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Instructor of Automotive Service Technology

Arkansas State University - Newport

Newport, AR

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SKILLS
ASE, Academic Advice, Automotive Industry, Automotive Repair and Maintenance, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Conferences, Electric Motor, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Hand Tools, Higher Education, Interpersonal Skills, Laboratory Analysis, Laboratory Equipment, Leadership, Maintenance - Electrical, Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Record Keeping, Regulatory Submissions, Safety Codes, Safety/Work Safety, School Attendance, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Training/Teaching Materials
LOCATION
Newport, AR
POSTED
10 days ago
This job was posted by https://www.arjoblink.arkansas.gov : For more information, please see: https://www.arjoblink.arkansas.gov/jobs/4776774 Instructor of Automotive Service TechnologyrrLocation:rMarked TreerrJob Code: 404rr# of Openings:r1rrInstructor of Automotive Service Technology (Marked Tree Campus)rrArkansas State University-NewportrrThe Instructor of Automotive Service Technology has responsibility for the coordination, oversight, and assessment of courses that comprise the AST program. The AST instructor provides instructional leadership in air conditioning, brakes, suspension & steering, engine performance, engine repair, electrical & electronic systems, drive axles, and transmissions. The position will require the instructor to create a safe learning environment for a diverse group of students with varying skill levels. The instructor will see to it that the program meets federal, state, and local health and safety codes and will see to it that the program meets the needs of industry partners and advances the mission of the college.rThis position is a 10.5-month faculty position and will be housed on the Marked Tree campus.rrESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESrr Assessment of laboratory performance, assignments, and papersrr Prepare course materials such as syllabi, assignments, and handoutsrr Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction for both traditional classroom and online formatsrr Maintain a functioning advisory committeerr Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required recordsrr Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussionsrr Participate in professional development to keep abreast of developments in the fieldrr Maintain accessibility to students via email, phone, or personal conferences. Maintain course/student records such as student grades, attendance, and training activity details in accordance with FERPA regulations and submit records by established deadlinesrr Keep a weekly schedule that best facilitates student learning and accessrr Remain current in program discipline, including maintaining licensures, certifications, or continuing education requirements where appropriaterr maintenance and upkeep of the lab equipment and cleanliness of facilitiesrr Participates in college professional development activities and commencement ceremoniesrr Responsible for the safe and effective use of all hand tools and equipment associated with the automotive field. Proper and effective use of personal protective equipment is necessary.rr Help students identify and achieve their educational goals through participating in the college\'s advising processes, as well as providing incidental academic advice to studentsrr Adhere to posted office hours to facilitate interaction with students, the college community, and the publicrr Serve on standing ad hoc committees, advisory boards, hiring committees, Faculty Association, or as a student organization advisor. Attends local, regional, state, or national meetings where required or necessary for the disciplinerr Actively participate in the recruiting processrr Perform other related professional duties as required or assignedrrMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSrAn associate degree is preferred. ASE Certification in one or more of the following areas is required: Air Conditioning, Brakes, Suspension & Steering, Engine Performance, Engine Repair, Electrical & Electronic Systems, Automatic Transmissions & Transaxle, and Manual Drive Trains & Axles. Previous recruitment, administration, and college teaching experience are preferred. Must possess good communication skills and be willing to work cooperatively with other departments of the College. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.rrEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCErAn associate degree or higher and appropriate industry certification(s) and/or at least three years of experien e as an automotive technician.rrKNOWLEDGErKnowledge of work-related subject area. The successful candidate will teach AST courses as appropriate to the two-year college level including classroom and laboratory instruction. The candidate must be able to work cooperatively with other departments of the college in a learning-centered environment. Applicants must also ensure quality and cleanliness of the lab, demonstrate teaching and educational facilitation skills, and exhibit excellent interpersonal and communications skills.rrSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESrNot applicable.rrCOMMUNICATION SKILLSrStrong communication and computer skills are requiredrrMATHEMATICAL SKILLSrAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent, and to prepare and interpret bar graphs.rrCRITICAL THINKING SKILLSrAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of known variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram formats.rrSUPERVISION RECEIVEDrUnder general direction of the Dean of Applied Sciences, working from policies and general directives. Refers specific cases to supervisor when clarification or interpretation of the organization\'s policy when needed.rrPLANNINGrConsiderable responsibility with regard to general assignments in planning time, metho

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Arkansas State University - Newport