Ford Automotive Instructor - Tenure-Track Faculty

Shoreline Community College • Shoreline College, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Students in the automotive department are part of a community of faculty, students, and industry. Our faculty have industry experience as Master Technicians and are dedicated to educating the next generation of technicians. The state-of-the-art professional automotive training center is used by students as well as industry partners. The Automotive Student Service Education Training (ASSET) program is regarded among the top in the nation. Faculty are responsible for teaching, developing, and leading a cooperative program in automotive technology. Faculty teach theory and lab in all the following areas: Automotive Electronics Engines Manual & Automatic Transmissions/transaxles Engine Management & Emissions Electrical Systems Heating & Air Conditioning Brakes & Suspension In addition to teaching, duties include student advising in the automotive technology program; coordination of student recruitment, selection, dealer placement and graduate follow up with local Ford and Lincoln automobile dealers. To remain current with automotive technology, the faculty member in this position will attend manufacturer-sponsored classes, coordinate and participate on automotive advisory committees, and serve as liaison and resource person for the College-area automobile dealers, Nissan USA, and Subaru of America. Faculty revise and update curriculum as required to meet industry standards and participate in college governance as well as department/division and campus-related professional activities. NOTE : An on-campus presence is required for this position. Faculty at Shoreline have an array of students from differing programs in their classroom, including professional technical and university transfers. Shoreline seeks a candidate that can identify and mitigate the barriers to success that many students face and be passionate about creating an equitable learning environment that supports success for all students. As such, candidate response to the supplemental questions below will be the first criteria of consideration.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum of three (3) years of dealership/manufacturer work experience
• All eight (8) Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications attained within 1 year of start date (A1: Engine Repair, A2: Automatic Transmission/Transaxle, A3: Manual Drive Train & Axles, A4: Suspension & Steering, A5: Brakes, A6: Electrical/Electronic Systems, A7: Heating & Air Conditioning, A8: Engine Performance)
• L1: Advanced Engine Performance Specialist Certification
• G1: Maintenance and Light Repair
• Knowledge of current applicable developments, research, and trends in the field
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, learning management systems and other appropriate instructional technology
• Skill in imparting excitement and enthusiasm into the instruction of automotive technology.
• Skill in fostering a climate of equity and belonging through multicultural awareness and responsiveness
• Skill in adapting to a variety of teaching situations with students from diverse backgrounds/abilities
• Skill in developing/modifying curriculum both collaboratively and independently
• Skill in working, communicating, and interacting effectively with colleagues, staff, students, administrators, and others of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds

Responsibilities

• Teaching, developing, and leading a cooperative program in automotive technology.
• Teaching theory and lab in Automotive Electronics, Engines, Manual & Automatic Transmissions/transaxles, Engine Management & Emissions, Electrical Systems, Heating & Air Conditioning, Brakes & Suspension.
• Student advising in the automotive technology program.
• Coordination of student recruitment, selection, dealer placement and graduate follow up with local Ford and Lincoln automobile dealers.
• Attending manufacturer-sponsored classes to remain current with automotive technology.
• Coordinating and participating on automotive advisory committees.
• Serving as liaison and resource person for College-area automobile dealers, Nissan USA, and Subaru of America.
• Revising and updating curriculum to meet industry standards.
• Participating in college governance, department/division, and campus-related professional activities.

Benefits

• State-sponsored retirement plans (including pension options and voluntary retirement savings plans similar to a 401(k) with employer contributions)
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Paid leave benefits (sick leave, personal leave, and holidays)
• Life and disability insurance
• Access to state employee wellness programs and professional development resources
• Free access to Fitness Center and Gym

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED