ASE, Automotive Industry, Automotive Repair and Maintenance, Automotive Technology, Communication Skills, Documentation, Interpersonal Skills, Online Training, Philosophy, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Record Keeping, State Government, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
Posting Summary
Working Title
Adjunct Faculty - Automotive
Role Title
Adjunct Instructor
Role Code
FLSA
Exempt
Pay Band
UG
Position Number
293A0000
Agency
Virginia Peninsula Community College
Division
Virginia Peninsula Community College (Div)
Work Location
Hampton - 650
Hiring Range
Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time
Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Varies based upon the needs of the student body
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Virginia Peninsula Community College is a two-year institution of higher education established as a part of a statewide system of community colleges. It primarily serves the residents of the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, and Williamsburg, and the counties of James City and York.
Virginia Peninsula seeks faculty to teach up to 12 credit hours in the fall and spring semester and/or up to 8 credit hours during the summer semester. Teaching load is based upon student enrollment and staffing needs. Applicants will be part of a standing pool which the College will draw on as scheduling needs dictate. The adjunct faculty appointment contains no guarantee of continued employment. This position will teach Automotive classes such as Introduction to Automotive Systems, Automotive Engines I, Anti-Pollution Systems, Auto Fuel and Ignition Systems, Auto Power Trains L Introduction to Alternative Fuels, and Hybrid Vehicles, and Automotive Climate Control.
Essential functions:
- Design and delivery of instruction for day and evening classes.
- Responsible for student assessment and grading.
- Maintains adequate on-campus presence.
- Provides timely communication with students, staff and administrators of the College.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications- Associate's degree in Automotive Technology. Current ASE Master Certified Automobile Al-A8.
- Previous work experience in the automotive repair field.
- Have a passion for the discipline and a commitment to a student-centered philosophy in support of academic excellence for diverse groups of learners. Excellent interpersonal skills in communication with students, colleagues, staff and administrators as an individual or as a part of a team.
- Willingness to serve the needs of traditional and non-traditional students from a variety of backgrounds and age groups.
- Ability to modify when appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize documented student learning.
- Adopt methods that fairly measure student progress toward student learning outcomes.
- Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to promote maximum learning.
- Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grade rosters to division administrator each semester according to established deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience and/or strong interest in teaching and inspiring adult learners to fulfill the College's mission to change lives and empower students to succeed.
Additional Considerations- Current ASE L1 and/or L3
- Previous experience in automotive instruction. Community college teaching experience.
- Teaching experience in online or hybrid, and traditional face to face classroom modalities.
Operation of a State Vehicle
No
Supervises Employees
No
Required Travel
None
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
ADJ_2280P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
99
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
02/13/2025
Job Close Date
12/31/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Agency Website
VPCC.edu
Contact Name
Human Resources
Email
hr@vpcc.edu
Phone Number
757-825-2728
Special Instructions to Applicants
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
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