Instructor, Automotive

Texas State Technical College•Sweetwater, FL

19d•$59,585 - $68,523•Onsite

About The Position

Be Transformational! Do you have a desire to work in an environment where you are helping others and changing lives? As an Instructor at TSTC, you can help improve the quality of many lives by sharing your experience and skills with our students. Launch your career with TSTC by connecting with our Talent Acquisition team by emailing us at [email protected] . What We Offer You: More than just a job but the start of a rewarding and fulfilling career Supportive environment where employee growth and success are promoted and celebrated Paid vacation, sick time & paid holidays, including an extended holiday break You will enjoy the stability of the State of Texas’ comprehensive health and retirement benefits, competitive wages, State of Texas employee discounts, and much, much more. Follow the links below for additional details: TSTC Benefits TSTC Retirement Plans Employee Discount Program Job Description: TSTC faculty deliver approved curriculum, content, and assessments in an applied learning environment. Responsibilities include facilitation of activities and discussions that engage a range of learning styles with targeted guidance and mentorship to students. Faculty will also interpret and administer assessments, and offer constructive feedback to support student growth and learning outcomes. A key part of the role is to integrate technology effectively to enrich the educational experiences. Faculty act as ambassadors for their programs and TSTC. The Automotive Technology Instructor is responsible for performing all aspects of instruction for assigned program to include, but not limited to, implementing, revising, and evaluating assigned program area curriculum; utilizing all resources available to innovate and to change to meet evolving program and industry needs. The technical instructor provides up-to-date skills training and instruction to meet the learning needs of students. Technical Instructors at TSTC benefit from a small class capacity, typically ranging between 15 -20 students, with an average of 15-20 per class. Courses are structured to include a brief lecture session followed by hands-on laboratory activities, maximizing engagement and practical learning. While on campus, instructors are expected to be available for tutoring, supplementing scheduled teaching requirements and student recruiting events. At TSTC, all technical courses incorporate in-person laboratory tasks. A typical day involves teaching one or two courses, with instructors potentially managing 3 to 4 courses depending on student enrollment. Occasionally, Technical Instructors may be tasked with additional courses, reflecting fluctuating enrollment demands. The standard workday spans from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Mon-Fri, with occasional evening or weekend commitments. Additionally, opportunities exist to provide extracurricular training for industry professionals. About the Automotive Technology program: https://www.tstc.edu/programs/automotivetechnology/ About the campus: https://www.tstc.edu/campuses/sweetwater/

Requirements

Read and understand wiring diagrams, perform resistance checks and measure voltage drops
Check and adjust all fluid levels as needed
Perform tire pressure monitoring system service and repairs
Repair and rebuild automotive gasoline engines
Perform 4 wheel alignments, steering and suspension repairs, and supplemental restraint system diagnosis
Service, repair and maintain hydraulic brake systems to include ABS
Service, maintain and repair automotive HVAC 134a & 1234yf systems
5+ years in automotive industry related experience
ASE Certifications: G1, A1-A8 Master Automobile Technician
Associate degree in a closely related field and demonstrated qualifications in the technology’s teaching discipline
Verifiable professional experience may be accepted in lieu of other requirements as approved by the Vice Chancellor who oversees academic programs, or his/her designee

Nice To Haves

AAS in Automotive Technology
7 years plus automotive related industry experience
ASE Certifications: G1, A1-A8 Master Automobile Technician, L1 All locations, L2 Har & SWT, L3 Waco & Ft. Bend
EPA 609 certification
Diagnose and repair Advanced Driver Assist Systems
Have working knowledge of Hybrid and Electrical vehicles
Diagnose and repair bus network systems
Overhaul automatic and manual transmissions/transaxles
Diagnose and repair fuel, ignition and emission systems
Retrieve and understand diagnostic trouble codes and technical service bulletins
Service, repair and maintain light duty diesel vehicles
Bachelor’s degree in a closely related teaching discipline

Responsibilities

TSTC faculty deliver approved curriculum, content, and assessments in an applied learning environment.
Responsibilities include facilitation of activities and discussions that engage a range of learning styles with targeted guidance and mentorship to students.
Faculty will also interpret and administer assessments, and offer constructive feedback to support student growth and learning outcomes.
A key part of the role is to integrate technology effectively to enrich the educational experiences.
Faculty act as ambassadors for their programs and TSTC.
The Automotive Technology Instructor is responsible for performing all aspects of instruction for assigned program to include, but not limited to, implementing, revising, and evaluating assigned program area curriculum; utilizing all resources available to innovate and to change to meet evolving program and industry needs.
The technical instructor provides up-to-date skills training and instruction to meet the learning needs of students.
While on campus, instructors are expected to be available for tutoring, supplementing scheduled teaching requirements and student recruiting events.
At TSTC, all technical courses incorporate in-person laboratory tasks.
Occasionally, Technical Instructors may be tasked with additional courses, reflecting fluctuating enrollment demands.
Additionally, opportunities exist to provide extracurricular training for industry professionals.
Prepare and deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students.
Develop appropriate course syllabi and instructional plans, and organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative/innovative techniques.
Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student records, maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety, equipment security where applicable, and ensure opportunities for student/participant evaluation.
Perform student advisement such that students are provided with timely, accurate, and comprehensive information.
Collaborate with the Office of Student Success to ensure students receive current information on tutoring and other programs designed to increase retention.
Participate in related tours and recruitment events.
Assist in department/program planning for recruitment.
Demonstrate a willingness to be of service and exhibits pleasant and courteous behavior toward customers (students, parents, employers, and media), organizational coworkers, and other general public contacts.
Maintain flexibility, including availability for evening, weekend, or summer assignment, as appropriate, able to work effectively in a team environment, and be committed to the mission, vision and values of the college.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

More than just a job but the start of a rewarding and fulfilling career
Supportive environment where employee growth and success are promoted and celebrated
Paid vacation, sick time & paid holidays, including an extended holiday break
You will enjoy the stability of the State of Texas’ comprehensive health and retirement benefits, competitive wages, State of Texas employee discounts, and much, much more.
TSTC Benefits
TSTC Retirement Plans
Employee Discount Program
Employer Paid Healthcare
Paid State Holidays
Employee & Dependent Education Program
Retirement Plan Program
Discount Program