ Office.
• Give final exam at the time and date indicated on the college’s Final Exam Schedule.
• Respond to e-mails from students, staff, and college administrators in a timely manner while classes are in session using assigned college designated e-mail.
• Check assigned college mailbox regularly.
• Attend campus-wide and department professional development and/or trainings.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Associate’s degree in Automotive Technology, related field, or equivalent industry training. Minimum 5 years industry experience with an ASE certification in G1, A6, & area of instruction.

Must be able to demonstrate the Morton College core values of compassion, equity, accountability, innovation, and excellence.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors’ degree in a related discipline, 5 years or more of previous community college and/or university teaching experience, ASE Master Certification with G1.

Salary rate is per ECH.