Instructor, Motor Vehicle Technology

Sowela Technical Community College; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package: retirement, medical,

Holidays and vacation benefits

Job summary

DCC in New Orleans, LA, is seeking an Instructor for Motor Vehicle Technology. This 9-month, unclassified faculty position entails delivering college-level instruction, preparing syllabi, and assessing student outcomes. The role includes advising students, supporting recruitment efforts, and ensuring compliance with policies.

Requires ASE/GM credentials and 3 years in automotive repair. Responsibilities emphasize professional development, attendance, and collaboration with the division to select

Qualifications

• Required Education: A.A.S. in Motor Vehicle Technology with appropriate certification and 3 years of work experience.
• Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree or higher.
• Required Experience: Three years in the automotive repair field.
• Required Licenses or Certifications: ASE and GM training credentials and other dept/GM certifications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain performance standards and pursue goals aligned with the College mission.
• Attend and provide instruction for all class sessions and ensure attendance.
• Prepare instructional content and engage students with varied learning styles.
• Create and distribute detailed course syllabi within the first week of the semester.
• Administer final examinations per College policies and use diverse assessment methods.
• Serve as academic advisor and participate in recruitment and retention activities.
• Assist students with information about job opportunities, certifications, and articulated programs.
• Attend Faculty Convocation and at least one Graduation Ceremony per academic year.

Education

A.A.S. in Motor Vehicle Technology

Bachelor's degree or higher (preferred)

Job description

Instructor, Motor Vehicle Technology Job no: 495260 Closes: 9/5/2026 4:55:00 AM Work Type: Faculty Full-Time Locations: New Orleans, LA Categories: Academic Affairs

College: DCC

Department: Academic Affairs

Sub department: Academic Affairs

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 9 month

Duties and Responsibilities

• 1. Maintain performance standards and pursue goals, objectives, and activities that promote the Mission of the College. Each faculty member will be evaluated annually by students, supervisors, and possibly by peers.
• 2. Participate in professional development activities that enhance the faculty member's effectiveness.
• 3. Attend and provide meaningful instruction for all class sessions during the semester. Be punctual in class attendance and provide instruction for the complete class period. Make appropriate arrangements for necessary absences according to College policies.
• 4. Make adequate preparation for the instructional process to ensure that course content is presented in a professional manner, with adequate opportunity for students to engage in dialogue about the material, and such that the learning process is facilitated for students with varying learning styles.
• 5. Create a learning environment in which all students are treated equitably and with respect.
• 6. Collaborate with departmental (college-wide) colleagues in the selection of library resources, software, and textbooks and in the development of master course syllabi.
• 7. Develop and distribute within the first week of the semester course syllabi that are in accordance with approved master syllabi and which describe in detail the requirements of the course, attendance policy, assessment strategies, grading system, appropriate safety procedures, classroom management policies, and other information as appropriate.
• 8. Develop and administer final examinations to students during the scheduled exam periods and in accordance with College policies.
• 9. Use a variety of assessment strategies throughout the semester to maximize student success, including assessment of program outcomes.
• 10. Participate in assessment of non-traditional learning for credit.
• 11. Maintain accurate attendance (if applicable in accordance with the College’s current attendance policy), progress, and evaluation records in an acceptable gradebook format and file these gradebooks (or a copy) with the division office at the end of each semester.
• 12. Monitor the enrollment of students in classes by directing students who are not officially enrolled to their division office or the Registrar's Office to correct enrollment problems and by restricting attendance to officially enrolled students.
• 13. Adhere to all timelines established by the College, particularly with respect to the submission of grade rosters, reporting non-attendance of students (if applicable in accordance with the College’s current attendance policy), withdrawing students from classes in accordance with the College’s Required Drop Due to Non-Attendance Prior to Official 14th (7th) Class Day policy, and by responding to records inquiries and other communications about students in a timely manner.
• 14. Instruct students in the safe and proper use of equipment and supplies and in procedures for proper housekeeping and storage of materials.
• 15. Maximize the use of advanced technology, including the use of computers and related strategies, in the classroom as appropriate.
• 16. Provide classroom instruction in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, College and federal harassment policies, and other legal requirements.
• 17. Obey and enforce College policies that prohibit the use of foodstuffs in the classroom, smoking within College buildings, drugs on campus, and the destruction and misuse of all College property.
• 18. Serve as academic advisor and participate in recruitment and retention activities for students in programs within the division.
• 19. Participate in training sessions that familiarize the faculty member with the Student Information System.
• 20. Perform registration assignments as scheduled by supervisor.
• 21. Participate in committee activities within the division and at the campus and College levels.
• 22. Assist students with information about job opportunities in the discipline or program, with certification or licensure information, and with information about articulated programs and coursework at secondary and postsecondary institutions.
• 23. Serve as a resource to students in the pursuit of employment or advanced educational opportunities by completing recommendations or helping with contacts.
• 24. Attend Faculty Convocation and a minimum of one Graduation Ceremony per academic year.
• 25. Attend meetings.
• 26. Be receptive to requests from colleagues, students, and administrators to serve in a voluntary capacity in such situations as: coverage of a colleague's class on an emergency basis, coverage of the divisional office on an as needed basis, speaking engagements, recruitment activities, serving as advisor to a student organization, assisting in or supporting student activities, assisting at local conferences, or participating in fund-raising activities.
• 27. Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and supervisors and utilize appropriate channels of communication with all members of the College community.
• 28. Adhere to the work week requirements set forth in the College’s Workload Requirements policy.
• 29. Represent the College in manner, appearance, and behavior that promote a positive image of the College within the community.

Required Education: A.A.S. in Motor Vehicle Technology. Appropriate certification and 3 years of work experience in the field.

Required Experience: Three years of work experience in the automotive repair field.

Required Licenses or Certifications: Must possess ASE and GM training credentials and other certifications dictated by the department or General Motors.

Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree or higher preferred. Minimum 3 years work as auto technician preferred. Must possess ASE and GM training credentials. ASE and GM certifications must remain current.

Preferred Experience: Three years of work as an auto technician.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Benefits

As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System,DCC has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. DCC is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. DCC is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.