Automotive Technology-Adjunct Faculty (Pool)

Top 2 Percent Scientists; Gardner (MA); On-site; USD 4,000 - 7,000; Part time

Job summary

Top 2 Percent Scientists, affiliated with Mount Wachusett Community College, is seeking adjunct faculty in automotive technology to deliver quality instruction in various learning environments. This role is part of a pool of part-time faculty positions for the 2024–2025 and 2025–2026 academic years.

Candidates must have a Master ASE certification and experience in automotive instruction. This position involves teaching across Gardner and Fitchburg campuses, with engagements based on the evolving demands of the faculty pool.

Qualifications

• Master ASE Certified Master Technician required.
• Evidence of competence in automotive instruction.
• Maintain industry expertise relevant to teaching responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Teach automotive courses in traditional and non-traditional learning modes.
• Prepare instructional materials and lesson plans.
• Assess student performance and submit final grades timely.
• Be available to students by appointment.
• Participate in minimal faculty meetings.
• Travel to Gardner and Fitchburg campuses as needed.

Skills

Automotive instruction

Lesson planning

Student assessment

Industry expertise

Education

Associate’s degree in a related field

Master ASE Certified Master Technician

Job description

Institution: Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC)

Location: Gardner and Fitchburg, Massachusetts

Position Type: Part-Time / Adjunct

Posted: 12/09/2025

Application Status: Open Until Filled

Category: Automotive Tech / Heavy Equipment

Position Overview

MWCC is seeking adjunct faculty in automotive technology to provide high-quality instruction in classroom, laboratory, and online settings. This role is part of a pool of potential part-time positions for the 2024–2025 and 2025–2026 academic years. Applicants will be considered as openings arise.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach automotive courses in traditional and non-traditional learning modes
• Prepare instructional materials and lesson plans
• Assess student performance and submit final grades timely
• Be available to students by appointment
• Participate in minimal faculty meetings (typically one per session)
• Travel to both Gardner and Fitchburg campuses as needed

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a related field
• Master ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certified Master Technician requiredEvidence of competence in automotive instruction
• Maintain industry expertise relevant to teaching responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced L‑1 ASE certification
• 3–5 years teaching experience at the community college level

Salary

• 3-Credit Lecture: $4,191 – $5,064
• 4-Credit Lecture: $5,588 – $6,752
• 4-Credit Lab: $6,259 – $7,562

Additional Information

• This is an open pool position; candidates may be contacted as openings occur.
• Employment screening may include CORI and SORI background checks.
• MWCC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
• COVID-19 vaccination is strongly encouraged but not required.

Application Instructions

Candidates must submit the following:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Apply as soon as possible; the pool remains open until filled.