"Adjunct Automotive Instructor"

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title: Adjunct Automotive Instructor

Pay Grade Level: F-PT

FLSA: Exempt

Benefits: Michigan Public School Employees Retirement Systems, YMCA membership, Wellness Program, tuition reimbursement and professional development support.

Department: Technology

Campus Location: Escanaba

Pay Rate:

Min Salary: $650 per credit

Max Salary: $844 per credit

FTE: .04

Full-time/Part-time: Part-Time

Position Type: Faculty

Job Summary/Basic Function

This faculty member performs automotive technology instruction related duties at the professional level and may carry out responsibilities in some or all of the following functional areas: student mentoring, training, leadership, and general education. The automotive Instructor may instruct the following ASE areas: A1 Engine Repair, A2 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle, A3 Manual Drive Train & Axles, A4 Suspension & Steering, A5 Brakes, A6 Electrical/Electronic Systems, A7 Heating & Air Conditioning, A8 Engine Performance, G1 Auto Maintenance & Light Repair, L1 Advanced Engine Performance, L3 Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicles, xEV Electrical Safety Level 2

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in an automotive-related field with an ASE Master Certification and Maintenance/Light Repair Technician (G1) Certification.
• Five Years in the automobile or related industry
• Commitment to quality instruction in a learner-centered environment with the goal of consistently improving student success.
• Commitment to the community college mission and philosophy.
• Ability to provide diverse learning experiences to diverse student populations.
• Demonstrated skill in effective written and oral communications.
• Demonstrated literacy in information technology and computer use.
• Commitment to value, respect, and provide an equitable learning experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment; standing against discrimination or harassment to educate all students regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or other protected status.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree
• Teaching experience preferred.
• Experience with active and collaborative learning strategies.
• Experience teaching online and/or using online learning management systems.

Months Per Year: Dependent upon schedule

Hours Worked Per Week:

Work Schedule: Dependent upon course schedule

Supervision Exercised:

Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of the Dean of Business, Technology and Workforce

Work Environment

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may be loud in areas of equipment operation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned into this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified. Job related functions may be performed with or without accommodations.

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 job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Travel requirement:

Job Duties

• Teach a wide range of Automotive Technology Courses including HVAC Systems and/or standard transmission and powertrains.
• Facilitate student learning through the following activities:
• Develop course syllabi that share with students the expectations, standards, policies, and learning objectives of the course.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of assessments of course and program learning outcomes.
• Recognize and respond to different student learning styles and needs.
• Develop and use supplementary learning materials, resources, and technology.
• Maintain electronic student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
• Implement best practices for ensuring all course content meets current regulations and guidelines for Accessibility for all students.
• Adhere to the ethical standards of the college, the State of Michigan, the Higher Learning Commission, FERPA and other education regulations, and the profession.
• Provide for a safe and orderly learning environment.
• Stay abreast of developments in the field of Automotive and teaching by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional development opportunities.
• Communicate with students, colleagues, and other stakeholders in a professional manner through the use of telephone, email, video conference, mail, and/or face-to-face communication
• Work with lab assistants, learning assistants, or student workers as needed.
• Participate in professional activities such as, but not limited to, curriculum planning, syllabus writing, examination development, textbook selection, program revision, online teaching certification, and outcome assessment.
• Support the ASE Program Accreditation
• Any other duties as assigned

Department Information

Contact(s): Beth Berube, Director of Human Resources; Shena Meffer, Human Resources Specialist

Contact Phone/Extension: 906-217-4016

Contact Email: hr@baycollege.edu

Contact Fax: 906-217-1625

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number: F096P

Posting Date: 05/02/2025

Close Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants: Official transcripts required upon hire

Quick Link for Internal Postings: https://careers.baycollege.edu/postings/2461

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents:

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Transcript

Optional Documents:

1. Other Document

Supplemental Questions

1. * Do you possess an associate's degree in automotive or a related field? (Yes/No)
2. * Do you possess ASE Master Certification and Maintenance/Light Repair Technician (G1) Certification? (Yes/No)
3. * Do you have five years of experience in the automobile or related industry? (Yes/No)