Full Time Faculty- Automotive Technology Program

General Statement of Duties:

Mount Wachusett Community College is seeking a faculty member to teach in our rapidly expanding Automotive Technology department. This individual will be responsible for designing an innovative classroom culture that embraces diversity and fosters student empowerment. By building positive connections, the successful faculty member will create a sense of belonging that motivates students and strengthens their desire to learn. We are seeking an educator who believes that guiding students through a combination of classroom instruction in lecture format coupled with hands-on training in our state-of-the-art lab setting best provides students with the technical knowledge and practical competencies needed for employment in the field, positioning students for entry-level and advanced technician roles in the automotive service industry.

This automotive technology faculty will teach various courses in the department such as Introduction to Automotive Technology, Performance and Diagnosis, Electrical Systems, Brakes, Automatic Transmissions, Engine Repair and Suspension and Steering. In addition, this faculty will support the new EV/Hybrid curriculum which includes courses such as Introduction to EV Technology, EV Battery Frameworks, and EV Components & Electric Drive Motors.

Qualified candidates will possess excellent writing and communication skills, academic credentials, technological proficiency, and the expertise to provide students in the program with the skills needed for future academic and career opportunities. The program aligns with standards developed by the ASE Education Foundation and reflects the evolving skills required of today's automotive and electric vehicle technicians.

The ideal candidate is committed to using active learning strategies and to promoting student engagement. Preference will be given to candidate that possess a deep understanding of EV powertrains, charging systems, and high-voltage safety protocols.

This faculty member will teach at the Automotive Training Facility on Linus Allain Avenue in Gardner, attend meetings at the Main College/Gardner Campus, and visit various cooperative placement sites as directed by the Program Chair.

Responsibilities:

• Instructional Delivery: Teach courses across various instructional locations and modalities (e.g., in-person, online, hybrid) as assigned by the Dean in collaboration with the Department Chair.
• Inclusive Teaching Practices: Adapt teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and challenges, fostering an inclusive and learner-centered classroom environment that promotes student engagement and success.
• Curriculum and Assessment: Develop curricula and prepare and deliver instruction at all levels; Assess and grade student work; Provide timely feedback to students on their learning; Modify teaching strategies to meet the needs of students who have diverse learning styles and challenges.
• Student Support: Maintain office hours in accordance with the MCCC Union contract. Provide effective advisement for approximately 18 students. Refer students to appropriate services to help them achieve their academic goals. Assess and grade student work, offering timely and constructive feedback to enhance learning.
• Professional Development: Engage in ongoing professional development in best practices and innovative community college pedagogy, including the use of instructional technologies such as Blackboard LMS. Maintain expertise in your area of specialization through continuous learning and fieldwork.
• Collaboration and Committee Participation: Work effectively within the department, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills. Actively participate in college governance and committees, contributing to committee work and college service activities as per MCCC Union contract.
• Recruitment and Retention: Contribute to the development of student recruitment and admissions strategies. Evaluate student program progression, retention, and graduation completion rates.
• Compliance: Adhere to faculty terms of employment as outlined in the MCCC Union Contract, collaborating with the Division Dean and the Office of Human Resources. Fulfill contractually agreed-upon responsibilities as stated in the MCCC College Agreement.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of ten years, verifiable employment as an automotive technician;
• Associate's degree or higher in Automotive Technology;
• ASE Master Technician status (A1-A8 for Automobile) and specific certifications for subject areas, including G1 (Auto Maintenance and Light Repair);
• Commitment to teaching excellence;
• Strong interpersonal skills with proficiency in written and oral communication required;
• Value Commitment to:
  • the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education
  • collaboration and teamwork
  • the community college mission.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience teaching first generation and underserved students;
• Experience with active and experiential teaching and learning;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Knowledge of nationally recognized reform efforts in the areas of instructional and curricular innovation practices
• Preference will be given to candidate that possess a deep understanding of EV powertrains, charging systems, and high-voltage safety protocols.

Equivalency Statement
Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

Salary: $57,289.00 - $93,048.00

Actual Salary will be determined in accordance with the classification system of MCCC/MTA commensurate with Education & Experience.

Employee Status: Full Time
Benefits: Yes

Mount Wachusett Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits Sex-Based Harassment. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action Officer and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.