Automotive Technician Instructor

Tidewater Tech•Norfolk, VA

4h•$28•Onsite

About The Position

Training Tomorrow's Technicians to Become Skilled, Employable and Essential. About Us – Big Changes, Better Benefits – Join us! At Tidewater Tech, we are committed to helping adult students develop the skills necessary for meaningful entry-level careers. Founded in 1969, our institution is steeped in a tradition of career education and workforce development. As a leading educational provider in the trade industry, our programs, designed in collaboration with industry leaders, ensure that students are well-prepared for today’s workplace. With high academic standards and hands-on training, we create a learning environment that supports student success. At Tidewater Tech, we’re dedicated to shaping the next generation of skilled professionals. Part-Time Evening Instructor Location: 4535 E Princess Anne Rd, Norfolk, VA 23502 Work Schedule (Please note that the final schedule is determined by the needs of the campus) Evening Shift: Monday-Thursday 4:00pm-10:30pm Compensation: Up to $28 per hour

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
3 years minimum practical, work related experience required
All instructors must hold current ASE certification in G1, A6 and in the automobile area(s) (A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A7, and A8) they teach
All instructors teaching Engine Performance must also be ASE certified in L1 – Advanced Engine Performance
Comply with personal and environmental safety practices associated with clothing; eye protection; hand tools; power equipment; proper ventilation; and the handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals/materials in accordance with local, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations
Must present a professional image and conduct him/herself in the same manner
Must provide information on each diploma earned, and copy of ASE Certification
Must be able to communicate with staff, faculty, and students
Must complete a minimum of 20 hours of technical update training each year.
Must work well under pressure
Must possess skillful attention to detail
Must possess excellent computer skills
Ability and willingness to work split schedule to teach morning and evening classes Automotive Technician Instructor

Nice To Haves

ASE Certification equal to the level of classes taught preferred

Responsibilities

Teach classes on a regularly scheduled basis as assigned
Assist program coordinator in maintaining any equipment used by the student
Assist program coordinator in developing curriculum, preparing course materials, and scheduling
Establish and maintain academic and attendance records for student files
Perform other tasks that may be assigned by the program coordinator
Maintain a neat and orderly classroom or lab
Submit attendance, grades, student evaluation, and all other required reports/documentation to the program coordinator per established procedures
Notify program coordinator of any current or potential problems which warrant his/her attention
Actively utilize proven retention techniques approved by the school Automotive Technician Instructor
Complete performance based teacher education modules as assigned by program coordinator or as needed based on outcomes of classroom observations, instructor evaluations, and student completed surveys
Attend in‐service training seminars as required
Alert program coordinator on the first day a student is absent
Alert program coordinator in writing of a student’s third absence
Alert program coordinator in writing of a student’s fifth absence
On a daily basis, monitor and record attendance of all new students during the first three weeks of their first module of attendance and report attendance to program coordinator
Any other duties, tasks, or projects that may be assigned by the Program Coordinator, Director of Education, or School Director.