Professor, Automotive Technology

Tyler Junior College•TJC West, TX

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Professors provide classroom instruction and college service and are responsible to department chairs and instructional deans. This role involves general expectations of all TJC Faculty, including a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning, maintaining current knowledge in the field, creating a professional and equitable classroom environment, adhering to college policies, and performing assigned duties. Responsibilities extend to students, the department, the college, and the community, focusing on student success, effective instruction, departmental goals, college standards, and community engagement.

Requirements

Candidates experienced in automotive technology may qualify without formal academic credentials if they hold licensure and have an extensive work history.
Associate’s degree in automotive technology with demonstrated competencies, OR Combination of industry certifications, continuing professional development, work experience, honors or awards, documented excellence in teaching, and demonstrated competencies.
All instructors are expected to participate in a mentorship program and educational leadership training during their first year of teaching.
Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities.
Regular and punctual attendance is an essential function of each employee.
With or without reasonable accommodation, the individual in this position must possess the competencies and must be able to perform the essential functions and duties of the job as described above, including essential tasks requiring specific physical demands.
This is a security-sensitive position.
Candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Maintain current and comprehensive knowledge and experience in the teaching field and assigned teaching discipline
Create a classroom environment reflecting professionalism, equity, respect, and trust
Adhere to college policies
Abide by Employee Standards of Conduct
Perform job duties as assigned by the department chair and dean
Stay current with and follow departmental and college policies
Complete required compliance trainings and stay current on professional development hours
Exhibit a commitment to student success.
Design classroom instructional activities appropriate to the expected rigor of the course and consistent with program expectations and course objectives
Embed interactive learning activities in the instructional setting that engage student learning and encourage student development of active learning skillsets
Facilitate student learning and successful completion of the course by preparing and using appropriate instructional materials compatible with the expected rigor of the course and consistent with program expectations and course objectives
Align learning opportunities and employ suitable assessments of course learning outcomes and program learning outcomes, with the student's core competencies
Sequence learning opportunities and assessments through the courses and program to build student learning and understanding
Integrate workplace professional skillsets into the classroom environment (i.e., prompt and regular attendance, initiative to seek clarification, timely submission of work, use of technology in work completion, etc.)
Motivate students to perform at their highest level by maintaining an atmosphere of dignity and cordiality conducive to learning in both the classroom and office
Adhere to college policies
Meet all classes as scheduled and maximize use of available class time
Maintain scheduled office hours as required
Follow attendance and office hour requirements for online and hybrid classes as specified in the distance education course standards
Follow prescribed course syllabi and adopted textbooks [including appropriate assigned readings]
Inform students of student learning outcomes, class procedures, and grading policies at the beginning of each semester
Demonstrate initiative and/or cooperative support of leadership, faculty, and staff to implement strategic improvements and achieve goals
Attend and participate in required department and school meetings, and perform other duties as assigned by the department chair or instructional dean
Teach in the modality (face-to-face, hybrid, or online) chosen by the College
Maintain accurate records and submit required student attendance and grade reports by published deadlines
Model professional conduct and enforce student conduct policies as prescribed
Participate in all required convocation activities and graduation events
Maintain required memberships/licensures/certifications per department and accrediting body standards
Assume duties, including committee assignments, over and above assigned classes and office hours as requested by the department chair or instructional dean
Demonstrate commitment to the college through actively participating in TJC-sponsored events and activities beyond assigned classes and office hours as appropriate
Network with community members and others to promote the TJC program and its students
Exhibit conduct that reflects the mission, vision, and values of the institution and the community

Responsibilities

Exhibit a commitment to excellence in teaching and learning
Maintain current and comprehensive knowledge and experience in the teaching field and assigned teaching discipline
Create a classroom environment reflecting professionalism, equity, respect, and trust
Adhere to college policies
Abide by Employee Standards of Conduct
Perform job duties as assigned by the department chair and dean
Stay current with and follow departmental and college policies
Complete required compliance trainings and stay current on professional development hours
Exhibit a commitment to student success.
Design classroom instructional activities appropriate to the expected rigor of the course and consistent with program expectations and course objectives
Embed interactive learning activities in the instructional setting that engage student learning and encourage student development of active learning skillsets
Facilitate student learning and successful completion of the course by preparing and using appropriate instructional materials compatible with the expected rigor of the course and consistent with program expectations and course objectives
Align learning opportunities and employ suitable assessments of course learning outcomes and program learning outcomes, with the student's core competencies
Sequence learning opportunities and assessments through the courses and program to build student learning and understanding
Integrate workplace professional skillsets into the classroom environment (i.e., prompt and regular attendance, initiative to seek clarification, timely submission of work, use of technology in work completion, etc.)
Motivate students to perform at their highest level by maintaining an atmosphere of dignity and cordiality conducive to learning in both the classroom and office
Adhere to college policies
Meet all classes as scheduled and maximize use of available class time
Maintain scheduled office hours as required
Follow attendance and office hour requirements for online and hybrid classes as specified in the distance education course standards
Follow prescribed course syllabi and adopted textbooks [including appropriate assigned readings]
Inform students of student learning outcomes, class procedures, and grading policies at the beginning of each semester
Demonstrate initiative and/or cooperative support of leadership, faculty, and staff to implement strategic improvements and achieve goals
Attend and participate in required department and school meetings, and perform other duties as assigned by the department chair or instructional dean
Teach in the modality (face-to-face, hybrid, or online) chosen by the College
Maintain accurate records and submit required student attendance and grade reports by published deadlines
Model professional conduct and enforce student conduct policies as prescribed
Participate in all required convocation activities and graduation events
Maintain required memberships/licensures/certifications per department and accrediting body standards
Assume duties, including committee assignments, over and above assigned classes and office hours as requested by the department chair or instructional dean
Demonstrate commitment to the college through actively participating in TJC-sponsored events and activities beyond assigned classes and office hours as appropriate
Network with community members and others to promote the TJC program and its students
Exhibit conduct that reflects the mission, vision, and values of the institution and the community