Faculty, Automotive

Faculty, Automotive

Salary

$50,990.64 - $91,188.61 Annually

Location

Morton College, IL

Job Type

Faculty

Job Number

00033

Division

Career and Technical Education

Opening Date

08/10/2026

Bargaining Unit

FCCT

• Description
• Benefits

Morton College is a public community college located in Cicero, Illinois, just minutes from downtown Chicago. Founded in 1924, Morton College is the second oldest community college in the State of Illinois and is recognized by the Illinois Community College Board.

As a comprehensive community college, Morton College's mission is to enhance the quality of life of our diverse community through exemplary teaching and learning opportunities, community service, and lifelong learning. Morton College is also proud to be a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), reflecting our commitment to serving and empowering our diverse student population.

At Morton College, our community comes first. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and welcome minorities, women, and individuals with diverse experiences and perspectives to join our team.

Higher Education is the place to be - and Morton College is the place to be.

Description Summary

The instructor will teach Automotive Technology courses to a diverse student population, will participate on faculty committees and perform other duties related to teaching in a community college environment. Courses may be offered during the day and evening. The responsibilities and duties of the instructor may change as the needs of the College arise.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Utilize departmental syllabus template, approved textbooks, and supplemental course materials.

• Submit personalized course syllabus to Deans' Office in electronic format one (1) week prior to course start date.

• Distribute a course syllabus to all students that covers class requirements, grading procedure, attendance requirements,

• and course objectives. Review with students no later than the first week of the course.

• Receive, understand, and follow Course Data Form as distributed by Deans' Office.

• Adhere to printed course schedule meeting times and locations.

• Obtain prior approval for any substitute teachers or guest speakers from Deans' Office.

• Maintain grade book in electronic or hard copy format.

• Take and record student attendance each day.

• Submit accurate and certified Tenth (10th) Day Attendance Verification and Mid-Semester Class Roster or other report to Deans' Office

• Give final exam at the time and date indicated on the College's final exam schedule.

• Respond to e-mails from students, staff, and college administrators in a timely manner while classes are in session using assigned college designated e-mail.

• Check assigned college mailbox regularly.

• Attend campus-wide and department professional development and / or trainings.

• Work with students to prepare for and obtain employment.

• Maintain 20 hours of technical update training annually.

• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Automotive Technology, related field, or equivalent industry training
• Minimum 5 years industry experience with an ASE Master certification and G1
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, and basic computer literacy

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors' degree in a related discipline
• 5 or more years of previous community college and/or university teaching experience
• ASE Advanced Level Engine Performance (L1) certification
• ASE Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicle (L3) certification
• Experience with hybrid/electric vehicle service and repair
• Experience with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) service and repair
• Ford Motor Company certifications

Core Values

Compassion | Equity | Accountability | Innovation | Excellence

Faculty enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid holidays, personal and sick leave, health insurance, retirement, and professional development opportunities. Benefits include paid holidays throughout the year, 4 personal days and 15 sick days annually. Faculty also have access to medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans, participation in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS), and flexible spending accounts. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement for required coursework, professional growth opportunities, access to Great Lakes Credit Union, a complimentary Morton College Fitness Center membership, and opportunities for summer teaching.

Employer Morton College (IL)

Address 3801 S Central Ave

Cicero, Illinois, 60804

Phone 708-656-8000

Website https://www.morton.edu/