Adjunct Instructor of Auto Body

CHESS • Farmington, NM

16d • $801 • Hybrid

About The Position

Adjunct faculty serve as temporary part-time faculty and are appointed as needed on a semester by semester basis. The primary duty is effective teaching of college-level courses and/or labs in the qualified discipline. San Juan College may approve remote or hybrid work for adjunct employees within New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado and Texas (states subject to change at any time). All requests for remote work must be approved in advance by the Dean and Human Resources. Remote work options for locations outside of the United States are not permitted. This position reports to the Coordinator and is responsible for developing and revising instructional materials; presenting material in an organized manner; evaluating student learning; maintaining student records; teaching day, evening, weekend, and on-line classes, as assigned; teaching at the main and/or satellite campuses, as assigned; maintaining a minimum of 1 office hour per week per assigned course; participating in Adjunct Professional Development activities; demonstrating and promoting the school values of: Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

Requirements

• Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in automotive collision repair, refinishing, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of collision repair techniques, vehicle damage analysis, structural and non-structural repairs, refinishing processes, and industry safety standards.
• Access to home internet, a personal computer, and telephone is required.
• Demonstrates skill and willingness to learn and use multiple technology platforms to communicate with students.

Nice To Haves

• Associate Degree in Automotive Technology, Collision Repair, Vocational Education, or a related field.
• Bachelor's Degree in Vocational Education, Automotive Technology, Technical Education, or related discipline.
• Previous teaching, training, mentoring, or instructional experience.
• Industry certifications such as: ASE Collision Repair Certifications, I-CAR Certifications, OEM Manufacturer Certifications.
• Preference will be given to candidates with prior teaching experience.
• Experience with traditional face-to-face, hybrid and online courses and the ability to use San Juan College’s Learning Management System (Canvas) as well as technology-enhanced curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Teach automotive collision repair, refinishing, structural repair, non-structural repair, estimating, welding, and related courses as assigned.
• Develop, revise, and maintain course materials, syllabi, lesson plans, laboratory exercises, and instructional resources that align with industry standards and program outcomes.
• Present course content in an organized, engaging, and effective manner using a variety of instructional methods.
• Demonstrate and supervise proper use of automotive collision repair tools, equipment, machinery, and safety procedures.
• Evaluate student learning through examinations, practical assessments, projects, assignments, and laboratory performance.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students regarding academic progress and skill development.

Benefits

• Tuition waiver benefit for one class, up to four (4) credit hours per semester, and any one (1) credit HHPC Fitness Conditioning class per semester employed (may be transferred to a qualified family member).
• Free Professional Development (technology training; teaching and learning seminars; learning symposiums).
• Free Library Services (CD and DVD checkout; book and periodical checkout).
• 403(b) participation.
• Employee Assistance Program (Available 24 /7 – Provides 3 FREE sessions for services such as short-term counseling and assessments, referrals, prevention/education resources, and crisis intervention).
• Voluntary Benefits (Allstate/Aflac, Liberty Mutual).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree