At Amarillo College, our mission is: Transforming our community and economy through learning, innovation, and achievement. Every team member, regardless of job title or duties, is responsible first and foremost, for assisting students in every way.
This is an exciting time to work for Amarillo College! We are seeking our next Adjunct Faculty - Automotive Technology who will be all-in on our mission and who provides high-quality, learner-centered instruction in Automotive Technology and related technical courses. Instruction may occur in classroom, laboratory, technology-supported, dual credit, or online environments and emphasizes hands-on learning that prepares students for careers in the automotive industry. Teaching responsibilities include delivering instruction, preparing course materials, maintaining subject matter expertise, evaluating student learning, and supporting student success while contributing to the mission and goals of Amarillo College.
EDUCATION:
Required: Associate Degree in Automotive Technology or a related field.
Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Automotive Technology or a related field.
- Years of high-quality experience can substitute educational requirements.
EXPERIENCE:
Required:Three (3) years of industry experience in automotive technology or a closely related field.
Preferred:Teaching experience at the secondary or post-secondary level.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSES:
Preferred: Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Master Technician Certification, ASE G1, and ASE A-Series Certifications.
- Knowledge of automotive systems, diagnostics, repair procedures, and current industry practices.
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Ability to effectively teach both classroom and laboratory courses using learner-centered instructional methods.
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Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
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Ability to utilize instructional technology, Microsoft Office applications, and educational software.
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Ability to maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community partners.
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Ability to evaluate student performance and provide timely, constructive feedback.
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Ability to organize multiple priorities while maintaining professionalism and attention to detail.
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Ability to teach day, evening, dual credit, online, technology-supported, and off-campus courses as assigned.
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Ability to maintain current industry knowledge and instructional competence through continuous professional development.
Salary: Amarillo College Pay Grades, please review the
TEACHING OVERLOAD COMPENSATION and ADJUNCT FACULTY COMPENSATION chart to view the salary pay scale. This is based on your highest level of education.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, bend, demonstrate automotive repair procedures, and travel between classrooms and laboratories. The employee must be able to lift, carry, push, pull, and move automotive parts, tools, equipment, and instructional materials weighing up to fifty (50) pounds as needed.
Working Conditions: Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and other College events as required.
Work Environment: This position operates in classroom and shop environments. Routinely uses automotive equipment, diagnostic tools, instructional technology, computers, and standard office equipment. The work environment requires adherence to established safety procedures and may involve exposure to noise, automotive equipment, chemicals, and shop-related conditions.
