Diesel Mechanic Lab Assistant

Southwestern-Oregon-Community-College; Coos Bay (OR); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Southwestern Oregon Community College is seeking an Adjunct Lab Instruction Assistant in Diesel Mechanic Technology at the Coos Campus. The role is 90% lab time with duties to assist in instruction and student evaluation within the Diesel program.

The position supports the lab, follows course syllabi, and collaborates with the instructor to provide diverse instructional delivery. Some evening or weekend lab hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Instruct diverse audiences using varied learning modalities.
• Evaluate student progress and develop curriculum.
• Motivate and inspire students.
• Strong written and spoken English communication.
• Willingness to teach lab hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lab instruction of Diesel Mechanic Technology courses.
• Use varied instructional methods to meet diverse learning needs.
• Assist instructor in evaluating students and submit grades per college policy.
• Follow syllabus with outcomes, structure, grading, and dates.

Skills

Instruct diverse audiences

Tech integration into curriculum

Adult-oriented delivery methods

Work with diverse backgrounds

Evaluate student progress

Motivate students

English communication

Cooperative teamwork

Review and apply training materials

Willingness to teach lab hours

General instructional delivery

Education

Two-year Diesel Mechanic Technology program (preferred)

Job description

To assist the lab instruction of courses in Diesel Mechanic Technologyas assigned.

Lab Instruction Assistant (90% of Time)

1. Assist the lab instruction of various courses in Diesel Mechanic Technology.
2. Use instructional methodology appropriate to the audience and to the student (e.g., lecture, demonstration, group discussion, technology-enhanced delivery, computer-assisted delivery, and distance delivery). Must be able to explain and deliver materials in a variety of ways to meet the needs of a broad range of learning activities.
3. Support the assigned instructor in evaluating students in accordance with the criteria in the course outline and other applicable college policies and procedures. Is responsible for turning in grades according to college policy and procedure.
4. Follow a course syllabus for each course taught which includes, but is not limited to, course outcomes, course structure, materials to be covered, grading criteria, due dates for materials, exam dates and office hours.

General Duties (10% of Time)

1. Work effectively with colleagues and students of various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, demonstrating an ability to work with others in a courteous and cooperative fashion.
2. Ensure compliance with all Southwestern Oregon Community College rules, regulations, and policies.
3. Demonstrate continued professional growth by staying current in and expanding knowledge of teaching techniques.

Performs Other Duties and Special Projects as Required/Assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

A minimum of a one (1) year Diesel Mechanic Technology experience with evidence of proficiency and expertise in Diesel Mechanic Technology.

Only degrees received from an accredited institution will be accepted; accreditation must be recognized by the office of degree authorization, US Department of Education, as required by ORS 348.609. Final candidate will be required to provide official transcripts for required degree, if applicable.

Successful applicants for this position must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities, or be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Knowledge and ability to instruct various audiences, both individuals and groups, taking into account various learning modalities and methods.
• Knowledge of computers and ways to integrate appropriate technologies into the welding and advanced manufacturing curriculum.
• Ability to use instructional delivery methods which enhance a broad public access to post-secondary education.
• Ability to work effectively and sensitively with individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds and perspectives, and abilities
• Ability to evaluate student progress both empirically and holistically and to prescribe and develop curriculum materials for individuals and classes.
• Ability to motivate and inspire students.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English with others both orally and in written form, which includes the ability to restate at various language levels, to simplify, and to use demonstrations, which relate to previous knowledge and concrete experience.
• Ability to use instructional delivery methods, which reflect an adult orientation.
• Ability to work cooperatively with department members and members of the college community in meetings and on projects.
• Ability to review, understand, apply and share concepts presented in training programs, conferences and/or professional literature.
• Willingness to teach and/or provide lab assistance at various hours as required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of a recognized two (2) year program of study in Diesel Mechanic Technology is preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OR LICENSES

• Must reside in the State of Oregon. Southwestern Oregon Community College is unable to support out of state employment at this time.
• Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process.

JOB TITLE: Adjunct Faculty Instructor Lab Assistant – Diesel Mechanic Technology

LOCATION: Coos Campus

FTE: Part Time

DEPARTMENT: Instruction

PAY GRADE: Adjunct Salary Schedule

EXEMPTION STATUS: Exempt

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Enclosed

REPORTS TO: Dean of Instruction and Vice President of Instruction

CLASSIFICATION: Adjunct Faculty – term by term assignment

REVISION DATE: August 2025

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION STATEMENT

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

This job description is a general description of essential job functions.It is not intended as an employment contract nor is it intended to describe all responsibilities, skills, effort, or work conditions associated with the job someone in this position would perform. All employees of Southwestern Oregon Community College are expected to perform tasks as assigned by Southwestern Oregon Community College supervisory/management personnel regardless of job title or routine job duties.

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VETERAN'S PREFERENCE STATEMENT

Applicants are eligible to use Veteran's Preference when applying with Southwestern Oregon Community College in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

• MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) – OR – Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating a non-service connected pension.
• Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
  • You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at: http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/

For information regarding Veteran's Preference qualifications, visit the following website: http://www.oregonjobs.org/DAS/STJOBS/vetpoints.shtmlq

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