Adjunct – Automotive Technology
About The Position
Northampton Community College is hiring a credit, part-time adjunct faculty member to teach, lecture, and instruct laboratory coursework in Automotive and related curricula. The position emphasizes automotive skills and knowledge related to Mopar CAP, GM ASEP, Subaru University, and/or global automotive experience. The instructor will lead discussions and teach practical as well as theoretical concepts in automotive components, diagnostics, and repair processes. Courses serve certificate and specialized diploma students, associate’s degree candidates, and students continuing toward a four-year program. Classes may be scheduled in the morning, afternoon, or evening, and require laboratory preparation time in addition to lecture time. The position remains open until filled.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in a related area from a regionally accredited college or university.
- Five to ten years of recent, relevant professional work experience in the automobile repair field.
- ASE Master Certified Technician credentials.
- Experience teaching generic automotive courses.
- Extensive hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing gasoline engines, automatic transmission/transaxles, manual drivetrains and axles, steering, suspension and alignment, brakes, electrical systems, heating and air conditioning, and engine performance.
- Ability to use common software programs such as MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to convey essential concepts to students while following a prescribed curriculum.
Nice To Haves
- Experience as an instructor in a higher education setting.
- Experience with GMASEP, MoparCap, or Subaru University curriculum.
- College-level academic instruction, including at the associate’s degree level or above; desirable but not required in place of experience.
Responsibilities
- Teach, lecture, and instruct laboratory coursework in Automotive and related curricula.
- Lead teaching discussions on automotive topics and components.
- Teach practical and theoretical automotive concepts, diagnostics, and repair processes following a prescribed curriculum.
- Prepare laboratories in addition to lecture time.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- An array of benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
