Adjunct Faculty- Automotive

Illinois Central College is seeking adjunct faculty to teach Automotive classes. If courses are available, adjuncts may continue to teach future semesters. The adjunct faculty are primarily responsible for teaching assigned courses, while maintaining programmatic and accreditation standards. Adjunct faculty must adhere to instructional syllabi, support student success, and maintain access for students during office hours. Maximum assignment may be up to 12 contact hours for fall and spring semesters, and if also teaching summer, contact hours must be maintained at or below 29 for the academic year.

Responsibilities

Deliver engaging and effective instruction in automotive technology courses; develop and update curriculum to reflect current industry standards and emerging technologies; provide hands-on training in vehicle diagnostics, repair, and maintenance; evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback; maintain a safe and organized lab environment; participate in departmental meetings, professional development, and curriculum planning; support students in achieving industry certifications and career readiness; perform other related duties as required; teach assigned courses while maintaining programmatic and accreditation standards; adhere to instructional syllabi; support student success and maintain access for students during office hours

Requirements

ASE certifications in areas to be taught or the ability to obtain them by the start date; minimum of 2,000 hours of documented industry experience in automotive repair or service; solid problem-solving skills; strong organizational and prioritization skills; strong verbal and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain cooperative and professional working relationships; applicants must be a resident of Illinois at the time of hire

Nice to have

Master ASE Certifications; advanced-level certifications including L1 Advanced Engine Performance Specialist and L3 Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Specialist; five or more years of industry experience in automotive repair; associate's degree or higher in Automotive Repair Technology; prior teaching or instructional experience, especially in a technical or vocational setting; experience in repair and calibration of ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems); hands-on experience with electric and hybrid vehicle service and repair

Benefits

Paid time off; 11 paid holidays; 2 floating holidays; medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance; tuition waivers for employee, spouse and dependent children; on-site childcare center; 403(b) retirement plans; State University Retirement System pension plan (benefits listed are for full-time employees)