Part-time Automotive Instructor

Blackhawk Technical College; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Blackhawk Technical College in Janesville, Wisconsin seeks a part-time instructor for the Automotive Technician program. Courses are delivered in the Blackboard LMS within a lab setting to align with industry needs and workforce outcomes.

The instructor will lead courses that prepare students for automotive careers and ensure practical, industry-relevant learning outcomes. The role requires a relevant degree, automotive experience, and ASE certification, with responsibilities including classroom

Qualifications

• Associate degree or plan to achieve within 3 years of hire.
• Two years (4,000 hours) of occupational automotive service experience, with at least 1 year (2,000 hours) within 5 years prior to hire.
• One year (2,000 hours) of recent related teaching experience may be waived if the applicant has 2 years of post-secondary teaching in the field within 5 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction for assigned classes.
• Remain current with industry needs and ensure graduate outcomes meet workplace expectations.
• Engage in ongoing student learning assessment to determine instructional effectiveness.
• Create a classroom/lab environment respectful of diversity and multiculturalism.
• Maintain accurate student records and reports as requested by administration.
• Identify students needing assistance and refer them to Student Services; collaborate with relevant staff.
• Stay current on developments in teaching to accommodate diverse learning styles and technologies.
• Prepare and update course syllabi per BTC guidelines.
• Assist in enforcing college regulations and report student conduct issues to administration.
• Hold weekly office hours and perform other duties to meet student, employer, and college needs.

Education

Associate Degree in Automotive, Diesel, Transportation, or related field

ASE Master Certification (A1–A8, G1, A6, A4, A5)

Job description

Overview

As a part-time instructor you will provide instruction within our Automotive Technician program. Courses will be taught in the Blackboard learning management system platform in a lab environment to meet the needs of this growing industry. Instructors need to lead courses that engage and prepare students for careers in their area of study.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction for assigned classes.
• Remain current with industry needs and assure graduate outcomes that meet the workplace expectations.
• Engage in ongoing student learning assessment to determine effectiveness of instruction and curriculum.
• Create a classroom/lab environment that is respectful of diversity and demonstrates a commitment to multiculturalism.
• Maintain accurate student records and reports as requested by administrative offices.
• Identify students needing assistance and refer students to Student Services. Collaborate with Student Services and the Academic Support Division staff members to help students adjust to the learning environment.
• Remain current on developments in the teaching field so that instruction is delivered for a variety of learning styles, uses the latest supportive technology and utilizes alternative delivery methods.
• Prepare and update course syllabi (using BTC guidelines) for each course taught.
• Assist in the enforcement of college regulations and report student conduct violations to administration.
• Hold weekly office hours, and other duties required to meet student, employer, and college needs.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Automotive, Diesel, Transportation, or related field. (or Degree Plan to achieve Associate Degree within 3 years of hire.)
• Two years (4,000 hours) of occupational experience in an automotive service technician or related position of which at least one year (2,000 hours) shall be within 5 years prior to the date of hire. One year (2,000 hours) of recent related experience may be waived if the applicant has at least 2years of post-secondary teaching experience in the appropriate occupational field within 5 years of the date of hire.
• Current ASE Master Certified A1-A8 or
  • G1-Maintenance and Light Repair
  • A6-Electrical/Electronic Systems
  • A4-Suspension and Steering
  • A5-Brakes