Part time Auto Body Repair Instructor

Washtenaw Community College,; Michigan; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is looking for a dedicated Part-Time Auto Body Repair Instructor to join their Transportation Technologies Department. In this role, you will teach essential skills in automotive collision repair and refinishing, ensuring students gain hands-on experience with industry-standard practices. The position requires a commitment to maintaining a safe learning environment and adherence to safety protocols. If you are passionate about shaping the future of automotive technicians and enjoy working in a collaborative educational setting, this is an exciting opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or ASE certifications required for candidates.
• Experience in teaching and auto body repair essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging instruction and promote safety in lab classes.
• Develop a learning environment that fosters student success.

Skills

Auto Body Repair

Safety Protocols

Teaching Skills

Curriculum Development

Industry Certifications (ASE)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Studies

Associate degree in Occupational Studies

Tools

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Auto Body Repair Equipment

Job description

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Our college strives to make a positive difference in people’s lives through accessible and excellent educational programs and services.

Washtenaw Community College seeks to recruit and retain a productive workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve our community and to build on the success of our students, faculty & staff. Washtenaw Community College is committed to creating a welcoming environment.

Washtenaw Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posting Number: 0603003

Position Title: Part time Auto Body Repair Instructor

Position is: Part Time

Position Type: Faculty Position (Full Time/Part Time)

Department/Ofc.: Advanced Technologies & Public Service Careers

Position Description:

Join the Transportation Technologies Team at Washtenaw Community College!

The Transportation Technologies Department at Washtenaw Community College is dedicated to preparing students for dynamic careers in the automotive and transportation industries. Our department offers hands-on learning experiences with cutting-edge technology, ensuring that students gain the skills needed for success in this rapidly evolving field.

We are seeking dedicated professionals to join our team in a part-time capacity. Each position within our department contributes to the education and training of future automotive technicians, engineers, and industry professionals. If you are passionate about sharing your expertise and shaping the next generation of skilled workers, we encourage you to apply!

Position Summary:

Washtenaw Community College (WCC) is seeking a Part-Time Auto Body Repair Instructor to teach Auto Body Repair (ATT) credit courses, ensuring students gain the essential skills needed for careers in automotive collision repair, refinishing, and structural analysis. Instruction may take place in-person, online, hybrid, or lab-based settings, depending on program needs.

The instructor will play a critical role in fostering a safe and professional learning environment, ensuring students follow industry-standard safety protocols while using tools, equipment, and materials in all lab-based courses.

Additionally, instructors must conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times to serve as a positive role model for WCC students, demonstrating ethical behavior, workplace professionalism, and industry best practices.

We are committed to providing high-quality education, student-centered learning, and career preparation in the field of auto body repair.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The Part-Time Auto Body Repair Instructor will:

• Deliver engaging, high-quality instruction that aligns with course learning objectives and program goals.
• Actively and effectively promote safety in all lab classes, ensuring strict adherence to the department’s standardized safety protocols and procedures.
• Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and reinforce safety measures related to hazardous materials, tools, and equipment operation.
• Develop and maintain a learning environment that fosters student success, professionalism, and hands-on training.
• Utilize diverse teaching strategies (e.g., lecture, demonstration, online tools, and hands-on lab work) to accommodate various learning styles.
• Ensure curriculum compliance with industry certifications such as Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and best practices in collision repair.
• Assess student performance effectively, utilizing a combination of written exams, skill assessments, project-based learning, and hands-on evaluations.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, safety training completion, and grading, ensuring compliance with college policies.
• Collaborate with industry professionals and maintain partnerships with automotive repair and collision businesses to align coursework with workforce needs.
• Stay current in the field through professional development, industry training, and compliance with ASE certification standards.
• Participate in curriculum development and revision efforts to ensure course content remains relevant to industry standards.
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives, including program assessments and participation in the Student Opinion Questionnaire (SOQ) process.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications (Required for HLC Compliance):

Candidates must meet at least one of the following sets of qualifications:

Option 1:

• Earned Bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally-accredited institution in Occupational Studies (auto body repair concentration) or related field required.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications B2-B5 required. Minimum 1 year full-time work experience required.

Option 2:

• Associate degree in Occupational Studies (auto body repair concentration) or related field may be considered with minimum 2 years full time work experience and ASE certifications as above.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in composite materials, including carbon fiber and fiberglass repair.
• Knowledge of light weighting techniques for auto body repair, including vacuum-bagging.
• Expertise in specialized auto body equipment related to lightweight materials and collision repair.
• Recent, successful experience in post-secondary education, particularly in Auto Body Repair courses.
• Online, hybrid, or remote teaching experience utilizing modern instructional technologies.

Posting Date: 01/06/2022

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Salary/Hourly Rate: $66.34

Salary Comments: 2024-2025 Academic Year. Professional Instructor (Non-Adjunct) $995 per one (1) course contact hour. The course contact hour divided by 15 equals the clock hour rate (i.e., $995/15 = $66.34). Normally a three (3) credit hour course in either Fall or Winter Semester would typically equal three (3) course contact hours.