Automotive Technician Program Instructor Pool - Adjunct (Part-time)

Chippewa Valley Technical College; Eau Claire (WI); On-site; USD 39,778 - 56,653; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP

Professional development

Gold Level Family Friendly Workplace

Library resources access

Student service benefits

Job summary

Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC) is building a pool of qualified adjunct and substitute instructors to teach Automotive Technician courses. Opportunities may arise per semester and are instructional, in face-to-face, online, or hybrid formats.

Instructors are expected to live within driving distance of CVTC campuses in Eau Claire and nearby cities. Applicants should have an associate degree with automotive emphasis or equivalent, ASE Master Technician credentials, and relevant

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or an associate's degree with a technical diploma in Automotive Maintenance; completion agreement allowed.
• ASE-Certified Master Automobile & Light Truck Technician; A1-A8, G1, L1-3 renewal every five years.

Responsibilities

• Plan for and instruct Automotive Technician courses.
• Implement progressive curriculum and high-quality instruction.
• Create performance-based assessments aligned with competencies.
• Promote student success with timely communication and feedback.
• Maintain professional currency and collaborate across the College.
• Model integrity, quality standards, and sustainable practices.
• Think critically and solve problems using appropriate information and tools.
• Communicate clearly and adapt messaging for diverse learners.
• Respect diversity and foster inclusive learning environments.

Skills

ASE Master Technician

EPA 609 MVAC

Teaching experience

Automotive maintenance knowledge

Education

Associate degree or equivalent with automotive emphasis

ASE-Certified Master Automobile & Light Truck Technician

Job description

Key Details

Location: US-WI-Eau Claire

Posting #: 2026-2095

Category: Adjunct Faculty - Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

Type: Part-Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Hourly Pay Rate/Salary: $35.00 per hour. Pay rate will be commensurate with qualifications.

Hours per Week: Average instructional hours vary based on assignment, may range from 3 to 8 hours per week.

Work Schedule: Schedule and hours vary based on department needs and candidate availability.

Anticipated Start Date: Varies

Overview and Responsibilities

Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC) is establishing a pool of qualified candidates to be considered when adjunct and/or substitute instructors are needed to teach Automotive Technician courses. Needs may become available prior to or during each semester.

Upon successful submission of your application, cover letter, resume, and transcripts, you will be considered for future adjunct and/or substitute teaching opportunities. CVTC will keep your application on file as a prospective candidate who could potentially fill a position when a need arises. If the need shall arise and review of your application materials result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted via the contact information provided on your application.

Adjunct instructors are hired on a per course basis. Courses are taught face-to-face in classroom, lab, or clinical settings; online; or a combination of online and face-to-face.

All CVTC instructors are required to meet with students and/or attend meetings on-site on a regular basis. This means that all instructors, including online instructors, must live within driving distance of CVTC campuses. Campuses are located in Chippewa Falls, Eau Claire, Menomonie, Neillsville and River Falls, Wisconsin.

CVTC adjunct instructors are dynamic partners for both students and the College. An adjunct instructor works with students beyond the classroom to ensure their success, models CVTC core abilities, and demonstrates commitment to excellence in program/course content and delivery. An adjunct instructor is able to work effectively in a collaborative environment; is willing to innovate and change to meet evolving program and industry needs; and demonstrates competency with use of technology that supports learning and teaching. Generally, an adjunct instructor will be hired to instruct specific open classes based upon the adjunct instructor's qualifications and availability.

Plan for and instruct courses in the area of Automotive Technician.

• Implement relevant and progressive curriculum.
• Deliver high-quality instruction through the planning and implementation of effective learning strategies and environments.
• Create performance-based assessments aligned with competencies through formative and summative measures.
• Promote student success through timely communication, growth-based feedback, and implementation of strategies that meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Meet professional expectations by maintaining professional currency and contributing to a collaborative culture across the College.
• Ability to model integrity through self-awareness, personal accountability, ethical behavior, quality standards, and sustainable practices.
• Ability to think critically by applying problem solving practices, acquiring relevant information, using technology and other resources appropriately, and evaluating alternatives.
• Ability to communicate effectively by speaking and writing clearly, concisely, and professionally; practicing active listening; reading critically and adapting communication for audience.
• Ability to recognize personal biases, adapt to different cultural situations, and demonstrate a commitment to respectful interactions with persons of various ethnic, cultural, socio-economic, or educational backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field OR an associate's degree in any field with a technical diploma in Automotive Maintenance (industry certifications may be taken into consideration in lieu of a technical diploma in Automotive Maintenance). If all other knowledge, skills, and abilities are present, candidates in process of completing an associate's degree may be considered with an agreement to complete within a predetermined amount of time after hire.
• ASE-Certified Master Automobile & Light Truck Technician. A1-A8, G1, L1-3 and ability to renew every five years.
• Minimum of 2 years (4,000 hours) of occupational experience in a target job for the program or programs being taught, of which at least 1 year (2,000 hours) shall be within 5 years prior to date of hire. One year (2,000 hours) of recent related occupational experience may be waived if the instructor has at least 2 years of post-secondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within 5 years prior to date of hire.
• EPA 609 MVAC Certification for Automotive Air Conditioning.
• Prior teaching or training experience preferred but not required.
• ASE Instructors must attend a minimum of 20 hours of recognized automotive industry technical update training each year that is relevant to their program.

In evaluating candidates for this position, the College may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to perform duties of position.

As an equal opportunity/access employer and educator, CVTC is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

CVTC reserves the right to limit applicant consideration from specific geographic regions when differences in state-level policies, laws, or regulatory frameworks present conflicts with institutional standards and/or fiduciary responsibilities. This practice supports compliance, operational integrity, and alignment with the College's strategic objectives.

The College is seeking to attract diverse instructors and staff who can inspire our increasingly diverse student population. We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions. We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. Therefore, we seek applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits of diversity in a higher education community. Consideration will be given to equity-minded individuals committed to collaborating with faculty, staff, administration, students, and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps.

CVTC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the college's non-discrimination policies: Tam Burgau, Vice President of Talent & Culture, 620 W. Clairemont Avenue, Eau Claire, WI 54701, 715-833-6334, WI Relay: 711

Benefits Summary

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development
• Certified Gold Level Family Friendly Workplace (FFW)
• Access to expansive collection of college and public library resources for personal and professional use
• Free or low-cost services offered by CVTC program students, such as computer repair, automotive repair, Shear Inspiration Salon and Spa, aesthetician services and 620 West restaurant and culinary pop ups