Instructor, Automotive Technology

Western Nevada College•Carson City, NV

About The Position

Western Nevada College is hiring a full-time, benefits-eligible, tenure-track academic faculty member on a 171-day contract, with an expected start in the Fall 2027 semester. The instructor will teach 30 equated load hours per year, including preparation and grading, and will deliver courses at all program levels. Courses may be offered during the day, evenings, or weekends, in face-to-face or fully online formats, and may be delivered at rural and high school locations. The role requires at least five office hours per week per semester. The instructor will support student learning and progression through instruction, assessment, curriculum development, program evaluation, and student engagement. The position also involves collaboration with college colleagues and external partners, program promotion, committee service, and participation in division, advisory board, and faculty-industry activities. The instructor is expected to take a student-centered approach and contribute to the growth and enhancement of the Automotive Technology program.

Requirements

A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
Five years of automotive technician experience.
ASE-Certified Master Automotive Technician credentials or equivalent OEM certification.
An equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience may be considered.
Ability to use automotive diagnostic, service, and repair software or technology.
Knowledge of and ability to use personal computers, applicable software, and the Internet.
Effective communication skills with students, faculty, and community members.
Ability to evaluate, design, and implement curriculum, testing, and teaching methodologies.
Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues.
Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
Knowledge of teaching methods, curriculum, and education programs.
Effective teaching, facilitation, and classroom management skills.
Knowledge of vocational and/or academic education curricula.
Knowledge of and ability to apply current educational methodologies and techniques.
Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.

Responsibilities

Teach 30 equated load hours per year, including preparation time and grading.
Develop and grade exams and projects to evaluate student learning and progress.
Monitor student progress, maintain accurate attendance rosters, and submit student grades as required.
Deliver courses at all program levels, potentially in day, evening, weekend, face-to-face, fully online, rural, and high school settings.
Maintain a minimum of five office hours per week per semester.
Participate in division meetings, advisory board meetings, and activities supporting faculty-industry collaboration.
Support student learning through engagement, active-learning strategies, problem-based activities, and authentic application of knowledge.
Participate in program promotion, including open houses, school visits, tours, promotional materials, and social media activities.
Advocate for curricular and programmatic changes based on data, research, industry feedback, and other knowledge-based reviews.
Build and sustain relationships with current and potential external partners, including industry and K-12 partners.
Use a student-centered approach to education and contribute to growing and enhancing the Automotive Technology program.
Participate in strategic planning, goal setting, course and program assessment, and course outline development aligned with student learning objectives.
Collaborate with college colleagues and employer partners to deliver curriculum that meets current professional industry standards.
Develop, implement, and evaluate the program of learning to support student progression and graduation from the degree program.
Serve on college committees as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned to provide a high-quality learning experience for students.

Benefits

Benefits-eligible position.
NSHE Faculty Retirement Plan Alternative (RPA), with the College matching the current employee contribution rate of 19.25%; contributions are 100% vested from the first day.
Voluntary supplemental retirement plans, including pre-tax and Roth options through 403(b) and 457(b) plans.
Employer-paid Long Term Disability program.
Health insurance options, including dental and vision coverage.
Annual leave for A contract and sick leave for A and B contracts.
12 paid holidays.
Faculty and staff membership at the WNC Fitness Center.
Employee Assistance Program resources and assistance through ComPsych.
Discounted staff rates for the WNC Child Development Center.
Voluntary benefits, including accident, disability, and legal services.
Reduced-rate tuition for faculty, up to six credits per semester, and unlimited credits per semester for qualified dependents.
Free parking.
No state income tax.