Adjunct Faculty: Automotive Service Technology

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Based on course content, wages will range from $1,297.00 per credit to $3,753.00 per credit.

In certain instances, due to low enrollment, faculty payment will be based on part-time per credit pay and pro-rated on a 10% per student basis.

Part-time employees also receive some benefits depending on the number of hours worked.

Job Description:

Aims Community College actively supports an environment that embraces the College's Mission, Vision, Values and a culture of innovation and care. The College embraces and seeks to hire individuals who want to be a part of this environment and have the skill sets necessary to be successful in this position.

The faculty member will conduct their assignments and co-curricular college activities in a manner consistent with the philosophy and purpose of Aims Community College as stated in the school catalog. The primary purpose of the faculty member is to teach.

Candidates are sought to form a hiring pool for part-time positions in Automotive Service Technology (Please list specific area in cover letter and resume).

Work Hours: Teach day and/or evening classes at Windsor campus and/or assigned other locations.

Job Duties: 

• Teaching assignments may include a variety of courses in Automotive Service Technology depending on the candidate’s area of expertise.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates degree in related field such as Automotive Service Technology plus 4,000 hours of relevant industry experience or current industry license/certification, plus 6,000 hours of relevant industry experience.

• Shall hold or qualify for a post-secondary vocational credential in Automotive issued by Aims Community College CTE Office. Contact Landon Loyd for the application at landon.loyd@aims.edu.

• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification in area to be taught prior to date of instruction.

• Full and current Automotive Service Excellence, (ASE) Certification in A1-Engine Repair, A2-Automatic Transmission, A3-Manual Drive Train and Axles, A4-Suspension and Steering, A5-Brakes, A6-Engine Repair, A7-Electrical/Electrical Systems, A8-Engine Performance.

• ASE G1-Certification must be obtained prior to first day of classes.

• ASE L1-Certification must be obtained within the first year of employment, as well as all other ASE Educational Foundation/NATEF Standards for current Program Instructor Certification.

• Ability to teach using methodologies that support a student-centered learning environment.

• Computer literacy and the ability to use computer technology in classroom/lab instruction.

• A willingness to take classes in teaching methods, curriculum development, computer applications or other coursework deemed necessary by the Department Chair, Academic Dean, or Program Director.

• A positive attitude toward teaching courses in varied modalities, including online, synchronous remote and traditional face-to-face.

• Commitment to a high standard of work performance, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement of self and the program.

• Must have the knowledge of, and experience with, personal computers as well as using systems relating to automotive service repair and automotive service instruction.

• Must be able to operate and maintain automotive service industry tools and equipment.

• Basic Microsoft Office software experience.

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Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous College teaching experience is an asset but is not required.

Required Documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Full and current Automotive Service Excellence, (ASE) Certification in A1-Engine Repair, A2-Automatic Transmission, A3-Manual Drive Train and Axles, A4-Suspension and Steering, A5-Brakes, A6-Engine Repair, A7-Electrical/Electrical Systems, A8-Engine Performance.

• ASE G1-Certification must be obtained prior to first day of classes.

• ASE L1-Certification must be obtained within the first year of employment, as well as all other ASE Educational Foundation/NATEF Standards for current Program Instructor Certification.

• Copy of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon hire)

All Applicants:

• Compare your previous work experience to the job duties listed on the job positing under job description. Enter the job duties you have preformed under the "Work Experience" section on your job application. We evaluate your experience based on this information.
• Please make sure you state whether work experience (aka work history) is part time or full time employment by listing the average number of hours worked per week. This information is used to determine your new annual salary.
• Be sure to upload all the required documents listed at the above in "Upload these required additional documents" section. This can be uploaded as part of your application materials in the "My Experience" section.  If there are missing documents, your incomplete application will not be considered.

For information on our hiring practices, please visit our resource page:https://www.aims.edu/departments/human-resources/hiring-process.

Faculty:  Upon hire, must submit academic transcripts from an accredited institution. Applicants who have degrees from outside of the United States must request a credential evaluation of their transcript. National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (www.naces.org) or Association of International Credential Evaluators (www.aice-eval.org) lists members who may be contacted for assistance in evaluating foreign credentials.

All required documents need to be submitted on every application. There is no way for Aims to attach these documents in the process. However, upon hire current Aims Community College Faculty are not required to submit transcripts if official transcripts are already on file.

Aims Community College is an equal opportunity employer.  Selection will be based solely on merit and will be without discrimination based on age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion, or veteran's status.  All application materials must be submitted by the closing date posted and become the property of Aims Community College. The screening committee will select finalists for interviews. The goal of Aims Community College is to enhance the diversity present in the district we serve. To comply with Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, if hired, you will be required to provide documents within 3 days of hire date to show your identity and your authorization to work. This law applies to all persons hired.

Screening/Selection:

In order to be considered please provide a thorough and complete application.
Initial screening will be conducted by a committee based on completed application materials.

Employees in these positions may be asked to participate in temporary assignments lasting less than 6 months (such as curriculum development, short term projects, meetings and substitute duties) which could amount to additional temporary pay.

Upon hire, all positions at Aims Community College require a criminal background check, and may require industry specific screenings such as an MVR, physical and/or drug screen. Keep in mind, a conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being employed. The nature of a conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.