Do you value active learning, meaningful collaboration with classroom faculty, and culturally relevant and equity-minded instruction? Are you excited to work with a diverse student population? Are you eager to work collaboratively to find innovative ways to improve student success? If these questions resonate with you, then we invite you to consider joining our faculty. We value collaboration and are dedicated to guiding all students to achieve their academic and career goals.
Clark College is currently accepting applications for a full-time Tenure-track Automotive Professor. Primary teaching duties include diagnosis and repair of automotive brakes, electrical systems, steering and suspension, engine performance, engine repair, drive trains, automatic transmission, heating/air conditioning and hybrid electric vehicle systems with targeted manufacturer-specific training. The successful candidate will join a cohesive team of instructors to fulfill needs of a growing department. Duties may include teaching factory-based curriculum such as Toyota, Audi, or others, based on previous experience and certifications. Class schedules will vary, but normal teaching load is 3 days per week, with the remaining time dedicated to curriculum development and/or improvement and course and program assessment. Department and college service work is expected with the position (as assigned by the division or college) to support the institutional mission and goals, foremost being student success and retention. This position begins September 13, 2024 .
At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.
WHAT WE OFFER: A healthy work/life balance for our employees with the opportunity for flexible work schedules and remote work depending on position and college needs. McClaskey Culinary Institute offers fast, fresh, and healthy dining options for students, faculty, staff, and the community. The space, located in Gaiser Hall, features three kiosks, a full-service retail bakery and barista bar, grab-and-go items, and a student-run restaurant. Coffee Lounge in Hannah Hall and Clark Café in Joan Stout Hall. Campus bookstore offers snacks, apparel, and specialty supplies. On-campus early childhood education care program (pending registration and availability). Gym and recreation facilities available for membership. Clark promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events. FACULTY RESPONSIBILITIES: Instruct all classes as an expert in the discipline using active learning approaches that both engage and facilitate student learning. Advise and assist students in their educational and career development. Strive to enhance teaching and learning techniques. Pursue professional development to stay current in the field. Obtain and maintain Professional-Technical Certification requirements. Participate in program, curriculum development and assessment activities. Work collaboratively with colleagues, businesses, advisory committees, and other educational partners to create unique learning opportunities at Clark College. Participate in decision-making processes by taking part in department and college committees. Work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds. Understand and commit to the mission of Clark College. Work cooperatively in a variety of department-level activities and college or company-wide projects. Pursue professional development to enhance teaching and learning in the department and College. POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: Plan, develop, and refine competency-based curriculum materials for use in automotive training outside of teaching time. Participate in ASE Education Foundation and other industry partner program certification processes. Attend Manufacturer training and conferences outside of teaching or contract time. Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES: Associate degree in Automotive Technology OR equivalent work experience. ASE Master Certified (A-1 through A-8). ASE L-1 Certification, or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire. ASE G-1 Certification, or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire. Six (6) years of recent automotive repair technician experience working on modern vehicles. Recent teaching experience may be considered in lieu of technician experience. Experience using computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, service information systems, and the internet. About Clark College
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