What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automotive Systems Technology Instructor position at Forsyth Technical Community College?
The instructor will conduct college courses for undergraduate students by performing the following duties which include, but are not limited to, teaching automotive systems classes, assisting with and developing instructional planning, as well as advising students, using a variety of delivery methods: traditional classroom, online, hybrid, weekends, mini-semesters and evenings.
Minimum Qualifications
Required:
- Associate degree or higher in Automotive Technology or a related field. Note: Degrees and hours must be from a college accredited by a US Dept of Education accepted accrediting agency such as SACSCOC.
- Ten (10) years’ work experience in automotive dealership or independent repair facility as an automotive technician or service manager.
- ASE Certified in all eight (8) areas.
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s degree in automotive related field.
- ASE Master with L-1 certification.
- Master-level manufacture certification from Toyota.
- Diesel training and /or experience with A9 ASE certification.
- Experience with NATEF school certification.
- Hybrid training and 10 years teaching experience in secondary or post-secondary automotive program.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Teaching and Learning:
Teaching and Learning:
- Treat others respectfully, speak to others courteously, and behave in such a way that creates a workplace environment that is marked by trustworthiness, honest but polite communication, and interpersonal interactions that are both personally cordial and professionally appropriate.
- Model an understanding of and commitment to the comprehensive community college philosophy and mission.
- Assume responsibility for teaching assignments as recommended by the department chairperson and approved by the dean.
- Facilitate the learning process by designing and implementing instructional activities that are appropriate and meaningful.
- Adhere to the departmental course guidelines and ensure that content covers SACS-approved competencies.
- Order supplies and materials for supervised labs and prepare lab activities and assignments as needed.
- Fulfill the duties of clinical or lab instructor in supervision of students as applicable.
- Assume responsibility for maintaining all required college records including attendance and grade reports, roll books, etc.
- Compile bibliographies of specialized materials for outside reading assignments where applicable.
- Evaluate student performance using methods appropriate to the course.
Curriculum Development:
- Maintain, review, and update course descriptions, objectives, and outlines for courses of instruction and develop new courses of study as necessary.
- Maintain ASEEF accreditation.
- Make recommendations to the department chairperson for selection of supplies, equipment, equipment repairs, textbooks for courses of study, and the scheduling of classroom and laboratory facilities.
- Participate in departmental activities related to revising and updating the program(s) in the area of expertise.
- Assist with the development of new programs in the area of expertise.
Advising:
- Recruit students.
- Provide assistance to advisees.
- Participate in department, division, and college-wide advising activities.
- Learn and maintain proficiency with program requirements of assigned advisees.
- Use the computer and the colleges student information system to assist advisees.
- Follow up on all assigned advisees.
- Attend training sessions relative to advising.
Professional Development:
- Develop a professional development plan that is approved by the department chair and then the dean and participate in those activities that achieve approved professional development activities.
- Maintain current licensure, certification, or other professional credentials required for position.
- Maintain membership and participation in professional organizations.
- Read professional literature.
- Keep abreast of current technology.
- Attend workshops, conferences, and professional meetings.
- Participate in on-campus professional development activities.
Institutional Service:
- Adhere to all institutional policies and procedures.
- Attend all required department, division, and college-wide meetings.
- Serve on committees as required.
- Participate in college-wide activities.
Community Relations:
- Maintain contact with specialized vocations where applicable.
- Be alert to public relations opportunities and use these to promote the college and the department.
- Assist in planning and conducting advisory committee meetings.
At Forsyth Tech we cultivate a culture of belonging where every member – students, staff, and faculty – are valued, respected, accepted and encouraged to use our true and authentic self and the voice of our unique characteristics and experiences.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The employee will need to regularly operate and use computers, phones and other electronic equipment.
- The employee will frequently communicate and must be able to exchange accurate information with others.
- The employee may need to move around their office and/or campus to attend meetings/ classes and to access files, machinery or other job-related tools.
- The employee may need to lift and/or move equipment, tools or paperwork up to 25 pounds.
- The employee may need to position themselves by reaching, stooping, kneeling or crouching in order to adjust or collect equipment and/or supplies.
- Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Posting Detail Information
Open Date
02/03/2025
Close Date
02/17/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
If you need assistance, please contact Human Resources at 336-734-7302. AA/EOE.
