Automotive High Performance Engines Instructor - Relocation

This position is located in Laramie, WY and will require candidates that have been offered the position to relocate to the surrounding area.

***No teaching experience required***

This is an excellent opportunity for an industry professional to expand their career through training tomorrow’s technicians. This instructor will work with other Instructors on the specific courses but may teach individually on occasion. WyoTech Instructors have the technical aptitude to teach the courses they are assigned and fulfill all administrative functions. Background check will be required upon offer.

Responsibilities

We are seeking skilled and dedicated Technicians looking for an opportunity to pass on their skills and knowledge to the next generation as Instructors at WyoTech. The ideal candidate will possess a strong mechanical knowledge and experience in Performance Industry.

Our Vision: Best Training, Best Experience, Best Outcomes,

Desired Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ work experience in the Automotive industry as an experienced technician.
• Proven experience in automotive or diesel Performance Industry is preferred.
• Work with power adders, engine and chassis dyno’s, and use of automotive diagnostic calibration tools like HP Tuners, EFI Live, and other standalone fuel management systems is a plus.
• Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to operate diagnostic equipment.
• Experience in continual education or classroom training is a plus.
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized workspace while adhering to safety protocols.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work in a team environment.
• Be proficient in the use of computers; Must be able to pick up on software used in an educational environment.
• Background check will be required upon offer.

Administrative

• Adhere to and ensure the enforcement of WyoTech policies and procedures as stated in the Employee Handbook; Advise students on attendance, grades, professionalism, and personal problems to ensure completion of their career program.
• Submit grades, tests, attendance, and all other material; Plan class instruction based on syllabus and ensure learning objectives are met. Ensure all educational activity is conducted ethically and legally; Utilize the CANVAS LMS system.
• Support EPA and safety procedures; Encourage students to do safe, quality work with safety precautions.
• Maintain and attend to the repair as necessary of class equipment and tool inventory. Lock up your area.
• Attend scheduled instructor meetings, graduation, and registration; Participate in curriculum and professional development; Communicate effectively with all WyoTech faculty and staff.

Instructional

• Encourage motivation and enthusiasm in the shop and classroom; Develop a professional rapport with the students.
• Prepare adequately for class and shop prior to start time; Have supplemental teaching items ready; Provide appropriate information, resources, and assignments for a lesson; Provide peer tutors as needed.
• Monitor class; Remain in control of the class throughout the classroom lesson and in the shop.
• Follow ADA Requirements.

General

• Be available for students 15 minutes before and 15 minutes after scheduled class time.
• Always maintain security on all tests and lesson plans; Always maintain confidentiality.
• Other related duties as directed by the department coordinator/department assistant coordinator.

Desired Qualifications

• Friendly
• Personable
• Positive Attitude
• Self-Driven
• Professional Appearance
• Technologically Up to Date
• Supportive of Management Organized and Reliable
• Able to Follow Directions
• Good Communicator
• Ability to Work with Others
• Problem-Solving
• Honest/Maintain Integrity

The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and levels of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance