WBCE Adjunct Faculty – Auto-Tech

Carroll Community College; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

Carroll Community College is seeking an adjunct faculty member to teach continuing education students in entry-level auto mechanic repair. Courses cover suspension/steering, brakes, electrical systems, and engine performance to prepare students for ASE entry-level certification.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of auto-mechanic experience, industry certifications in each area, strong communication and presentation skills, and the ability to use trainers.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of auto-mechanic experience.
• Must be industry certified in each area of instruction or have equivalent experience.
• Teaching experience and the ability to use trainers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach continuing education auto repair courses, focusing on suspension/steering, brakes, electrical systems, and engine performance.
• Prepare students for ASE entry-level certification in these areas.
• Maintain safe, professional classroom environments and assess student progress.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Presentation

Critical thinking

Education

ASE certifications in automotive areas

Tools

Auto repair trainers

Job description

Adjunct Faculty

Application Deadline: This position is open until filled.

Contact

Jeremy Roop - [e-mail]

Salary

See Non-Credit Adjunct Faculty scale for comprehensive salary information.

Department: Workforce, Business, and Community Education (WBCE)

Pay Grade: Placed on Non-credit Adjunct Faculty Scale

FLSA Status: Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

CARROLL COMMUNITY COLLEGE is currently seeking adjunct faculty to teach continuing education students in entry level auto mechanic repair. Instruction focuses on the 4 main areas of auto repair including suspension/steering, brakes and electrical systems and engine performance. Courses will prepare students to be ASE entry-level certified in these areas.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of experience in the auto-mechanic trade and be willing to learn and provide instruction using trainers. Must be industry certified in each area of instruction or have equivalent experience. Strong communication, presentation and critical thinking skills required. Teaching experience and additional relevant industry certifications preferred. Class schedules may vary from daytime or evening hours.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position involves a light to medium level of physical effort which requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:

• Hear/talk/communicate – Must be able to exchange information and communicate
• Visual Acuity/ability to perceive or detect surroundings
• Mental acuity – Able to focus, concentrate, understand and convey subject matter
• Repetitive motion (i.e., keyboarding)
• Stand/sit/walk/able to move or traverse from one area to another

WORK ENVIRONMENT

College campus, direct contact with students, staff, faculty and the general public in classrooms, common and shared areas, offices and campus environments. Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as office, meeting, and training rooms. Use of safe workplace practices with office equipment; computers for data entry and word processing with some highly technical applications and new technology systems; avoidance of trips and falls; observance of fire and building safety regulations and all College policies.

Directions to Apply

Interested applicants must email a resume and cover letter to [e-mail]

This position is open until filled.

To qualify for employment

• successfully complete a criminal background check (for designated positions)
• be able to work on campus as of the first day of employment
• be a resident of MD, PA, VA, WV, or DC as of the first day of employment
• be currently authorized to work in the US, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorships
• complete an employment application upon request, prior to progressing through the initial interview process

Carroll Community College is committed to fostering a welcoming environment for all. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.