Instructor, Ford Asset Automotive Technology – Adjunct Position Available In Guilford, North Carolina

Instructor, Ford Asset Automotive Technology•Adjunct Guilford Technical Community College•4.2

Jamestown, NC Job Details Estimated:

$63.1K•$76.2K a year 1 day ago Benefits Opportunities for advancement Qualifications ASE Certification Automotive repair Mid-level 3 years Driver’s License Bachelor’s degree Automotive Technology ASE Master Automotive Technician Certification Higher education teaching Moodle Associate’s degree Communication skills Teaching Full Job Description Teaching faculty at Guilford Technical Community College are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, modeling employability skills, demonstrating professionalism, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. He/she will be responsible for quality instruction and for effective participation and interest in the total affairs of the college. Under general supervision, this individual will prepare and teach automotive courses designed for career technical programs. The faculty member must be able to instruct a wide variety of topics within the curriculum in a laboratory environment and may be required to teach day, evening and/or weekend hours. Duties/Functions Teaching Prepare & teach departmental courses to include: developing learner centered lesson plans employing teaching strategies & instructional materials for different learning styles incorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in classroom, distance learning and laboratory environments creating and modeling a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student population preparing, distributing and utilizing instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media and other devices as appropriate conducting appropriate assessment of student learning outcomes in courses and programs/general education as appropriate Professional Development Maintain a professional status that supports the instructional mission by: participating in professional development activities to maintain currency in field; maintaining current credentials or licensures as required by program or accreditation participating in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategies Administration Provide daily & ongoing oversight of facilities, equipment and student records to include: maintaining classroom and laboratory spaces including upkeep of assigned equipment providing for the security of facilities, equipment and instructional materials and maintaining safe working conditions maintaining student records (e.g., grades and attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using a variety of technology-based programs (e.g., Colleague, WebAdvisor, Moodle) complying with all applicable college, state and federal rules and regulations Student Support Provide an environment conducive to student success to include: conducting recruiting activities promoting retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success referring students to campus and community resources when appropriate Demonstrate and model the College’s employability skills: adaptability, communication, information processing, problem solving, responsibility and teamwork.

Additional Duties & Responsibilities:

Maintain student records. Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor. Difficult Challenges Contacts Education Required Associate degree in Automotive Technology. ASE Certification in Electrical. Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record. Education Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Automotive Technology or related field-of-study. ASE Master Certification. Ford technician certification(s). (Ford ASSET Program) Experience Required 3 years of relevant industry experience in an automotive repair facility.•Experience and proficiency with automotive testing and diagnostic equipment. Teaching and/or industry training experience. Experience Preferred More than 3 years of relevant industry experience in an automotive repair facility. Teaching experience in a post-secondary automotive technology program Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes KSA Required The Instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its “open door” policy. He/she shall have demonstrated personal and professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The Instructor must be able to: 1. Multi-task 2. Respect Diversity 3. Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments. 4. Create and maintain a learner centered environment 5. Communicate effectively 6. Ability to effectively implement and apply technology solutions.

Departmental/Job Specific Requirements:

Mandatory GTCC Trainings (upon initial hire) and annual updates as required; other required trainings may be added as needed): 1. Reporting Requirements 2. Discrimination & Anti-Harassment (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter) 3. Shooter on Campus (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter) 4. Personal Information Protection (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter) 5. Ethics and Social Responsibility (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter) 6. eLearning Level One (before the first day of the first semester teaching) 7. eLearning Levels Two and Three for instructors who teach online or hybrid delivery methods (before the first day of the first semester teaching) KSA Preferred Department/Job Specific Requirements Physical Demands 1. May include teaching day and evening and/or weekend hours. 2. Physical Requirements a. Hear and see b. Stand extensive periods of time (up to 6 hours) c. Lab instruction may require setting up demonstrations and moving large, bulky training simulators, engines, transmissions, and other heavy components in advance of class. d. Student projects may have to be supervised in confined areas underneath cars and trucks and within the engine compartment of cars and small-to-medium trucks forklift. e. Conduct of labs requires supervision of up to 20 students in a large industrial shop and /or specialized labs as they perform required projects. f. May be exposed to hazardous materials and be required to demonstrate their safe handling, in the conduct of classes. g. Certain labs also require the use of both flammable and inert gases, as well as the use of high pressure hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.

Other:

Criminal history checks, with acceptable results, are required. Posting Type Adjunct Faculty Posting Detail Information Posting Number 2017-038-TEMP-P Open Date 05/05/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants