Associate Instructor - Automotive Technology

Job Description

Job Description

We have an opening for an Associate Instructor - Automotive Technology at our TCAT Chattanooga State campus!

Our Purpose - We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits.

Our Values: 

We cultivate a welcome and supportive environment.

We care about the well-being of each other.

We instill trust through integrity and transparency.

We encourage fearless innovation and resilience.

We collaborate to build a better future.

Our Mission - We are Chattanooga State, a dedicated team that delivers accessible, innovative learning opportunities that surpass expectations.  Together, we enrich the lives of students, and their families; develop a talented workforce; and partner with our community to lead boldly into the future.

General Summary

This is a full-time, 12-month faculty position in the Automotive Technology Program at TCAT Chattanooga. Responsibilities include instruction, course and curriculum development, professional development, service to students, and service to the college and community. The faculty member will:

• Facilitate classroom and laboratory instruction, ensuring alignment with industry standards and program outcomes.
• Evaluate and monitor student progress, assign grades, and maintain attendance records.
• Provide academic support, advise students on academic and career goals, and support student retention efforts.
• Order and manage instructional supplies and equipment, ensuring compliance with budgetary and program needs.
• Collaborate with colleagues to align curriculum, share best practices, and enhance program effectiveness.
• Build and maintain relationships with industry partners to ensure curriculum relevance, secure donations or discounts on supplies, and create apprenticeship, internship, and job placement opportunities for students.
• Complete Program Student Learning Outcomes (PSLO) and Council on Occupational Education (COE) reports in collaboration with colleagues and program leadership.
• Maintain required classroom and office hours (7:30am – 3:00pm M-F), ensuring accessibility for student support.

Essential FunctionsTeaching Excellence and Program Innovation

• Demonstrate teaching excellence by using evidence-based instructional practices that foster student learning.

• Adapt tests and refine new pedagogical approaches that fit Chattanooga State's campus context.
• Structure student experiences to ensure relevance in academic, student life, and co-curricular activities.
• Ensure that instructional materials and equipment are ready for student use, sufficient in quantity, are properly maintained, and are in working order prior to class time.
• Facilitate classroom instruction, evaluate students, monitor their progress, assign final grades, and maintain attendance and grade records. Counsel and advise students on academic preparation and career goals and work to retain students in the program.
• Develop and maintain a site on the college's Learning Management System (eLearn) platform where class documents (syllabi, classroom information, quizzes, tests, etc.) are stored and available for students to access anytime.
• Maintain an active advisory committee that meets twice a year and covers industry and programming needs.
• Remain current within assigned instruction, related occupational areas, and technologies; acquire, maintain, and apply knowledge of current instructional methodologies and materials; attend scheduled college, divisional, professional development, and in-service activities; and participate in the annual faculty evaluation process.
• In addition to teaching, the faculty member is expected to play a vital role in program development. This includes maintaining up-to-date programs and curricula, maintaining technical skills, and acquiring new technical skills as the industry evolves.

Holistic Student Support

• Participate in student recruitment and admission decisions and activities.  
• Support placement of students with work‑based learning (WBL) experiences.
• Review and respond to various reports in a timely manner. 
• Collaborate with student services to support students.  
• Work collaboratively with student services teams to connect learners with academic, advising, and support resources. 

Organizational Culture

• Support the College’s mission and core values. 
• Maintain a respectful and student‑centered environment.
• Support and provide leadership for College and division goals. 
• Offers responsive and consistent services and support for students, faculty, and staff.

Position RequirementsMinimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in the Automotive Service Industry.
• Graduate of a one-year diploma program in Automotive Technology or four years of experience as an Automotive Technician.
• Willingness to complete ASE Master Certification within six months of employment.
• Evidence of the ability to teach students effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to remaining current in the Automotive Service Industry.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Requirements:

• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in Automotive Technology, Education, or related fields.
• ASE Master Certification.
• Prior teaching or training experience.
• Experience with budget management, supply ordering, and industry partnerships.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and Learning Management Systems (eLearn).
• Comprehensive grasp of Automotive Technology and its application in academic and industry settings.
• Commitment to promoting academic excellence and student success.
• High level of self-discipline and self-motivation.
• Positive, supportive, and cooperative disposition toward students, colleagues, and industry partners.
• Punctuality, attention to detail, and ability to complete assigned tasks efficiently.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences in verbal and written form.
• Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, equity-minded principles and practices related to supporting students.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues to achieve program goals, PSLOs, and COE accreditation standards. Experience or willingness to manage program budgets, order supplies, and build industry relationships.

Salary: Commensurate with experience and in accordance with the salary guidelines of the Tennessee Board of Regents.

Range: $51,149 - $61,379

Closing Date Until filled.

Application Requirements: All applicant submissions must include a CV/Resume, References, and Unofficial Transcript attachments.

Open Until Filled: Yes.