What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teaching Administrator - Automotive Technology position at Blackwood Campus?
POSITION GOALS
- The Teaching Administrator – Automotive Technology will report directly to the Director of Automotive Technology to deliver state-of-the-art, lecture-based and laboratory–based automotive technology training. The subjects covered include, but are not limited to the following: Engine Repair, Engine Performance, Hybrid Drive Systems, Brakes, Electrical/Electronics, Heating and Air Conditioning, Manual Drive Train, Automatic Transmission.The Teaching Administrator – Automotive Technology will be involved in the Project Even workshops, advisory board, grant reporting, and any other needed duties required through the completion of the grant.
- The Teaching Administrator – Automotive Technology will remain consistent with Camden County College’s acknowledgement of the inherent value and dignity of all individuals by creating and nurturing a learning and working environment that affirms and leverages our community’s traditions, heritages, perspectives, and experiences. We are committed to fostering a culture of excellence designed to facilitate the personal and professional success, growth, development, and well-being of all members of our community. We manifest this commitment through our innovative, strategic and collaborative efforts to develop leaders who believe in and lead others toward practicing civility, mutual respect, in our workplaces and society.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Teach state-of-the-art automotive technology. Training responsibilities will include three program components:
- The Automotive Apprentice Associates Degree Program (AUT.AAS)
- The General Technician Certificate program (GAT.CA)
- Continuing education including update training of independent automotive service technicians.
- Teach 18 contact hours per semester for a total of 36 contact hours per academic year.
- This position will devote 4.8 person-months in year 1 to the NSF grant, 2.4 person-months in year 2, and 2.4 person-months in year 3.
- When conducting classes:
- Conduct classes as scheduled.
- Process grades as scheduled.
- Start class on time and conduct class for the fully scheduled time period.
- Provide students with a written statement of course requirements and expectations that shall include the attendance and grading policy, course objectives, and a course outline.
- Retain all credit course documentation for a period of not less than three (3) years upon the completion of the course.
- Observe the approved Departmental Master Syllabi.
- Demonstrate on-car use of automotive equipment used in the automotive repair industry.
- Make dealership contacts and visitations during the practicum portion of the Automotive Technology programs.
- Assume responsibility for the inventory control and security of lab equipment and tools during actual class time.
- Assist with promotion of the programs and recruitment of students.
- Supervise the set-up and condition, including cleanliness, of educational areas.
- Maintain ASE Automotive Certifications; A1- A9, L1, G1.
- Maintain yearly technical training requirement (20 hours) for ASE Education foundation accreditation.
- Serve on local high school automotive advisory boards.
- Adhere to all federally or NJ State mandated training to include, but not limited to, Right-To-Know and Blood Borne Pathogens.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
- Associate degree in Vocational/Technical Education or related field (Bachelor’s degree preferred).
- Prior Vocational/Technical teaching experience preferred and experience working in the automotive industry with state-of-the-art automotive components and systems. Successful candidate must hold ASE Automotive Certifications; A1- A8
- A clean driving record is required.
Camden County College offers a comprehensive benefits package to our full-time employees that includes medical, prescription, dental plans, life insurance, short & long- term disability, retirement plans, and a flexible spending account. The College also offers a generous paid time off policy, as well as paid holiday time. Additional benefits include an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), tuition reimbursement, tuition waiver programs and professional development opportunities.
Special Instructions for Applicants
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position is both classroom and laboratory-based.
- Extensive use of hands and shop tools is required; standing, stooping, squatting, and bending over cars is required.
- Candidate shall be capable of lifting 60 lbs.
- Safety considerations necessitate that the ability to communicate through hearing and speech is mandatory.
- Some travel to dealerships and training facilities is required. Computer competency is assumed.
Salary : $60,000 - $65,000