Ford Asset Instructor

2 weeks ago


Birmingham, Alabama, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Ford Asset Instructor to join our team. As a Ford Asset Instructor, you will be responsible for developing and delivering high-quality curriculum in a student-centered classroom environment. You will work closely with our team to ensure that our students receive the best possible education and training in the automotive industry.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and deliver curriculum that meets the needs of our students and the automotive industry
  • Teach 30-35 contact hours or 15-16 credit hours per semester and/or the equivalent in non-credit hours or a combination of the credit and non-credit course offerings
  • Regular and consistent attendance at work
  • Available to teach off-campus classes in day, night, weekend classes, and training opportunities as a regular teaching load, should the needs of the College dictate such assignment
  • Prepare and maintain current course syllabus according to the College's guidelines
  • Develop and implement a program of instruction that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students and is consistent with local and state plan of study established curriculum
  • Plan and employ a variety of appropriate instructional/learning strategies and activities which are compatible with the physical facility but serve the needs and capabilities of the students
  • Plan and implement lessons based on curriculum objectives and the needs and abilities of students
  • Develop and evaluate Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for instructional specialty
  • Knowledge of content, curriculum, methods, materials and equipment of instructional specialty
  • Prepare program course offerings for schedule for each semester and term
  • Recruit students into program and advise through completion
  • Coordinate work-based learning opportunities for students
  • Establish and utilize Advisory Committee according to approved guidelines
  • Prepare and maintain program budget
  • Maintain lab equipment and supplies
  • Collaborate with other unit programs to develop and implement divisional goals
  • Knowledge of institution's program of studies related to mission, goals and organization
  • Update and revise courses in collaboration with the faculty, department chair, and dean of career technical education, and when appropriate, the advisory committee
  • Participate in student orientation sessions
  • Serve on divisional, institutional, and state-wide committees as appointed
  • Work with college ADA coordinator to provide appropriate accommodation for identified students
  • Maintain and conduct schedule office hours for student conferences
  • Mastery knowledge in teaching field
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Department Chair, Assistant Dean, Dean, Vice-President or President
Qualifications
  • Associates Degree (or higher) from a regionally accredited institution
  • 3 years of experience as an automotive technician
  • Proficient with computers
  • ASE Master and L1 Certification
  • Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
Physical Demands
  • Environment: Work is performed primarily in a shop environment, with some travel; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; working and/or walking on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surface and rough terrain, extended hours including evenings and weekends.
  • Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability to work in a mechanic shop environment; walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, and twist; push, pull, lift, and/or carry moderate to heavy amounts of weight; operate assigned equipment and vehicles; verbally communicate to exchange information.
  • Vision: See in normal visual range with or without correction.
  • Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.


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