Automotive Technology Adjunct Instructor (Evenings)

Ozarks Technical Community College; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Ozarks Technical Community College seeks an Adjunct Instructor in Automotive to develop and deliver daily lesson plans, manage a safe, well-equipped lab, and align instruction with industry standards.

You will collaborate with full-time faculty, adapt curricula, assess student performance, and participate in department activities. Evening or weekend teaching availability is preferred, with emphasis on hands-on training and student engagement.

Qualifications

• Five years of employment experience in the automotive/diesel/heavy-duty/industry or a related field
• Ability to maintain a lab space that is well organized and that will allow for safe, productive, and effective student learning.
• Demonstrate current knowledge in course content and effectiveness in teaching assigned subjects.
• Availability to teach evening courses, as needed.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to use information technology for professional productivity (such as Microsoft Office Suite).

Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction which is reflective of current discipline standards and is accurate, relevant, and engaging using college–approved curriculum and resources.
• Actively engage and interact with students using intentional best practice teaching strategies.
• Plan and prepare the learning environment with needed materials and supplies.
• Communicate and collaborate with full-time instructors in creating and implementing course curriculum, objectives and materials.
• Present course content in an unbiased and civil manner, while demonstrating respect, helpfulness, and responsiveness toward students.
• Demonstrate professional conduct, positive attitude, and supportive culture.
• Maintain appropriate record keeping for assigned classes to include student attendance, record of grades earned, and other related classroom information.
• Maintain confidentiality of students, parents/guardians, and fellow staff members, as well as records and all information.
• Exhibit exemplary attendance and punctuality.
• Comply with college policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Automotive industry experience

Lab management

Teaching knowledge

Evening classes

Teamwork

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

ASE Certification

Bachelor's degree

Industry credential in automotive field

Job description

Ozarks Technical Community College seeks an Adjunct Instructor in Automotive to develop and deliver daily lesson plans, manage a safe, well-equipped lab, and align instruction with industry standards.

You will collaborate with full-time faculty, adapt curricula, assess student performance, and participate in department activities. Evening or weekend teaching availability is preferred, with emphasis on hands-on training and student engagement.