Instructor, Automotive Service Technology Ford Asset

Aims Community College; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Aims Community College in Colorado is seeking a Full-Time Automotive Faculty member for a 9-month academic year starting Spring 2027. The role emphasizes teaching, student engagement, and development of diagnostic and instructional materials.

Qualified candidates hold an Associate Degree in Automotive Service Technology, ASE certifications, Ford Master Technician Certification, and the ability to obtain a Colorado Vocational Instructors’ Teaching Credential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Automotive Service Technology or related field.
• Two years of work experience in automotive trade and qualify for a full-time Colorado Vocational Instructors’ Teaching Credential.
• ASE certifications listed (A1–A8) and ASE G1, L1 as required.
• Ford Master Technician Certification or ability to obtain in first year.
• Background checks including MVR may be required.
• Must be able to manage multiple students in a stacked class block.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and automotive service software.

Responsibilities

• Teach automotive courses in-person and online.
• Develop and refine department curriculum.
• Maintain attendance and grade records and submit syllabi on time.
• Provide advising to students pursuing degrees and certificates.
• Collaborate on assessments and program improvement.

Skills

ASE Certifications

Ford Master Technician Certification

Microsoft Office

Test bank creation

Education

Associate Degree in Automotive Service Technology

Colorado Vocational Instructors’ Teaching Credential in Transportation/Automotive

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Alldata / Mitchell on Demand / Shop Stream

IDENTIFIX / ATECH Equipment

Job description

Job Description

Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College embraces and seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position. Full-Time, Faculty, 9-month Academic position – Automotive Faculty. This is a Full-Time, due process, benefited Faculty position beginning Spring 2027 Semester. The faculty member will conduct their assignments and co-curricular college activities in a manner consistent with the philosophy and purpose of Aims Community College as stated in the school catalog. The primary purpose of the faculty member is to teach. The faculty member is also responsible for professional development and service to the college. Minimum Hiring Annual Salary: $51,856.00 Maximum Hiring Annual Salary: $72,250.00 Placement within the salary range above is based on a combination of education and work experience.

Teaching & Professional Obligations

• 75% Interacting with students to provide opportunities to learn, creating conditions that facilitate learning, and using techniques and methods that create a high probability that learning will occur.


• Instructional Delivery: Providing clear communication of information and promoting learning through an effective learning environment.


• Instructional Design: Designing, sequencing, implementing, and presenting experiences which promote student learning (both in-person & online), and designing, developing, and implementing tools, technologies, and procedures for assessing student-learning outcomes.


• Collaborate in the development and implementation of diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments of learning for students.


• Provide effective and high-quality instruction of subject being taught.


• Apply learning-centered educational practices such as creating and communicating clearly-defined outcomes for student learning.


• Provide a diverse array of learning activities that directly tie to those defined outcomes.


• Use assessment data to improve instruction and learning, and participate in an ongoing College-Wide dialogue about teaching and learning.


• Develop and refine department curriculum as necessary to maintain currency in pedagogy and content.


• Adopt new teaching methodologies as appropriate.


• Implement department, division, and/or institutional goals as assigned.


• Maintain office hours, turn in grades on time, meet assigned classes.


• Submits course syllabi and other required documents on time.


• Manages the classroom facility.


• Keeps accurate attendance and grade records.


• Met other professional obligations as stated in the Faculty Annual Plan and Evaluation.

Other Duties as Assigned.

Scholarly & Creative Activities (Professional Development) & Service to the College

• 25% Endeavors related to a faculty member’s teaching assignment that contribute to the discovery, dissemination, and practical application of knowledge and/or skill.


• Acquire and/or maintain certification.


• Attend conferences, workshops, and/or training appropriate to one’s field.


• Complete coursework related to one’s teaching assignment.


• Create teaching methodology and instructional design.


• Other activities that contribute to keeping current in the content field.


• Helping the College meet the goals and objectives of its mission and strategic plan.


• Provide competent advising to students seeking AAS, AS, and/or AA Degrees and program certificates.


• Fulfill College service requirements by making meaningful contributions on campus and/or to community service groups.


• Participate in institutional and departmental recruitment and retention activities.


• Assist in the evaluation and selection of textbooks and other resources and materials in one’s assigned area.


• Serve on department, division, and institutional committees.


• Assist in program and curriculum review, revision, and the development and assessment of learning.


• Maintain classrooms and/or labs.


• Demonstrate a willingness to embrace and apply the provisions of the College’s mission statement, purpose, philosophy and commitment to diversity.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Automotive Service Technology, Occupational Studies, or related field.


• Two (2) years of work experience in the automotive trade and qualify for a full-time, post-secondary Colorado Vocational Instructors’ Teaching Credential in Transportation, Automotive Service OR A current industry license/certification plus 6,000 hours (3 years) of relevant experience.


• Full and current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification in A1-Engine Repair, A2-Automatic Transmission, A3-Manual Drive Train and Axles, A4-Suspension and Steering, A5-Brakes, A6-Engine Repair, A7-Electrical/Electrical Systems, A8-Engine Performance.


• ASE G1-Certification must be obtained prior to first day of classes.


• ASE L1 Certification must be obtained within the first year of employment, as well as all other ASE Educational Foundation/NATEF Standards for current Program Instructor Certification.


• Ford Master Technician Certification or the ability to obtain in first year of employment.


• This position requires a commitment to a high standard of work performance, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement of self and the program.


• Must have the knowledge of, and experience with, personal computers as well as using systems relating to automotive service repair and automotive service instruction.


• Must be able to build test banks, operate, and maintain automotive service industry equipment.


• Requires the ability to work with more than one student(s) simultaneously during a stacked class block schedule.


• Microsoft Office software experience.


• This position requires the use of a company vehicle for business travel.


• The selected candidate must successfully pass an MVR and be insurable under Aims insurance.


• Required Licenses and/or Certifications (ASE) Certification in A1-Engine Repair, A2-Automatic Transmission, A3-Manual Drive Train and Axles, A4-Suspension and Steering, A5-Brakes, A6-Engine Repair, A7-Electrical/Electrical Systems, A8-Engine Performance.


• Ford Master Technician Certification & ASE G1-Certification (if not currently holding a certificate, it must be obtained in first year of employment).


• ASE L1 Certification & ASE Educational Foundation/NATEF Standards for current Program Instructor certification (if not currently holding certificate, it must be obtained within the first year of employment).


• Proof of a valid driver’s license and insurability for a personal vehicle.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter


• Resume/CV


• Teaching Philosophy


• Copy of unofficial transcripts (ASE)


• Certification in A1-Engine Repair, A2-Automatic Transmission, A3 Manual Drive Train and Axles, A4-Suspension and Steering, A5-Brakes, A6 Engine Repair, A7-Electrical/Electrical Systems, A8-Engine Performance.


• Ford Master Technician Certification & ASE G1-Certification (if not currently holding a certificate, it must be obtained in first year of employment).


• ASE L1 Certification & ASE Educational Foundation/NATEF Standards for current Program Instructor Certification (if not currently holding certificate, it must be obtained within the first year of employment).

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years Experience in Automotive Service repair with an established repair facility or business


• Prior automotive teaching experience in an accredited secondary or post-secondary institution within the past 5 years.


• Experience in College/High School recruitment.


• Extensive software and equipment knowledge of Alldata, Mitchell on Demand/Shop Stream, ATECH Equipment, Electude Automotive Curriculum, ConsuLab Equipment, , Mustang Dyno equipment, and Identafix.


• Service advising, automotive service management, and automotive dealership management experience.


• Microsoft Office Product experience, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.


• Experience in auto shop management, administrative activities related to budgeting, accounting, procurement, and personnel management.


• Snap-on Diagnostic Tool Certifications.


• Hunter Alignment and Wheel/Tire Equipment Certifications, COATS Wheel and Tire Certifications, Pro Cut Brake Certifications, R1234 HVAC Certification.


• D2L Educational Platform experience.


• Student activities or club experience, civic club or community engagement activities, public-facing event participation (car shows, trade shows).


• Ford Master Technician Certification.

Aims Community College is an equal opportunity employer.

Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or veteran's status.

Aims Community College is seeking talented people who are dedicated to helping our students succeed.

Aims is a locally governed and funded debt-free progressive community college based in Greeley, Colorado with three satellite campuses in Fort Lupton, Loveland and Windsor.

Aims serves 8,000 students per year, preparing them for success with 200+ degree and certificate programs.

Aims staff, faculty and administration work as a team to ensure excellent service and educational standards.

Our student body reflects the growing diversity of our community: 55% of our students identify as white, 36% Hispanic, 2% Asian, 2% African-American, and 2% multiracial.

Aims is committed to serving all of our students, including populations that are traditionally underserved in higher education.

We welcome applicants who share a commitment to inclusive excellence.

To comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, if hired, you will be required to provide documents within three (3) business days of hire date to show your identity and your authorization to work. This law applies to all persons hired.

Upon hire, all positions at Aims Community College require a criminal background check and may require industry specific screenings such as an MVR, physical and/or drug screen. Keep in mind, a conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being employed. The nature of a conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.

All required documents need to be submitted on every application. There is no way for Aims to attach these documents in the process. However, upon hire current Aims Community College Faculty are not required to submit transcripts if official transcripts are already on file.

Employees in these positions may be asked to participate in temporary assignments lasting less than 6 months (such as curriculum development, short term projects, meetings and substitute duties) which could amount to additional temporary pay.

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