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Instructor Automotive Technology

Dixie Technical College

Posted on: 15 Mar 2024

Job Location: Saint George, US

Job Description:

Summary:

This position holds responsibility for the success of the Automotive Technology program. This instructor must ensure that a positive, upbeat, diversified, interesting and active learning environment occurs in both classrooms and labs, giving the students relevant and worthwhile experiences daily. The responsibilities include planning, organizing and implementing an effective instructional training program in a professional learning environment that guides, encourages and enables students to develop into industry professionals.

Dixie Tech is a public technical college located in a new state-of-the-art campus in St. George, Utah. The College has 24 Council on Occupational Education accredited programs that offer certifications in high-demand, high-pay professions.

Instructors will teach three days per week, either Monday through Wednesday or Thursday through Saturday. The instructor will be on campus teaching or preparing four to five days a week for a total of
40 hours.

Pay and Benefits:

This is a full-time salaried position that includes generous benefits:

Medical and dental coverage, with the College paying the costs of the medical plan and most of the costs of the dental plan
Employer contributions to Health Savings Account ($1,500 per year for single coverage, $3,000 double coverage, and $4,500 for three or more) without a match requirement
Employer contributions to 403(b) account, amounting to 20.4% of the employee's pay without a match requirement. Employees may make additional contributions.
Salaried employees do not pay Social Security taxes
Employer-provided life insurance, AD&D, and LTD at no cost
Paid holidays, as well as Christmas, Fall, Thanksgiving, and Spring Breaks, on the schedule of the local school district
15 days of paid vacation per year

Duties and Responsibilities:

Actively create and update classroom syllabi, curriculum, lab experiences and lesson plans which will enable students to meet the needs of local industry, excel in the workplace, and be familiar with the latest technology and industry practices
Develop and execute active and diverse learning experiences which retain the interest of students while transmitting information and developing skills in the most effective manner, with a heavy emphasis on learning by doing, while maintaining a structured learning environment that complies with the course syllabus and course plan
Establish and communicate clear objectives and well-defined competencies for the program and all learning activities.
Ensure classroom and lab are prepared for daily learning activities
Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments in a timely manner
Structure classes in Canvas to support student learning
Observe, evaluate and record student's performance and development and provide appropriate and helpful feedback. Conduct and document student reviews with students on a regular basis. Involve Student Services when problems develop before they become critical
Manage student behavior by establishing and enforcing appropriate rules and procedures; involve Student Services when problems develop
Ensure objectives for all program students are reflected on each syllabi and match the module sign offs in the Student Information System (Northstar)
Ensure that students are retained and that they graduate, complete, pass any relevant licensure exams, and are placed, and that all student data is updated on a real-time basis in Northstar.
Meet or exceed performance metrics for the program established by VP of Instruction
Maintain integrity and confidentiality in all circumstances, especially concerning student information. Adhere to FERPA requirements and guidelines.
Actively work with the department director, admissions and recruiters to fill cohorts with students who are capable of graduating and finding employment in the field
Along with the department director and the VP of Instruction, develop and propose admissions standards which will enhance student success. Assist with the selection of students
Assure safety standards are used which comply with all College, local, City, State and Federal guidelines
Model a professional environment for the students in the classroom and lab
Schedule industry professionals for specialized presentations and training where appropriate
Supervise, recruit, train, support and assist adjunct instructors as needed
Be an active and participative member of the department team
Actively ensure program follows all guidelines and conditions necessary to meet the standards of COE accreditation, including completion of Employee Verification forms and maintaining records of contacts with industry partners
Assist with biannual Occupational Advisory Committee (OAC) meetings and ensure accreditation compliance. Maintain communication with OAC. Take direction and implement decisions made by the committee
Actively participate in documenting, collecting, and placing Standard 2 criteria evidence following the guidelines sheet into the COE program folder biannually meeting all deadlines.
Ensure program spending is within established budgets, and maintain inventory for all instructional items
Comply with Dixie Tech Policies and Procedures
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

5+ years' experience in industry required, 8+ years' experience preferred
High School diploma or equivalent required
Strong knowledge of Google suite
Strong communications and presentation skills
ASE Certification preferred
Ability to communicate with students, staff and colleagues; read academic texts and materials, student papers, etc.; operate personal computer and audio-visual equipment; stand or sit for up to one to three hours at a time; drive to off-site meetings or conferences or to observe student interns; move around campus for classes and meetings.
The employee is occasionally required to sit, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.

The State of Utah is an equal-opportunity employer. Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability. Employees and potential employees are subject to a criminal background check and drug testing. This position is exempt under the Fair Standards Labor Act.

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