Automotive General Service Technician Instructor at SCC: HR

University of the District of Columbia; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate automotive technology instructor to join their dynamic faculty team. This full-time, tenure-track position offers the opportunity to inspire the next generation of technicians in a state-of-the-art training center. The role involves teaching various automotive subjects, advising students, and collaborating with industry partners. With a focus on equity and inclusivity, the ideal candidate will adapt to diverse learning environments and foster a supportive atmosphere for all students. Join a community dedicated to excellence in automotive education and make a meaningful impact in students' lives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of automotive technician work experience required.
• All eight ASE certifications must be completed within 365 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop a cooperative program in automotive technology.
• Advise students and coordinate recruitment and placement with local dealers.

Skills

Automotive Technology Instruction

Microsoft Office

Learning Management Systems

Curriculum Development

Multicultural Awareness

Student Advising

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

ctcLink

Canvas

Starfish

Job description

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Salary Range: $58,484 to $77,156/ 172-day contract, dependent upon education/experience

*This position qualifies for an additional $3,308 / yr high demand supplemental salary in addition to annual contract amount.

Students in the automotive department are part of a community of faculty, students, and industry. Our faculty have industry experience as Master Technicians and are dedicated to educating the next generation of technicians. The state-of-the-art professional automotive training center is used by students as well as industry partners. Automotive faculty are responsible for teaching, developing, and leading a cooperative program in automotive technology.
Faculty teach theory and lab in all the following areas:

• Engines
• Manual & Automatic Transmissions/transaxles
• Engine Management & Emissions
• Electrical Systems
• Heating & Air Conditioning
• Brakes & Suspension

In addition to teaching, duties include student advising in the automotive technology program; coordination of student recruitment, selection, dealer placement and graduate follow up with local Independent, Nissan and Subaru automobile dealers. To remain current with automotive technology, the faculty member in this position will attend manufacturer-sponsored classes; coordinate and participate on automotive advisory committees; serve as liaison and resource person for the College-area automobile dealers and Nissan USA and Subaru of America; revise and update curriculum as required to meet industry standards and participate in college governance as well as department/division and campus-related professional activities. At least one-third of the teaching assignment may be in the evening, during the summer quarter and/or at off-campus locations.

Faculty at Shoreline will have an array of students from differing programs in their classroom, including professional technical and university transfers. Shoreline seeks a candidate that can identify and mitigate the barriers to success that many students face and be passionate about creating an equitable learning environment that supports success for all students.

Required Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum of two (2) years of Automotive technician work experience

Knowledge of

• Current applicable developments, research, and trends in the field
• Microsoft Office programs, learning management systems and other appropriate instructional technology (ex. ctcLink, Canvas, Starfish, etc.)

Skill in

• Imparting excitement and enthusiasm into the instruction of automotive technology.
• Fostering a climate of equity and belonging through multicultural awareness and responsiveness
• Experience with or willingness to gain experience with teaching and developing coursework online
• Adapting to a variety of teaching situations with students from diverse backgrounds/abilities
• Developing/modifying curriculum both collaboratively and independently
• Working, communicating, and interacting effectively with colleagues, staff, students, administrators, and others of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds

Term Of Employment
172-day annual contracts beginning January 6th, 2025. This is a full-time, tenure track position; overtime-exempt.

All eight (8) Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications must be completed within 365 days of hire.