Automotive Technologies Instructor

Automotive Technologies Instructor

Employer

Catawba Valley Community College
2550 Highway 70 SE
Hickory, NC 28602
Phone: 828-327-7000

Job Location

Hickory, NC

Salary/Grade

Minimum Base Salary: $4,235 per month

Benefits

Full-time benefits; see posting

Job Category

  • Instructional (Faculty)

Application Period

Opens: Thursday, May 6, 2021
Closes: Wednesday, May 26, 2021

Target Start Date

Monday, August 2, 2021

Expected Work Hours

Hours vary; typically M-F

Employment Type

Full-time, 10-month

Minimum Qualifications

Education requirements:
 Master ASE certification, including G.1 and L.1 required. AAS Degree or higher required, AAS in Automotive preferred
 
 Experience: 
 5 years’ experience as an automotive technician minimum, High School teaching experience a plus.
 
 Knowledge of:

  • Principles and procedures of academic and institutional program development in automotive technologies field
  • Current trends, research, developments, and resources in automotive technologies field
  • Federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations as they relate to students and teaching

Ability to:

  • Create effective instruction for delivery both online and in the classroom while maintaining compliance with ADA standards.
  • Communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing
  • Work effectively in diverse teams, both within assigned department and cross-functionally across the college
  • Interpret and apply college goals, policies, and procedures
  • Maintain any relevant equipment and supplies related to instruction

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

Position Description

Provide effective instruction to students in the classroom and lab by preparing for each learning experience, providing supplemental materials to enhance textbooks and lessons, using effective evaluation methods to evaluate student performance.
 
 Support student learning outside of the classroom by holding regular office hours, providing information about additional resources outside of class, and responding to emails and phone calls in a timely manner so as to promote student success.
 
 Support curriculum development by participating in the creation and evaluation of courses, curriculum, and programs, participating in program advisory committees, attending departmental meetings, and serving as backup for other faculty members.
 
 Promote the success of the college by participating in standing and/or ad hoc committees, including the Automotive Advisory Committee, the Automotive Club, and SkillUSA, and by following college professional and ethical guidelines.
 
 Maintain teaching and work environment in the classroom and lab by maintaining equipment and supplies, ensuring overall cleanliness, functionality, to provide a safe learning and work environment. Assist with general maintenance and upkeep of the Automotive Department.
 
 Stay current in chosen field and teaching methodology by meeting or exceeding all institutional professional development guidelines, participating in professional development workshops and seminars, and participating in professional organizations and reading journals in the teaching and automotive technologies fields. Participate in  Recruitment and Retention activities.
 
 Maintain accurate records such as attendance, grades, information for accreditation, and other important data and submit reports according to college policies.
 
 Assist with maintaining ASE Education Foundation Accreditation.

How to Apply

Please visit the posting to apply. 

Job Post Contact

Human Resources
Catawba Valley Community College
2550 Highway 70 SE
Hickory, NC 28602-8302
Phone:  (828) 327-7000 Ext. 4100
Fax:  (828) 624-5246
Email: humanresources@cvcc.edu