Essential Functions:
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Prepare and organize materials, tools, and equipment for automotive lab exercises.
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Ensure that the lab area is clean, safe, and fully operational at all times.
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Maintain inventory of automotive tools, supplies and equipment. Inform the instructors when additional resources are needed.
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Perform minor repairs on lab equipment when necessary.
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Promote a safe and effective learning environment for students in conjunction with faculty and staff.
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Assist students during lab activities by answering questions, demonstrating techniques, and providing guidance under the supervision of the instructor.
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Ensure that all safety protocols are followed by students during lab activities.
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Help students troubleshoot common issues with Canvas/Cengage systems during digital and hands-on training.
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Works collaboratively with other department personnel to meet the College program and accreditation standards and requirements.
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Works within the assigned program budget.
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Orient new students to classroom facilities, technology, and program/classroom performance and behavior expectations, procedures, and safety.
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Promotes job readiness, encourages professionalism, and good work habits.
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Other Duties as Assigned
Qualifications:
To perform at a proficient level and to be fully qualified, a person would be expected to have:
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Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent Required.
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Certifications: ASE Certs preferred.
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Experience: Must be currently in the STECH automotive program or have documentable automotive work experience.
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Background Check: Must be able to pass a background check.
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Probationary Period: Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of a six (6) month probationary period.
Institution: Southwest Technical College
Position: Automotive Teaching Assistant
Reports To: Director of Transportation & Faculty Lead
Job Summary:
Supports the College Mission to serve students, employers, and the College community. Provides leadership, quality education, and job skill training in a safe, clean, positive, and productive learning environment. Participate collaboratively and professionally with students, faculty, staff, and college partners to promote the general well-being of the department and the college.
Environmental Factors:
Conventional Educational Environment. In some programs, employees may occasionally be exposed to cleaning chemicals and the hazards associated with the respective industry equipment.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees being assigned to this classification; they are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
