Automotive Technology Instructor
- Employer
- South Orange County Community College District
- Location
- Mission Viejo, California, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Nov 25, 2024
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Vocational & Technical Fields
- Employment Type
- Full Time
The ideal candidate for this position is an equity-minded
individual who understands the importance of creating opportunities
in Automotive Technology for students who have been historically
underserved. Saddleback College seeks candidates who view the
elimination of inequities as an individual and collective
responsibility and who strive to reframe inequities as a problem of
practice. In addition, the ideal candidate demonstrates a
commitment to student-centered teaching practices, effective
cross-disciplinary and cross campus collaboration, transparent
decision-making, and purposeful service to the community. The ideal
candidate will embrace the role of an educator who is continually
learning anti-racist pedagogy and adapting to the needs of a
diverse student population.
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
Teach Automotive Technology and related courses to a diverse
student population.
Instruct and assist in the growth and success of a diverse
population of students through careful preparation of course
materials, effective teaching methodologies and informed critical
feedback on assignments and discussions in support of student
success.
Develop culturally relevant course content, culturally
responsive pedagogical techniques, and effective practices for
engaging students who are diverse and/or are students who are
historically underserved. The ideal candidate should have
experience with relevant pedagogical techniques to engage diverse
student populations such as African American, Latinx, Native
Americans, Pacific Islanders and other disproportionately impacted
students.
Participate in curriculum development and serve on department,
division/school, college and district committees as necessary to
maintain and improve the instructional program; participate in
appropriate professional development activities.
Engage in co-curricular activities, including planning,
implementing, and teaching in special programs designed to support
student success.
Participate in the formulation of Student Learning Outcomes
(SLOs) and the Student Learning Outcomes assessment cycle.
Maintain formal office hours; stay current on information as
discussed in department and division/school meetings.
Provide an average of one (1) hour per week of college service
that supports the division/school, college and/or District goals
through active participation in one or more of the following
categories: committee work on the department, division/school,
college, and/or district level; non-classroom college, district, or
community activities; department/division/school activities,
events, or meetings; student club advisor activities or
events.
Remain current in your discipline, of instructional methods and
new technologies pertinent to areas of assignment; learn and apply
emerging technologies and advances (e.g., computer software
applications, Artificial Intelligence) as necessary to assist and
support student success.
Teach scheduled classes and perform related duties as assigned,
including comply with the applicable Course Outline of Record(s)
(COR); respond to and evaluate student work regularly and
consistently, inform students on a timely basis of their progress
in the course throughout the term; and respond to student academic
concerns, as appropriate, in a timely manner. Comply with district,
college, and division/school policies in the performance of
duties.
Work cooperatively with faculty, staff, and students.
Regular and consistent performance of the requirements of your
position.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Must meet one of the following qualifications under (a) through (c):
(a) Any bachelor’s degree or higher and two years of professional experience OR
(b) Any associate degree and six years of professional experience OR
(c) A combination of education and experience that is at least the equivalent of (a) through (b) above. Candidates making an application based on equivalency must submit a Supplemental Application for Equivalency Determination in addition to all other required materials.
Professional experience is required when the applicant possesses a master’s degree. The professional experience required must be directly related to the faculty member’s teaching assignment.
AND
2. Must possess the following certificates.
Desired Qualifications:
Months per Year: 10
Application Procedure:
To be considered a candidate for this position, the following materials must be electronically uploaded:
Completed South Orange County Community College District online
application including education, experience, and references.
Cover letter.
Current resume and/or curriculum vitae.
Academic transcripts of all college level coursework showing
date degree awarded from an accredited institution. For
consideration, degree(s) must be awarded at the time of
application, or applicant must complete the Supplemental
Application for Equivalency Determination form with online
application. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at time of
application. Successful candidate must provide official transcripts
upon hire. Non-U.S. transcripts must include a certified U.S.
evaluation (i.e., NACES agency: www.naces.org) at the time of
application.
Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Transcript.
Factory Training Transcript.
609 Certificate.
Any additional relevant factory training.
You will also be required to answer the following question:
All submitted materials become the property of the South Orange County Community College District and will not be returned or copied and will be considered for this position only. Applicant bears the sole responsibility for ensuring that the application package is complete when submitted. All travel arrangements will be at applicant’s expense.
Application materials received after the closing deadline will not be accepted.
For an online application, information, and instructions, visit the District Job Opportunities website at https://www.socccd.edu/departments/human-resources/join-socccd or call (949) 582-4850.
Federal law requires every new employee to present documentation showing eligibility to work in the U.S. SOCCCD does not sponsor employment Visas.
Selection Procedure:
A screening committee will review application materials which are complete and received by the deadline. A limited number of applicants will be invited to the District for an initial interview at their own expense. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.
Compensation and Fringe Benefits:
Full-time faculty are paid on the Academic Salary Schedule (see Wages for salary placement criteria in the Academic Employee Master Agreement located under Contracts on the District website). The District offers a comprehensive package of insurance benefits which includes medical and dental insurance, vision-care plan, life insurance and dependent life coverage, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, long-term disability plan, and legal plan. All premiums are fully paid by the District.
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Must meet one of the following qualifications under (a) through (c):
(a) Any bachelor’s degree or higher and two years of professional experience OR
(b) Any associate degree and six years of professional experience OR
(c) A combination of education and experience that is at least the equivalent of (a) through (b) above. Candidates making an application based on equivalency must submit a Supplemental Application for Equivalency Determination in addition to all other required materials.
Professional experience is required when the applicant possesses a master’s degree. The professional experience required must be directly related to the faculty member’s teaching assignment.
AND
2. Must possess the following certificates.
- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certificate for General Automotive (G1)
- Electrical System Certificate (A6)
- 609 Air Conditioning Certificate
Desired Qualifications:
- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Master Certified
- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) L1, L2, and L3 certifications
- Manufacture Factory Master Certification
- Manufacture Factory Certifications
- At least 6 years working in the field as a mechanic, technician, or vehicle repair
- At least 2 years working as an instructor for a high school, college, private institute, original equipment manufacturer, aftermarket companies, or any other automotive based training
- California SMOG Certification
- CDL license
- Tire Industry Association Certificate
Months per Year: 10
Application Procedure:
To be considered a candidate for this position, the following materials must be electronically uploaded:
- How has your background and experience prepared you to be an effective instructor at a college that is committed to equity, values diversity, and expects inclusion?
All submitted materials become the property of the South Orange County Community College District and will not be returned or copied and will be considered for this position only. Applicant bears the sole responsibility for ensuring that the application package is complete when submitted. All travel arrangements will be at applicant’s expense.
Application materials received after the closing deadline will not be accepted.
For an online application, information, and instructions, visit the District Job Opportunities website at https://www.socccd.edu/departments/human-resources/join-socccd or call (949) 582-4850.
Federal law requires every new employee to present documentation showing eligibility to work in the U.S. SOCCCD does not sponsor employment Visas.
Selection Procedure:
A screening committee will review application materials which are complete and received by the deadline. A limited number of applicants will be invited to the District for an initial interview at their own expense. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure an interview.
Compensation and Fringe Benefits:
Full-time faculty are paid on the Academic Salary Schedule (see Wages for salary placement criteria in the Academic Employee Master Agreement located under Contracts on the District website). The District offers a comprehensive package of insurance benefits which includes medical and dental insurance, vision-care plan, life insurance and dependent life coverage, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, long-term disability plan, and legal plan. All premiums are fully paid by the District.
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