Instructor, Automotive Technology

Western Nevada College•Carson City, NV

About The Position

Academic Faculty Contract, 171-days, Tenure Track, Benefits Eligible Job Duties Teach 30 equated load hours/year (to include preparation time, grading, etc.); develop and grade exams and projects to evaluate student learning and progress; monitor student progress, maintain accurate attendance rosters and submit student grades, as . Deliver courses at all program levels. Courses may be offered day, evening and weekends through a variety of modalities from face-to-face to fully online. This may include delivering courses at rural and high school locations. Maintain a minimum of 5 office hours/week/ semester . Participate in division meetings, advisory board meetings, and gatherings supporting faculty/industry collaborations. Support learning through student engagement, incorporating pedagogical strategies that encourage active engagement, utilize problem-based activities, and promote authentic application of knowledge. Participate in program promotion activities such as open houses, school visits, tours, development of promotional material, social media, or other relevant activities. Advocate for curricular and programmatic changes based on data, research, industry feedback and other knowledge-based reviews. Build and sustain relationships with current and potential external partners; including but not limited to industry and K-12 partners. Employ a student-centered approach to education. Demonstrate a commitment to growing and enhancing the Automotive Technology program. Participate in strategic planning, goal setting, course and program assessment, and course outline development that is aligned with student learning objectives . Collaborate with colleagues throughout the college, as well as with employer partners, to deliver curriculum meeting today’s professional standards for the industry. Develop, implement, and evaluate the program of learning to ensure student progression through and graduation from the degree program. Serve on college committees as assigned. Perform other duties as assigned to provide a high -quality learning experience for students.

Requirements

Ability to utilize automotive diagnostic , service, and repair software/technology.
Knowledge and ability to use personal computers, applicable software and the Internet.
Effective communication skills with students, faculty and other community members.
Ability to evaluate, design, and implement curriculum, testing, and/or teaching methodologies.
Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues.
Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
Knowledge of teaching methods, curriculum, and education programs.
Effective teaching, facilitation and classroom management skills.
Knowledge of vocational and/or academic education curricula.
Knowledge of and ability to apply relevant current educational methodologies and techniques.
Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
Five years of automotive technician experience; AND, ASE-Certified Master Automotive Technicians or equivalent OEM Certification; OR, an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience

Responsibilities

Teach 30 equated load hours/year (to include preparation time, grading, etc.)
Develop and grade exams and projects to evaluate student learning and progress
Monitor student progress, maintain accurate attendance rosters and submit student grades
Deliver courses at all program levels
Maintain a minimum of 5 office hours/week/ semester
Participate in division meetings, advisory board meetings, and gatherings supporting faculty/industry collaborations
Support learning through student engagement, incorporating pedagogical strategies that encourage active engagement, utilize problem-based activities, and promote authentic application of knowledge
Participate in program promotion activities such as open houses, school visits, tours, development of promotional material, social media, or other relevant activities
Advocate for curricular and programmatic changes based on data, research, industry feedback and other knowledge-based reviews
Build and sustain relationships with current and potential external partners; including but not limited to industry and K-12 partners
Employ a student-centered approach to education
Demonstrate a commitment to growing and enhancing the Automotive Technology program
Participate in strategic planning, goal setting, course and program assessment, and course outline development that is aligned with student learning objectives
Collaborate with colleagues throughout the college, as well as with employer partners, to deliver curriculum meeting today’s professional standards for the industry
Develop, implement, and evaluate the program of learning to ensure student progression through and graduation from the degree program
Serve on college committees as assigned
Perform other duties as assigned to provide a high -quality learning experience for students

Benefits

Voluntary supplemental retirement plans, both pre-tax and Roth options available (403b, 457b plans)
Employer paid Long Term Disability (LTD) Program
Health insurance options including dental and vision
Generous annual leave (A contract), sick leave (A & B contract), 12 paid holidays
The WNC Fitness Center offers Faculty and Staff membership
ComPsych our Employee Assistance Program offers resources and assistance to Faculty and Staff
Discounted WNC Staff rates for our Child Development Center which has received Four Star Recognition from the Nevada Silver Star Quality Rating and Improvement System.
Voluntary benefits including accident, disability, legal services, and more
An academic faculty senate represents full-time, academic faculty
Free parking and plenty of it!
No State income tax!
Education Benefits for Faculty Employees and Family Members
WNC is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and their qualified dependents.
Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate.
Qualified dependents of faculty can take unlimited credits per semester.