Correctional Automotive Technology Instructor at Graham Correctional Center

Lake Land College; Hillsboro (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Land College seeks an instructor to teach courses and labs in the Automotive Technology Certificate program on-site. The position requires delivering instruction per approved outlines and coordinating with colleagues and administrators.

Responsibilities include preparing course guides, selecting texts, submitting purchase orders for materials, recording attendance and grades, and actively participating in college committees and student support services.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred.
• Teaching experience desired.
• Automotive technician experience required.
• Knowledge of diagnostic techniques.
• Ability to read and understand technical service manuals.
• Good communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses and labs in the Automotive Technology Certificate program.
• Prepare or revise guides for courses and submit to Administrator for review.
• Submit purchase orders for instructional materials and supplies.
• Report attendance and grades as prescribed by the Associate Dean.
• Attend faculty meetings called by administrative officers.
• Be on work site for 37.5 hours per week (30 minute lunch).
• Arrive at work site prior to the beginning of the shift and class time.
• Serve on committees for the betterment of the College.
• Assist in registration as needed.
• Assist students in meeting needs or solving problems and seek help when needed.
• Observe and enforce College regulations and inform the President of issues.
• Conduct oneself professionally and maintain equipment in area.

Skills

Reading manuals

Diagnostic techniques

Communication skills

Shop procedures

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Description

Responsible for teaching courses and labs in the Automotive Technology Certificate program.

Description of Essential Functions (critical tasks)

1. In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare or revise guides for courses offered in their division and submit to the appropriate Administrator for review.
2. Teach classes assigned by the Associate Dean and approved by the Vice President following course outlines approved by the College.
3. In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare textbook recommendations and submit to the Associate Dean.
4. Submit purchase order requests for instructional materials books required commodities and supplies to Associate Dean for approval.
5. Report attendance and grades as prescribed by the Associate Dean.
6. Attend faculty meetings called by the administrative officers.
7. Be on work site for 37.5 hours per week (30 minute lunch).
8. Arrive at work site prior to beginning of established shift.
9. Arrive at the classroom prior to the scheduled class time.
10. Serve on such committees for the betterment of the College as may be established by the administration and faculty.
11. Assist in registration as needed.
12. Consider the general and special needs of the student. Assist students in meeting needs or solving problems when necessary seek additional help from other college services.
13. Observe support and enforce the regulations, policies and programs of the College and inform the President in writing of any problem that might have a detrimental effect on the College.
14. Conduct oneself in a professional manner.
15. Notify the appropriate Administrator well in advance of absences.
16. Maintain inventory and control of flammable and caustics.
17. Maintain accurate control of tools and keys on assignment.
18. Prepare EGGC forms, task lists and attendance reports as required.
19. Maintain hourly count check on students.
20. Assist institutional personnel during emergency situations.
21. Comply with Illinois Department of Corrections regulations and procedures.
22. Maintain equipment assigned to area.

Specific Functional Job Requirements

Education Requirements:

• Associate Degree Preferred.

Experience Requirements:

• Teaching Experience desired.
• Automotive Technician Experience Required.

Knowledge:

• Diagnostic Techniques.

Skills:

• Must be able to read and understand technical service manuals and perform required operations.
• Must be able to demonstrate correct shop procedures and diagnostic techniques as well as repair procedures.
• Must have good communication skills.

Personal Requirements:

• Good Interpersonal Skills.