| Location | Childersburg, AL |
| Salary | $57,313–$96,784 Per Year |
Mechatronics Technology Instructor -AUT/ILT (Childersburg)
Salary
$57,313.00 - $96,784.00 Annually
Location
CACC - Childersburg - 34091 US Highway 280, Childersburg, AL
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
08316
College/Division
CACC-205080-Automotive Technology
Opening Date
07/27/2026
Closing Date
8/10/2026 11:59 PM Central
Campus Location
Central Alabama Community College
Position Summary
The primary responsibility of the Instructor is planning, organization, and instruction of courses. The Instructor will be assigned to teach at varied times and locations based on student demand; day, evening, or weekend in Alexander City, Childersburg, Talladega, Prattville, or at other sites in the traditional classroom or via distance learning.
Position Base: Childersburg Campus
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Complies with all policies and guidelines as specified by the Alabama Community College System, Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, and Central Alabama Community College and applicable federal guidelines.
Develops and maintains course syllabi, course competencies, assessments, and outlines.
Plans, organizes, and instructs all levels of courses.
Tracks and records student attendance in accordance with the college's attendance policy and collaborates with the office of Student Services regarding class roster to ensure accurate student registration reporting.
Advises students within their respective program to promote student success, completion of certifications, as well as increase student program completion and/or Board licensure pass rates.
Ensures the proper collection Student Learning Outcome (SLO) data under the guidance of the Office for Institutional Effectiveness and in accordance with SACS COC accreditation efforts.
Works with Dean of Workforce and Economic Development, Division Chair, and other program faculty to develop, monitor, analyze, and evaluate SLO data in accordance with annual program review and reporting of continuous improvement efforts related to student success, completion of certifications, as well as increase student program completion.
Collaborates with Divisional Chair regarding the recommendation of textbooks and other instructional materials including classroom and laboratory equipment.
Collaborates with Divisional Chair regarding the recommendation and development of instructional semester schedule.
Collaborates with Divisional Chair regarding the recommendation and development of distance learning courses and/or Web based courses.
Maintains appropriate office hours in accordance with college policy.
Voluntarily serves on divisional and institutional committees or as recommended by the Dean.
Actively participates in their own professional development as well as participates in local and statewide professional development activities/events.
Assists with the preparation and submission of departmental budgets and requisitions for all purchases in accordance with all college and state policies.
Possesses and maintains the ability to travel to all campuses, meetings, and educational offerings as required.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Divisional Chair or Dean related to the position.
Qualifications
A minimum of an Associate degree or equivalent from a regionally accredited college or institution is required.
Three (3) years full-time experience as a practitioner in field is required with five (5) years full-time strongly preferred.
Effective oral and written communication skills required.
Proficiency in English language is required.
Ability to efficiently utilize technology is required.
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university, with at least 27 semester hours in field (or related field) is preferred.
Teaching experience is strongly preferred.
Application Procedures/Additional Information
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a completed application through the ONLINE application system by the deadline date in order to be considered for the position. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure the application is complete and all required documentation is attached. Application material may not be submitted by fax or email.
A complete application consists of the following:
1.Completed Central Alabama Community College online application.
2.Current resume.
3.College transcripts (copies will be accepted; if employed, it is the responsibility of the employee to furnish official transcripts to CACC).
Transcripts must provide degree and date degree was awarded. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Central Alabama Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The College reserves the right not to fill the position in the event of budgetary or operational constraints. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Applicants must adhere to the Colleges prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. The College reserves the right not to fill the position in the event of budgetary or operational constraints. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Central Alabama Community College from the institution(s) granting credits.
BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT:
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form . Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Central Alabama Community College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding the position. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. Central Alabama Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all post-secondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that o employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Central Alabama Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. Central Alabama Community College participates in the E-Verify system to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.
Sick Leave
All regular full-time instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is equivalent to 7 hours per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teachers Retirement.
7 hours per month
(may accumulate an unlimited number)
Annual Leave
Not applicable
(off between terms)
Personal Leave
All regular full-time instructional staff earns up to five (5) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.
Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.
(converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)
Professional Leave
Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.
Holidays
New Years Day
Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday
National Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
16 (5 locally assigned)
Retirement
The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit The Retirement Systems of Alabama. All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers Retirement System of Alabama.
Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25)
Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25)
Law Enforcement Officers:
Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25)
Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25)
Health Insurance
PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit http://www.rsa-al.gov/index.php/members/peehip
Premium amounts:
Tobacco Usage Premium
The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the Wellness Program section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount.
Wellness Premium
The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the Wellness Program section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver.
If desired, employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision.
Optional Coverage Plan Premiums
Institution matches $904 monthly (effective 10/01/25).
Duty Hours
(Hours vary by campus and instructional needs)
Tuition Assistance
This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes.
Employees/Dependents at two-year colleges:
1/3 waived after 1st year
2/3 waived after 2nd year
3/3 waived after 3rd year
Note: Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at www.rsa.al.gov.
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