Instructor, Diesel/Heavy Equipment Technology

Description

• developing learner centered lesson plans
• employing teaching strategies & instructional materials for different learning styles
• incorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in classroom, distance learning and laboratory environments
• creating and modeling a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student population
• preparing, distributing and utilizing instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media and other devices as appropriate
• updating and revising curriculum to maintain currency
• developing new courses as needed to support the instructional mission
• participating in the development and review of course and program/general education outcomes as appropriate
• developing, conducting and documenting appropriate assessment of student learning outcomes in courses and programs/general education as appropriate

• participating in professional development activities to maintain currency in field; maintaining current credentials or licensures as required by program or accreditation
• participating in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategies

• maintaining classroom and laboratory spaces including upkeep of assigned equipment
• providing for the security of facilities, equipment and instructional materials and maintaining safe working conditions
• maintaining student records (e.g., grades and attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using a variety of technology-based programs (e.g., Colleague, WebAdvisor, Moodle)
• complying with all applicable college, state and federal rules and regulations

• conducting recruiting activities
• providing academic advising
• promoting retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success
• assisting students with the registration and graduation process
• referring students to campus and community resources when appropriate

• collaboration with faculty and staff from other divisions/departments to promote communication, coordinate schedules and support student success
• serving on department, division and college committees
• participating in GTCC institutional initiatives
• collaborating with educational partners, business/industry and/or external agencies as appropriate to promote the instructional mission of GTCC
• supporting collegiality and teaching excellence by actively participating in the professional development of new and veteran faculty (e.g., mentoring and peer observation)
• participating in extracurricular student activities/clubs
• attending college professional development sessions, college/division/department meetings, graduation and convocation, as required
• Demonstrate and model the College’s employability skills: adaptability, communication, information processing, problem solving, responsibility and teamwork.

• Maintain student records.
• Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Associate’s degree in an Automotive/Diesel Heavy Equipment field from a regionally accredited college/university.
• Institute for Automotive Service Excellence ( ASE ) certification as a Master Technician (Medium/Heavy Duty Truck [T2-T8]).

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college/university.

• Three years recent, relevant experience in a Diesel Heavy Equipment repair facility
• Teaching and/or industry training experience in diesel/heavy equipment topics in any of the following formats: teaching courses, training sessions, conducting professional development workshops, and/or other continuing education seminars

• More than three years recent, relevant experience in a Diesel Heavy Equipment repair facility
• Post-secondary teaching experience in Heavy Equipment and Transport Technology
• Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes
• Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems