Instructor, Automotive Technology - FT

About the job

General Description of Position

Under the general direction and supervision of the Associate Dean, the instructor is responsible for providing instruction in a classroom/laboratory environment and developing and updating program courses. This full-time regular position is also responsible for maintaining lab equipment, advising students, and working with program and College committees and teams.

Essential Functions

• Provide student instruction in program courses as assigned

• Provide instruction to a diverse student population in the Automotive program and transportation division.

• Maintain a safe and positive atmosphere in classroom and lab environments.

• Maintain and update existing course content to keep the Automotive program current with industry standards and processes.

• Create/organize lab projects that closely align with industry experiences and align with the objectives of the course being taught

• Maintain and upgrade program/division tools and equipment to be safe, functional, and secure

• Complete and maintain program and student records related to the courses.

• Create and complete production orders on all live production projects used in the lab learning environment.

• Maintain technical competency in teaching area required to stay technically competent in all areas of teaching responsibilities by attending seminars, professional association meetings, conferences, education workshops, and self-study.

• Participate in College and program activities and committees

• Advise program students in their academic planning.

• Participate in professional development training related to instruction

Promote a Culture of Belonging

Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute. Foster a community where each individual and their varied perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment. Support the College’s policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities for all.

Marginal Functions

• Provide assistance to other College divisions/programs/ departments as requested to ensure College policies and procedures are followed.

• May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required.

• Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.

• Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required. Work schedules (hours/days/work location) are scheduled by Southeast Community College based on the needs of the College. Work hours, shifts, days, and work locations may vary depending on the needs of Southeast Community College and are subject to modification. Emergency or scheduled special activities may require hours outside of the regular workweek.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Possess current knowledge and work experience in the Automotive field.

• Demonstrate the ability to perform all types of processes required of an Automotive technician for the particular courses assigned to teach.

• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication competencies necessary to conduct classroom and laboratory instruction in working with a diverse student population.

• Be able to maintain a classroom/lab environment that is conducive to learning, including the ability to maintain proper safety policies.

• Be able to evaluate the student’s ability to perform the lab assignments as objectively as possible, with grading rubrics.

• Must have a current driver’s license to be able to test drive vehicles.

• Be able to maintain student interest through the use of various types of teaching media and techniques. (Professional development training opportunities available)

• Ability to organize and present course material in a logical and timely manner using effective communication skills.

• Demonstrate excellent positive communication skills with students, College staff, and customers in all types of working relationships.

• Be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time (one to three hours) when supervising lab work and during class times

• Be able to lift from the floor to give feet-high equipment and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds.

• Possess a working knowledge of the Hazard Communication Standard/Hazard and Chemical Right-to-Know laws and regulations.

• Ability to earn and maintain forklift certification

• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, in person, and on the phone.

• Ability to use basic computer skills.

• Ability to lift and carry up to fifty (50) pounds for short distances and move tables, chairs, and media equipment when necessary.

• The individual must possess the above skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in an Automotive Technology (or closely related) program.

• Two (2) years of experience in an Automotive (or closely related) field.

• ASE Certification in areas related to assigned instruction or the ability to become certified within one year of the date of employment.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree

• ASE Master Certified

• Post-secondary teaching experience

Benefits

SCC BEN Dollars – Eligible Employees: Full-time status. Regular employees with an FTE of 0.75 or greater will be eligible for SCC Ben Dollars. All employees will be required to elect a health insurance option. If the cost of insurance coverage selected by an employee exceeds the SCC Ben Dollars available, all additional costs will be withheld from the employee’s paycheck. Any SCC Ben Dollars that the employee does not elect to use for the purchase of dependent health and dental insurance will be paid to the employee in cash at $0.93 per $1.00 benefit dollar. All amounts paid are subject to withholding for income and employment taxes, but not subject to the College’s contribution toward the Retirement Savings Plan – Group Retirement Account (GRA).

Schedule

This is a full-time regular position with an implied 40-hour work week, based on a 175-day work calendar. Teaching assignments for this position are scheduled and approved by the College between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, based on the instructional work calendar. Scheduled special activities, emergencies, or temporary schedule changes may require hours outside of the regular workday or workweek.

Veterans Preference

This position is subject to Nebraska veterans preference. Preference may be available to qualifying veterans, disabled veterans, certain spouses of veterans, and spouses of servicemembers as provided by Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 48-225 through 48-231. Applicants who wish to claim veterans preference must indicate their claim on the employment application and provide the required documentation to Human Resources.

Special Instructions to Applicants

If accommodation or assistance is needed to complete this application, contact Human Resources at 402-437-2714.