To advance the college’s mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.
 
GENERAL JOB SUMMARY: 
Under minimal supervision, the instructor is responsible for fostering student learning of Automotive Technology in a ASE certified program of study. Teaching assignment may include hands-on and lecture classes related to general automotive servicing to specific automotive systems. Candidate should have strong mechanical skills and the ability to effectively manage groups of students working on individual hands-on assignments.
Teaching may also include teaching courses outside the program-specific assignment (e.g. related math). Teaching assignments may be located at multiple Kirkwood campuses. This position requires strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to effectively deliver practical hands-on instruction, team-teaching skills, curriculum development skills, and familiarity with all aspects of the automotive servicing industry. Must evaluate, record, and report student achievement and progress in assigned courses in accordance with department, division and college policies and procedures. Must be on department committees, and maintain relationships with automotive repair organizations and businesses. The instructor will be responsible for meeting the goals and objectives of an individual Professional Preparation Plan as outlined in the College’s Quality Faculty Plan.
 
UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES:  

• Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence. 
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions.  
• Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment.  
• Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success.  
• Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence. 

Constant (67 – 100%)

• Attendance at work.
• Teaching assignments including various delivery formats, methods, work schedules and locations.
• Prepare and maintain accurate course syllabi and provide student guide for all courses taught.
• Effectively organize, prepare learning activities for assigned courses in accordance with established syllabi. 
• Evaluate and record student performance/achievement on a regular basis and provide regular student feedback.
• Provide guidance and advising for current and prospective students.
• Request and maintain instructional equipment and supplies for classroom and laboratory use.
• Attend and complete required training.

• Participate in the development and/or execution of departmental tasks and projects in the area of instruction or instructional support.
• Make recommendations concerning curriculum revision and development.
• Maintain currency of professional and technical skills.
• Assist in the evaluation and assessment of Kirkwood’s Automotive Technology program.
• Engage in professional development activities.
• Participate in and possibly facilitate Advisory Committee meetings.
• Develop and advance student learning outcome assessment.

• Participate in orientation events for prospective students.
• Attend department meetings
• Serve on department and college committees.
• Assist in the promotion of Kirkwood programs.

• Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences.  
• Represent Kirkwood Community College in a positive manner with prospective, current, and former students, clients, supplies, and the community.
• Organize and present various concepts to a wide range of students.
• Deliver courses in a variety of delivery methods and formats.
• Manage a classroom setting consistent with Kirkwood’s mission, values, policies, and practices. 
• Communicate with students, colleagues, and other Kirkwood staff maintaining professionalism and respect.
• Maintain a minimum of five office hours per week and be available on an as-needed basis for student questions and discussions about performance.
• Possess a working knowledge of technology necessary for instruction.
• Collaborate and contribute to department and college committees and projects. 
• Maintain and improve professional skills relevant to the Automotive Technology program courses and teaching. 

Position involves occasional (10-33%) sitting and constant (67-100%) standing in a classroom/laboratory setting. Constant (67-100%) reaching, walking, lifting, dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, repetitive motions, and viewing various types of visual work, and perceiving attributes of objects such as size, shape, temperature or texture. Frequent (34-66%) stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, carrying, and visualizing three-dimensions from a two-dimensional medium. Exerting up to 50-100 pounds occasionally. May travel to other on-campus facilities, off-campus facilities and agencies to teach, attend meetings, etc.

• Minimum of five years full-time experience in the automotive field required OR  
• AAS in Auto Tech and 1.5 years fulltime work experience OR
• BA with 12 credit hours in Auto Tech coursework OR
• ASE Master Certified.
• Valid Driver’s license.

• Experience in Automotive Service Management.
• Community college teaching experience.  
• Associate's degree in an automotive field.   

It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness, 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, 319-398-5572, equity@kirkwood.edu, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, Telephone: (312) 730-1560 Facsimile: (312) 730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339 Email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.