Automotive Technology - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

Sinclair Community College; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 1,225,000 - 1,657,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Waiver for You

Career Growth Opportunities

Generous Retirement Benefits

Work-Life Balance and Wellness

Faculty Mentorship

Job summary

Sinclair Community College is seeking part-time (adjunct) faculty to teach in-person Automotive Technology courses at the Dayton Main Campus. The starting pay is $1,046 per credit hour, with eligibility to teach day and evening sessions.

Employment is restricted to Ohio, Indiana, or Kentucky residents or those able to work in these states. Position emphasizes curriculum delivery, effective instruction, and use of instructional technology to promote student success and timely grade submission.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in automotive technology or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Adjunct faculty teach curriculum developed by the department.
• Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize student learning.
• Prepare and provide syllabi for all assigned sections in accordance with department and divisional policies.
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies, use available instructional technology when appropriate.
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student’s needs.
• Support classroom and online efforts to promote student success.
• Evaluate and return student work in a timely manner to promote learning.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress.
• Submit final grade rosters according to established deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication

Educational technology

Education

Bachelor’s degree in automotive technology

ASE certification

Job description

Location

Location Main Campus - Dayton, OH

Job Number

Job Number 05151

Department

Department Automotive Technology

Job Category

Job Category Adjunct Faculty (Part-time)

Job Type

Job Type Part-Time

Status

Status Regular

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 09/01/2026

Resume Review Date

Resume Review Date Ongoing

Closing Date

Closing Date 12/31/2026

Open Until Filled No

The Automotive Technology Program is designed for students aspiring to become automotive service technicians in automobile dealerships, independent service facilities and auto-related industries. Automotive Technology is a challenging, high-paying career path, and it begins with your desire to succeed along with state-of-the-art training from Sinclair College.

Sinclair is currently seeking part-time (adjunct) faculty to teach in-person classes during daytime and evening hours at the Dayton campus. The starting pay for Adjunct Faculty is $1,046 per credit hour. This position is open only to applicants who reside in Ohio, Indiana, or Kentucky, or who are able to perform work within one of these states. Sinclair Community College restricts part-time employment to approved states due to employment, tax, and benefits compliance requirements.

Why you’ll love Sinclair:

The following are some of the benefits that part-time/adjunct faculty with Sinclair College receive:

• Tuition Waiver for You: Employees can take advantage of tuition-free access for up to 3 credit hours per semester.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Grow your career through opportunities for advancement and promotion
• Generous Retirement Benefits: Build your future through participation in STRS , including a 14% employer contribution.
• Work-Life Balance and Wellness: Access programs, resources, and events that support your personal well-being and professional success.
• Faculty Mentorship: Receive guidance and support from experienced faculty to help you transition from a professional career into the classroom.

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

Principal Accountabilities

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

Requirements

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in automotive technology or related field required; OR must meet the specific requirements associated 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 industry required AND
  • Must possess an appropriate industry license, credential, or certification required. (ex. ASE certified)
• Evidence of successful prior teaching experience is preferred
• Hold and maintain the Automotive Service Excellence certification in the content area taught
• Demonstrated commitment to improving student learning through innovative strategies shown to help students succeed at the course and program level
• Effective communication skills and interpersonal skills with the capacity to work successfully in a culturally diverse college community
• Must possess demonstrated skills in using modern educational technology, including multimedia-based instruction

Official transcripts for all post-secondary degrees (if applicable) and successful completion of a background check will be required prior to date of hire.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you meet the education requirements for the position as listed in the job posting?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you meet the work experience requirements of this position as described?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you meet the licensure and certification requirements as described?
  • Yes
  • No
• * In accordance with Sinclair Community College employment, tax, and benefits compliance requirements, please select the state in which you currently reside or will perform work for this position.
  • Ohio
  • Indiana
  • Kentucky
  • I do not reside in or am unable to perform work in one of these states.
• * Are you legally authorized to work in the United States, and will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for a work visa? *Sinclair Community College will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
  • Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States and do not require sponsorship now or in the future.
  • Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States but will require sponsorship now or in the future.
  • No, I am not authorized to work in the United States.