Instructor - Automotive Technology

East Central College•Newark, DE

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Faculty teach department courses and evaluate student performance pursuant to guidelines set by the department and the College. Faculty report to the Department Chair within the Academic Unit. Faculty are responsible for preparing lessons and student learning activities. Faculty must maintain accurate records on students and submit pertinent data to the department and/or the College.

Requirements

Candidates must be able to demonstrate awareness and sensitivity towards promoting an inclusive and diverse learning environment.
Knowledge of academic discipline
Ability to implement a variety of teaching strategies
Use of instructional technology where appropriate
Experience with computerized student record management
Ability to develop educational programs
Ability to teach effectively at the college level
Initiative and resourcefulness
Industrious and dependability
Ability to work in a team and collaborative environment
Effective communication skills
Experience teaching a diverse student body
Physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university, five (5) years of current work experience in the Automotive Repair Field and a current NYS Inspectors License.
Associate’s degree in automotive technology from an accredited college or university, five (5) years of current work experience in the Automotive Repair Field and a current NYS Inspectors License.
A professional CTE Teaching certification from course work at an accredited college and satisfactory evaluation of professional responsibilities, five (5) years of current work experience in the Automotive Repair Field and a current NYS Inspectors License.
Journeyman status in his/her profession determined by the application of equivalencies in the in the individual academic unit and satisfactory evaluation of professional responsibilities, five (5) years of current work experience in the Automotive Repair Field and a current NYS Inspectors License.

Nice To Haves

Current manufacturers or aftermarket automotive training in the area of instruction
ASE Master Technician status in all eight (8) areas
Experience in teaching at the College level

Responsibilities

Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of subject
Provides students with appropriate learning materials and expertise in assigned subject(s)
Prepares course syllabi which motivate and engage students
Aligns learning activities with Departmental course outcomes
Evaluates student’s performance based on course learning outcomes
Assists students as faculty advisor and holds office hours
Provides tutorial help to students
Serves on departmental, unit, and college committees
Provides as appropriate learning environment for students
Respond to students and provide students with assistance and guidance
Responsible for contributing to and maintaining an inclusive and collaborative College environment
Adheres to all College policies and follow the process as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct
Fulfills all duties as required in the FFECC Collective Bargaining Agreement