Instructor, Automotive Systems Technology - Adjunct

Guilford Technical Community College; North Carolina; Presencial; USD 50 000 - 70 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Pension plan

Competitive benefits

Resumo da oferta

Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) seeks an instructor to teach automotive and transportation courses in a lab environment. The role requires developing learner-centered lesson plans, utilizing current technology, and supporting student success across day, evening, and weekend sessions.

The ideal candidate has an Associate’s degree in Automotive Technology, ASE teaching certifications, and a valid driver’s license, with preference for a Bachelor's degree and ASE Master certification.

Qualificações

• Under general supervision, teach automotive courses in a lab setting.
• Instruct day, evening and/or weekend hours as needed.
• Maintain curriculum and classroom activities aligned with program goals.
• Incorporate current technology into instruction and labs.

Responsabilidades

• Teach automotive and transportation courses in a lab environment.
• Develop learner-centered lesson plans and assessments.
• Incorporate current technology for classroom and distance learning.
• Create a quality learning environment for a diverse student body.
• Maintain classroom and lab spaces and keep equipment up to date.
• Record grades and attendance using Colleague, WebAdvisor, Moodle.
• Address student concerns and promote retention and success.

Conhecimentos

Multi-task

Adapt to changing procedures

Communicate effectively

Create learner-centered environment

Technology proficiency

Team collaboration

Formação académica

Associate’s degree in Automotive Technology

ASE certifications in teaching assignments

Valid driver’s license

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Full Time/Part Time

Job Description

At Guilford Technical Community College ( GTCC ), we are dedicated to transforming lives through education and creating a lasting impact on our community. We invite passionate and innovative educators to join our mission-driven team, where you can enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance and competitive benefits, including a robust pension plan. Our beautiful, well-maintained campuses provide an inspiring environment for both teaching and learning, within an atmosphere of collaboration and excellence. At GTCC , you’ll be part of a supportive, dynamic, and inclusive culture committed to delivering exceptional results, making it a truly amazing place to work and thrive.

Teaching faculty at Guilford Technical Community College are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, modeling employability skills, demonstrating professionalism, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. He/she will be responsible for quality instruction and for effective participation and interest in the total affairs of the college.

Under general supervision, this individual will prepare and teach automotive and transportation courses designed for the automotive systems technology programs. The faculty member must be able to instruct a wide variety of topics within the curriculum in a laboratory environment and may be required to teach day, evening and/or weekend hours.

Duties/Functions

Teaching

• developing learner centered lesson plans
• employing teaching strategies & instructional materials for different learning styles
• incorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in classroom, distance learning and laboratory environments
• creating and modeling a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student population
• preparing, distributing and utilizing instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media and other devices as appropriate
• conducting appropriate assessment of student learning outcomes in courses and programs/general education as appropriate

Professional Development

• participating in professional development activities to maintain currency in field; maintaining current credentials or licensures as required by program or accreditation
• participating in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategies

Administration

• maintaining classroom and laboratory spaces including upkeep of assigned equipment
• providing for the security of facilities, equipment and instructional materials and maintaining safe working conditions
• maintaining student records (e.g., grades and attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using a variety of technology-based programs (e.g., Colleague, WebAdvisor, Moodle)
• complying with all applicable college, state and federal rules and regulations

Student Support

• addressing student concerns in a timely manner
• promoting retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success
• referring students to campus and community resources when appropriate

Demonstrate and model the College’s employability skills: adaptability, communication, information processing, problem solving, responsibility and teamwork.

Additional Duties & Responsibilities

Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education Required

• Associate’s degree in Automotive Technology, or related field from an institutionally accredited college
• ASE certifications in teaching assignments.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Education Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Automotive Technology or related field from an institutionally accredited college
• ASE Automotive Master certification.

Experience Required

• 3 years of relevant industry experience in an automotive repair facility.
• Experience and proficiency with automotive testing and diagnostic equipment.

Experience Preferred

• Greater than 3 years of relevant industry experience in an automotive repair facility.
• Post-secondary teaching and/or industry training experience.
• Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes.
• Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems.

KSA Required

The Instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its "open door" policy. He/she shall have demonstrated personal and professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The Instructor must be able to:

• Multi-task
• Support the Vision and Mission of the College
• Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments.
• Create and maintain a learner centered environment
• Communicate effectively
• Ability to effectively implement and apply technology solutions.

KSA Preferred

Department/Job Specific Requirements

• Mandatory GTCC Trainings (upon initial hire) and annual updates as required; other required trainings may be added as needed):
• Reporting Requirements
• Discrimination & Anti-Harassment (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)
• Shooter on Campus (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)
• Personal Information Protection (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)
• Ethics and Social Responsibility (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)
• eLearning Level One in Canvas before the first day of the first semester teaching
• eLearning Levels Two in Canvas for instructors who teach online or hybrid delivery methods before the first day of the first semester teaching in that format

Physical Demands

• May include teaching day and evening and/or weekend hours.
• Physical Requirements:
  • The person in this position will follow general industry safety standards while performing instructional duties as set forth by OSHA , NC Dept. of Labor, and/or Guilford Technical Community College.
  • The work environment will vary in classroom and lab settings.
  • The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.
  • The person in this position must be able to work in a lab/shop setting that is not climate controlled.

Other:

Criminal history checks, with acceptable results, are required.