Automotive Technology Faculty (Tenure-Track)

About the role

The successful candidate will demonstrate technical expertise, exceptional coaching or teaching skills, and enthusiasm for the subject matter. Candidates should be able and excited to teach a wide variety of lectures and laboratory-based coursework in the department.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom and hands-on instruction in Automotive Technology courses, covering all ASE areas of automotive technology, emphasizing engine performance, alternative power sources, and AC systems.
• Incorporate an inclusive and welcoming approach to teaching and learning.
• Create a positive learning environment for students using multiple hands-on teaching methods to support and enhance student success.
• Work collaboratively with SVC faculty from other fields to develop contextualized and interdisciplinary courses that boost student engagement and success.
• Contribute to ongoing program and course assessment activities and to the related development and revision of curriculum.
• Develop, assess, and analyze program outcomes for the purpose of program improvement and enhanced student learning.
• Develop, monitor, and assess courses that meet ASE Education Foundation standards and prepare students for ASE certification using principles of Universal Design.
• Practice continued professional development as required by ASE Education Foundation (minimum 20 hours a year).
• Teach hybrid, distance education, or Integrated Basic Education Skills Training (I- BEST).
• Conduct program outreach by leading information sessions for prospective students, assisting with marketing and recruitment activities, and coordinating with high school teachers and administrators.
• Participate in unit, department, and other College activities, including College governance.
• Contribute to departmental leadership as needed, with the potential to serve as department chair.
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate degree, or equivalent education or higher, in Automotive Technology, or ability to complete an associate degree within four (4) years.
• Classroom teaching or industry training experience.
• Five (5) years of recent full-time experience in the Automotive Service industry as a technician or closely related field or equivalent combination of education, training, and field experience totaling seven (7) years.
• ASE Master Level Certification, L1 & L3, or ability to obtain these certifications by the start of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher.
• Higher education teaching experience, especially in a community and technical college setting.
• Evidence of industry training/professional development within the last three (3) years.
• Engine Machinist experience.
• Experience training or leading teams of technicians.
• First-hand experience in multiple settings and roles: dealerships, independent shops, management, service advising, etc.
• Other relevant certifications and training in automotive, marine, diesel, agricultural, or related fields.

Benefits

Initial base annual salary placement for 2026-2027 ranges from $76,953 to $102,604, plus an additional $5,000 High-Demand Salary Enhancement for a standard 172-day contract. The salary enhancement is incorporated in the salary range within the posting for the purposes of demonstrating the potential salary. The High-Demand Salary Enhancement is contingent upon the continuation of the HB2158 legislative funding and the amount dispersed to the college by the State Board. The College has a negotiated faculty wage scale in which placement on the salary structure is in accordance with the SVC Federation of Teachers Collective Bargaining Agreement. A standard 172-day contract is written annually for the period of September to June. Late contracts will be prorated on the basis of actual days worked.