FT Collision Repair and Refinishing Instructor

FT Collision Repair and Refinishing Instructor

Salary

$43,720.00 - $47,500.00 Annually

Location

Haywood Community College Main Campus, Clyde, NC, NC

Job Type

Full-Time Instructor

Job Number

2026.6.29

Department

Workforce & Industry

Opening Date

06/29/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Primary Purpose of Position

The Collision Repair and Refinishing Instructor is responsible for providing quality instruction in all phases of collision repair, refinishing, structural and non-structural damage analysis, and related automotive technologies.

• Applications will be reviewed as they are received and qualified candidates may be contacted for interviews as they apply.

Essential Job Duties

The instructor delivers classroom, laboratory, and hands-on training aligned with NC Community College System curriculum standards, ASE/NATEF (or ASE Education Foundation) guidelines, and industry best practices. The instructor supports student success through effective teaching strategies, curriculum development, industry engagement, and maintenance of a safe and current lab environment that reflects real-world collision repair practices.

Additional Responsibilities

Instruction & Student Learning

• Deliver classroom and lab instruction in collision repair, refinishing, estimating, and damage analysis
• Prepare and implement lesson plans, course syllabi, and instructional materials aligned with NCCCS curriculum standards
• Evaluate student performance using a variety of assessment methods
• Provide academic advising, mentoring, and career guidance to students
• Maintain accurate student attendance, grades, and records in accordance with college policies

Program Development & Improvement

• Assist in curriculum development and revision to meet industry standards and accreditation requirements
• Ensure alignment with ASE Education Foundation standards for program certification
• Stay current with advancements in collision repair technology, materials, and equipment
• Participate in program review, assessment, and continuous improvement processes

Laboratory & Equipment Management

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized shop/lab environment
• Ensure proper use, maintenance, and inventory of tools and equipment
• Enforce OSHA and environmental safety standards (including hazardous materials handling and disposal)
• Assist in identifying equipment needs and recommending upgrades

Industry & Community Engagement

• Develop relationships with local employers and advisory committee members
• Participate in advisory committee meetings and incorporate feedback into program improvements
• Represent the college at recruitment events, career fairs, and community outreach

Institutional Responsibilities

• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and college committees
• Support college initiatives related to retention, completion, and workforce development
• Maintain required certifications and credentials

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Collision Repair, Automotive Systems Technology, or closely related field
• Minimum of 3-5 years of recent, relevant industry experience in collision repair and refinishing
• Demonstrated knowledge of modern collision repair techniques, materials, and equipment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching or training experience in a community college or technical education setting
• ASE Master Collision Repair Technician certification
• I-CAR certifications (Platinum or ProLevel preferred)

Supplemental Information

The following is necessary for consideration:

• Official Haywood Community College employment application online found at our jobs page: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/haywoodedu. Please call Jamie Hilton at (828)627-4562 with any questions or if you are unable to complete the online application for any reason.
• The application must be complete for consideration - do not reference resume. A resume is suggested but does not take the place of any questions or details that you need to provide in order to be qualified for the position. Unofficial transcripts must be included for the application process. Most unofficial transcripts can be downloaded from college/university websites. Official transcripts of all secondary education must be submitted to Human Resources within 10 days of any offer of employment.
• References may not be a current HCC employee. Candidates must provide three professional references with email addresses. At least one reference must be a current or previous supervisor.
• College screening committee is responsible for application review, interviews, and recommends the candidate to HR. Upon completion of the hire process in HR, President approval is required in the hire of a candidate.
• HCC is a tobacco free campus

Haywood Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or status as a covered veteran in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. Upon request, the College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities so that they may be able to perform the essential functions of their job unless doing so would result in an undue burden for the College.

Haywood Community College (HCC) is part of the North Carolina Community College System and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Founded in 1965, it is an open-door institution with the mission to foster an environment that meets the educational needs of the communities it serves, promotes student success in higher education and in the workplace, and facilitates economic development. This includes programs for Haywood County high school students through Career and College Promise and Haywood Early College. The college campus, a designated arboretum, boasts one of the most beautiful college campuses in the state with an iconic mill pond, a productive greenhouse, dahlia gardens, an orchard garden and a rhododendron garden.

Full-time: Employees working on a full time schedule in a permanently established position when the incumbent is expected to be retained in the position on a contracted basis. Full-time staff receive contracts for a specific length of time within a fiscal year. Full-time faculty receive contracts for an academic period within a fiscal year, as required by state law, and may be contracted on a month by month basis per instructional needs thereafter.

During specified contract periods, full-time faculty and staff will be afforded the following benefits:

• Annual Leave (based on years of service)
• Sick Leave
• Longevity Pay (based on years of service and per qualification requirements)
• Holiday Pay

Employees are eligible for membership in the Teachers and State Employees Retirement System which also offers long-term disability benefits (upon five years of service), short term disability benefits (upon one year of service) and life insurance (after one year of service).

Other benefits include participation in:

• North Carolina State Health Plan insurance (after 30 days of FT employment)
• Life Insurance plan provided by HCC.

Full-time faculty and staff are also offered supplemental benefits which are optional. The cost of any supplemental benefit is the responsibility of the employee.

Employer Haywood Community College

Address 185 Freedlander Drive

Clyde, North Carolina, 28721

Phone 828-627-4562

Website https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/haywoodedu