Full-Time Tenure Track Faculty - Automotive Technology

City Colleges of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health benefits

403(b) & 457(b) plans

SURS Retirement Plan

Generous vacation, holidays, personal,

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Harry S Truman College seeks a dynamic Automotive Technology instructor for a full-time tenure-track position. The candidate will bring industry expertise, current knowledge of automotive systems, and a commitment to hands-on learning that aligns with ASE standards.

The role emphasizes teaching excellence, curriculum updates, and collaboration with industry. Truman College offers health benefits, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, and generous time off; Chicago residency is required within

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or higher in Automotive Technology; ASE certification expected.
• Associate degree acceptable as base; L1 ASE preferred.
• Current ASE certification and related certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate excellence in teaching and integrate new technologies.
• Post syllabi on BrightSpace and record final grades in PeopleSoft.
• Plan, prepare and deliver instruction and facilitate learning.
• Revise curriculum to align with automotive industry standards and ASE.
• Manage classroom schedule, attendance, and safety.
• Develop and deliver customized training for clients and maintain industry links.
• Advise and mentor students toward career goals.

Skills

Computer literacy

ASE knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Automotive Technology

Associate’s degree in Automotive Technology

ASE Certification (L1 preferred)

Tools

Scan Tools

Lab Scopes

DVOMs

Air Conditioning Equipment

Vibration Diagnostics

Job description

HARRY S TRUMAN COLLEGE

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

FULL-TIME, TENURE-TRACK FACULTY

Harry S Truman College, one of the City Colleges of Chicago, isseeking a dynamic, experienced, and student-centered AutomotiveTechnology professional to join our faculty as a Full-Time,Tenure-Track Instructor.

The successful candidate will bring strong industry expertise,current knowledge of automotive systems and diagnostictechnologies, and a commitment to preparing students for successfulcareers in the rapidly evolving automotive industry. The idealcandidate is an engaging educator and skilled automotiveprofessional who can connect classroom instruction with hands-onlearning, industry standards, emerging technologies, and workforceexpectations.

Truman College is committed to providing high-quality,accessible education that prepares students to achieve theiracademic, career, and personal goals. We seek faculty members whovalue excellence in teaching, student success, collaboration,innovation, and service to our diverse college community.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• You must demonstrate excellence in teaching, commitment tointegrating new technologies in the learning process and theability to inspire, motivate and empower students tosucceed.
• You are required to post your syllabi on Learning ManagementSystem (BrightSpace) and to enter your final grades online inPeopleSoft.
• Facilitation of Learning. Plan, prepare and deliverinstruction and facilitate the learning of students.
• Curriculum Implementation. Revise and continually updatecurriculum and instructional materials which are competency-based,current, consistent with employer expectations, and aligned withthe automotive industry and ASE certification.
• Classroom Management. Fulfill assigned schedule, maintainaccurate student attendance and grade records, maintaininstructional environment with emphasis on safety, housekeeping,and equipment security, and ensure opportunities forstudent/participant evaluation.
• Business/Industry/Community Linkages. Develop and delivercustomized training for various clients as needed and maintaininvolvement with business/industry/community through advisorycommittees, marketing and recruitment efforts, and professionalassociations and organizations.
• Advise and support students as a mentor and role model inthe achievement of their learning and career goals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Automotive Technology is stronglypreferred. Minimum associate’s degree in Automotive Technology asthe base degree.
• Current certification from the National Institute forAutomotive Service Excellence (ASE), plus all appropriatecertifications.
• L1 ASE certification preferred.
• Three to four years of work experience in thefield.
• Teaching experience a plus.
• Strong knowledge of intricate automotive systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work skillfully with highlytechnical diagnostic equipment, including: Scan Tools, Lab Scopes,DVOMs, Air Conditioning Recycling Equipment, Vibration DiagnosticEquipment, etc.
• Intermediate computer skills, including the use of theinternet, Microsoft Office products, email.

This position is represented by the Local 1600 FacultyUnion.

Salary Range is $58,000.00 - $65,000.00

The salary offered will be determined by the respectivecollective bargaining agreement and applicant's education,experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

WE OFFER:

• Excellent health benefits at a lowcost
• Investment plans 403(b) & 457(b)
• SURS Retirement Plan
• Generous vacation, holidays, personal and sick days
• TuitionReimbursement and Public Service Loan Forgiveness

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Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within6 months of hire.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative actionemployer.

Thank you for your interest in CCC!

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