"Instructor, Automotive Systems Technology, General and Ford Asset"

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title: Instructor, Automotive Systems Technology, General and Ford Asset

Status: Regular

Full Time/Part Time: Full-time

Location: Jamestown Campus

Job Description

At Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC), we are dedicated to transforming lives through education and creating a lasting impact on our community. We invite passionate and innovative educators to join our mission-driven team, where you can enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance and competitive benefits, including a robust pension plan. Our beautiful, well-maintained campuses provide an inspiring environment for both teaching and learning, within an atmosphere of collaboration and excellence. At GTCC, you’ll be part of a supportive, dynamic, and inclusive culture committed to delivering exceptional results, making it a truly amazing place to work and thrive.

Teaching faculty at Guilford Technical Community College are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, developing curriculum courses, modeling employability skills, demonstrating professionalism, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. He/she will be responsible for quality instruction and for effective participation and interest in the total affairs of the college.

Under general supervision, this individual will develop, prepare and teach a wide variety of topics within the Automotive General and Ford Asset curriculum and may be required to teach day, evening and/or weekend hours. Faculty will also be responsible for recruiting/advising students, caring for and maintaining the laboratory facilities, and collaborating with industry partners to ensure relevancy of the curriculum.

Min Salary

Mid Salary

Duties/Functions

Difficult Challenges

Contacts

Education Required

• Associate’s degree in Automotive Technology or related field-of-study from an institutionally accredited post-secondary college/university with the ability to obtain a bachelor’s degree within two years of hire.
• Current ASE Master Certification, or ability to attain it within six months of hire.
• Ford Technician Certifications to include Electrical Systems, Climate Control, Gas Engine Performance and Gas Engine Repair with the ability to attain all remaining Ford Technician Certifications within one year of hire.

Education Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Automotive Technology or related field-of-study from an institutionally accredited post-secondary college/university.
• ASE Master Certification with L1

Experience Required

• Five years of recent, relevant industry experience in an automotive repair facility.
• Experience with automotive testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Teaching and/or industry training experience in automotive technology topics in any of the following formats: teaching courses, training sessions, conducting professional development workshops and/or other continuing education seminars.

Experience Preferred

• More than five years of recent, relevant industry experience in an automotive repair facility.
• Post-secondary teaching experience in a automotive technology program
• Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes
• Experience with distance learning and /or alternate instructional delivery systems

KSA Required

The Instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its “open door” policy. He/she shall have demonstrated personal and professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The Instructor must be able to:

1. Multi-task
2. Supporting the Vision and Mission of the College
3. Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments.
4. Create and maintain a learner centered environment
5. Communicate effectively
6. Ability to effectively implement and apply technology solutions

KSA Preferred

Department/Job Specific Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

The following (compliance) training is required and must be completed within the first 30 days of hire with annual refresher training thereafter: (additional training may be added as needed)

• Reporting Requirements
• Anti-Discrimination/Harassment & Title IX
• Safety/Shooter on Campus
• Personal Information Protection Training (PIP)
• Ethics and Social Responsibility
• eLearning Level One in Canvas before the first day of the first semester teaching
• eLearning Level Two in Canvas for instructors who teach online or hybrid delivery methods before the first day of the first semester teaching in that format

Physical Demands

• May include teaching day and evening courses on multiple campuses
• Recruitment activities may involve both in-state and out-of-state travel.
• Teaching schedule may change semester to semester
• Criminal history checks with acceptable results, are required.

Posting Type: Faculty

Posting Number: 2025-194-REG

Open Date: 12/16/2025

Close Date: 01/15/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Other
4. License/Certification