TERM INSTRUCTOR - DIESEL POOL

Del Mar College Testing Center; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Del Mar College Testing Center in Corpus Christi is seeking a TERM INSTRUCTOR for the Diesel Pool. The successful candidate will teach assigned courses in Diesel Applied Technology, engage with diverse learning styles, and maintain strong professional relationships.

Required qualifications include an Associate’s degree in Diesel Technology or extensive experience in the field. The position focuses on advancing instructional quality in a safety-sensitive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years experience in Diesel field.
• Ability to utilize a variety of teaching methods to accommodate students' learning styles.
• Successful college teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses per semester, including online and dual-credit classes.
• Evaluate students' progress and provide effective feedback.
• Maintain professional relationships with students and community.

Skills

Skill in Diesel Applied Technology

Ability to plan course instruction

Diverse teaching styles

Experience with instructional technologies

Education

Associate’s degree in Diesel Technology

High School Diploma with 8 years experience

Tools

Blackboard

Canvas

Job description

Position Information

Posting Number: F0247

Open to: All Applicants

Job Title: TERM INSTRUCTOR - DIESEL POOL

Position Title/Rank: TERM INSTRUCTOR - DIESEL

Department: Air Conditioning, Aviation and Automotive

Position Type: Instructor

Employment Status: Term

Open Date: 11/10/2025

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Job Description Summary

The purpose of this position is to teach assigned courses per regular semester that could include online courses and/or dual-credit/early college classes.

Demonstrate skill, knowledge, and abilities in the teaching discipline.

Teach assigned courses in a variety of times and locations in response to institutional need.

Make continuous efforts to advance the quality of instruction.

Develop and use a variety of teaching methods and materials to assist students who have differing educational and experiential backgrounds in meeting the course outcomes.

Maintain appropriate professional relationships with students, colleagues and the community.

Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course outcomes within the College grade and grade appeals procedures.

Review, evaluate, recommend, and effectively use student learning materials.

Provide students with a written and accessible course syllabus that follows the Course Syllabus Guidelines and facilitates a clear understanding between student and instructor of the content, goals, requirements, expectations, evaluation methods and schedule of work.

Maintain a classroom environment that promotes teaching and learning.

Hold scheduled, posted virtual or physical office hours of at least one (1) hour daily and be available for and encourage conferences with students.

Assist in academic advising of declared majors.

Assist with marketing programs and recruiting students.

Participate in the self‑evaluation process.

Establish goals and objectives which may include personal and professional development plans in consultation with the department chair.

Maintain professional standards of competence in the discipline and teaching methodology through professional development/engagement activities.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Demonstrate skill, knowledge, and abilities in the field of Diesel Applied Technology.
• Ability to plan course instruction based upon approved syllabus/outline provided to ensure course content and objectives are met.
• Ability to utilize a variety of teaching styles and methods to accommodate diverse learning styles of students.
• Successful experience utilizing instructional technologies, including computers, internet resources and other appropriate media in instruction.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Diesel Technology.
• Three (3) years of work experience in the Diesel field.
• OR High School Diploma and eight (8) years of work experience in the Diesel field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in teaching.
• ASE Certification.
• Ability to teach and communicate with students of varied multicultural backgrounds.
• Successful college teaching experience.
• Knowledge of and commitment to teaching strategies and methods which enhance student success.
• Experience teaching college level online courses and/or documented successful training in a college online learning management system (e.g., Blackboard, Canvas).

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions.

Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As provided by law, Del Mar College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity/transgender status, sexual orientation), age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, or any other constitutionally or statutorily impermissible reason.

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Interest

Optional Documents

• Transcripts