Automotive Technician Instructor: Train Tomorrow's Pros

Tidewater Tech; Norfolk, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and Matching

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Tidewater Tech in Norfolk, VA is seeking Automotive Technician Instructors to turn your hands-on shop experience into classroom teaching. Share expertise in maintenance, diagnostics, and repair while helping students build real-world skills.

No teaching experience required; we provide a 5-day paid instructor training program. This is a full-time or part-time role with flexible schedules, competitive pay up to $35/hour plus a $2,500 sign-on bonus, and a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on automotive maintenance, service, diagnostics, or repair experience.
• Strong knowledge of automotive systems, troubleshooting, repair procedures, and shop safety.
• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly and communicate with students.
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn instructional technology.
• Commitment to at least 20 hours of annual technical update training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on automotive technology instruction in classroom and lab environments.
• Teach automotive maintenance, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair using industry-standard tools and equipment.
• Demonstrate proper service procedures, shop safety practices, and diagnostic techniques.
• Mentor students as they develop technical skills and prepare for automotive careers.
• Evaluate student performance, monitor attendance, and maintain instructional records.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and professional learning environment.
• Collaborate with program leadership to support curriculum delivery, equipment readiness, and student success.
• Participate in technical training and professional development.

Skills

Automotive maintenance

Diagnostics

Shop safety

Communication

Technical training

Education

High school diploma or GED

ASE Certification preferred

Job description

Tidewater Tech in Norfolk, VA is seeking Automotive Technician Instructors to turn your hands-on shop experience into classroom teaching. Share expertise in maintenance, diagnostics, and repair while helping students build real-world skills.

No teaching experience required; we provide a 5-day paid instructor training program. This is a full-time or part-time role with flexible schedules, competitive pay up to $35/hour plus a $2,500 sign-on bonus, and a supportive learning environment.