Automotive Technology - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 1,189,000 - 1,693,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Advancement opportunities

Professional development support

STRS pension

Mentoring for teaching transition

Job summary

Sinclair Community College is seeking part-time (adjunct) faculty to teach in-person classes at the Dayton campus. The starting pay is $1,046 per credit hour. This role requires residing in Ohio, Indiana, or Kentucky or ability to work in one of these states. Prior teaching experience and ASE certification are valued.

Responsibilities include curriculum-based instruction, syllabi preparation, and maintaining records. Compliance with state employment and tax requirements applies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in automotive technology or related field required.
• Five years of experience in the field or industry required; industry license/certification (e.g., ASE) preferred.
• Evidence of successful prior teaching experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to use modern educational technology in instruction.
• Hold and maintain ASE certification in the content area taught.

Responsibilities

• Teach curriculum developed by the department.
• Plan and organize instruction to maximize student learning.
• Prepare syllabi for assigned sections in accordance with policies.
• Utilize instructional technology as appropriate to enhance learning.
• Modify instructional methods to meet diverse student needs.
• Maintain accurate records and submit final grade rosters on time.
• Keep student information confidential.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Multimedia instruction

Educational technology

Education

Bachelor’s degree in automotive technology or related field

ASE certification or equivalent licensure

Job description

Position Information

Position Information (Default Section)

Job Title Automotive Technology - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

Location Main Campus - Dayton, OH

Job Number 05151

Department Automotive Technology

Job Category Adjunct Faculty (Part-time)

Job Type Part-Time

Status Regular

Job Open Date 05/18/2026

Resume Review Date Ongoing

Closing Date 08/31/2026

Open Until Filled No

Position Summary

The Automotive Technology Program is designed for studentsaspiring to become automotive service technicians in automobiledealerships, independent service facilities and auto-relatedindustries. AutomotiveTechnology is a challenging, high-paying career path, andit begins with your desire to succeed along with state-of-the-arttraining from Sinclair College.

Sinclair is currently seeking part-time (adjunct) faculty toteach in-person classes during daytime and evening hours at theDayton campus. The starting pay for Adjunct Faculty is $1,046 percredit hour.

This position is open only to applicants who residein Ohio, Indiana, or Kentucky, or who are able to perform workwithin one of these states. Sinclair Community College restrictspart-time employment to approved states due to employment, tax, andbenefits compliance requirements.

Why work for Sinclair College?

• Tuition waiver for 3 credit hours per semester
• Structured opportunity for advancement and promotion
• Support for continued professional development andeducation
• STRS pension participation, with 14% employer contribution
• High quality programs and events for work-life balance
• Faculty mentoring available to aide transition fromprofessional work to a teaching role

*SCC has the right to revise this position description at anytime. This position description does not represent in any way acontract of employment.

Principal Accountabilities

• Adjunct faculty teach curriculum developed by thedepartment
• Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize studentlearning
• Prepare and provide syllabi for all assigned sections inaccordance with department and divisional policies
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies, useavailable instructional technology when appropriate
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategiesto meet diverse student’s needs
• Support classroom and online efforts to promote studentsuccess
• Evaluate and return student work in a timely manner to promotelearning
• Maintain accurate records of student progress
• Submit final grade rosters according to establisheddeadlines
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
• Adjunct Faculty cannot be assigned to teach more than themaximum of 12 credit hours per semester

Requirements

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in automotive technology orrelated field required; OR must meet the specific requirementsassociated with Tested Experience
• Tested Experience Requirements:
  • Minimum of a high school diploma or GED required AND
  • Minimum of five years of experience in the field or industryrequired AND
  • Must possess an appropriate industry license, credential, orcertification required. (ex. ASE certified)
• Evidence of successful prior teaching experience ispreferred
• Hold and maintain the Automotive Service Excellencecertification in the content area taught
• Demonstrated commitment to improving student learning throughinnovative strategies shown to help students succeed at the courseand program level
• Effective communication skills and interpersonal skills withthe capacity to work successfully in a culturally diverse collegecommunity
• Must possess demonstrated skills in using modern educationaltechnology, including multimedia-based instruction

Official transcripts for all post-secondary degrees (ifapplicable) and successful completion of a background check will berequired prior to date of hire.

Supplemental Questions

1. * Do you meet the education requirements for the position aslisted in the job posting?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you meet the work experience requirements of this positionas described?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you meet the licensure and certification requirements asdescribed in the posting?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * In accordance with Sinclair Community College employment,tax, and benefits compliance requirements, please select the statein which you currently reside or will perform work for thisposition.
   • Ohio
   • Indiana
   • Kentucky
   • I do not reside in or am unable to perform work in one of thesestates.
5. * Are you legally authorized to work in the United States, andwill you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for awork visa? *Sinclair Community College will not sponsor applicantsfor work visas.
   • Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States and do notrequire sponsorship now or in the future.
   • Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States but willrequire sponsorship now or in the future.
   • No, I am not authorized to work in the United States.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Other
2. Associate's Transcript
3. Bachelor's Transcript
4. Master's Transcript