Automotive Instructor: Inspire & Mentor Tomorrow's Technicians

WyoTech; Laramie (WY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

PTO and paid holidays

401K

Health insurance, vision, and dental

Life and short-term disability

Job summary

WyoTech in Laramie, WY is seeking an Automotive Instructor with real-world industry experience to educate and mentor the next generation of technicians. Prior teaching is preferred but not required, and a strong emphasis is placed on safety, curriculum development, and effective classroom leadership.

Salary ranges from $62,500 to $90,000 DOE, with opportunities for growth and a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage, PTO, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Work Verification
• Background check
• 7 years’ experience within the last 10 years, or upon Approval by the Licensing and Training Director
• 5 years’ experience within the last 10 years with Associates

Responsibilities

• Comprehend and apply the contents in the Employee Handbook and Student Handbook
• Adhere to and ensure the enforcement of WyoTech policies and procedures
• Administer all academic policies and procedures
• Accurately complete all necessary documentation promptly
• Complete as directed all responsibilities involving submission of grades, tests, attendance, and all other designated materials to the Registrar
• Communicate effectively with faculty and staff campus-wide
• Read through the instructor's critiques on a quarterly basis
• Be conversant in and support EPA and safety procedures
• Maintain and attend to the repair of class equipment and tool inventory
• Attend regularly scheduled instructor meetings
• Attend graduation and registration
• Participate in curriculum development
• Develop a professional rapport with the students
• Encourage students to ask questions
• Demonstrate patience in answering repetitive questions
• Encourage motivation and enthusiasm in the shop and classroom
• Encourage student interest and attentiveness
• Display enthusiasm for the subject matter
• Maintain eye contact with students
• Make students aware of professionalism infractions
• Encourage students to do safe, quality work
• Stress safety precautions
• Hold necessary review classes
• Prepare adequately for class and shop prior to start time
• Have supplemental teaching items ready
• Always monitor the class
• Remain in control of the class throughout the lesson
• Explain the requirements for each lesson completely
• Establish a feeling of need; create interest, and clearly state lesson objectives in lesson introductions
• Challenge the students to do their best
• Use appropriate teaching methods to accomplish objectives
• Follow the lesson plan, summarize the lesson, and stay on the subject being taught
• Provide appropriate information, resources, and assignments for a lesson (text, reference books, information sheets)
• Work with and utilize the CANVAS LMS system to update presentations and delivery information
• Demonstrate items to strengthen student understanding
• Demonstrate competency in teaching
• Objectively apply all evaluations

Skills

Strong people skills

Enthusiastic and motivating

Sound judgment and critical thinking

Excellent communication

Professional experience

Certifications and/or training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

WyoTech in Laramie, WY is seeking an Automotive Instructor with real-world industry experience to educate and mentor the next generation of technicians. Prior teaching is preferred but not required, and a strong emphasis is placed on safety, curriculum development, and effective classroom leadership.

Salary ranges from $62,500 to $90,000 DOE, with opportunities for growth and a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage, PTO, and retirement options.