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Automotive Technology Instructor – GM ASEP Program

Job Number: 495581

Work Type: Faculty (Full‑Time)

Location: Lafayette, LA

Salary: $60,000.00

Department: Academic & Student Affairs – Business & Technical Studies

Appointment Type: Unclassified – Faculty 12 month

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach automotive technology courses with a focus on GM ASEP curriculum.
• Deliver instruction in classroom, lab, and shop environments.
• Provide hands‑on training in diagnostics, repair, and maintenance of GM vehicles.
• Maintain lab/shop safety, tools, and equipment.
• Develop lesson plans, assessments, and instructional materials aligned with ASE/NATEF standards.
• Evaluate student performance through exams, practical assessments, and competencies.
• Integrate safety, professionalism, and industry best practices into all instruction.
• Advise and mentor students on academic progress, technical skills, and career pathways.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit final grades to the registrar’s office each semester according to established deadlines.
• Maintain compliance with GM program standards and audits.
• Coordinate with GM dealerships for student internships, sponsorships, and employment opportunities.
• Stay current with evolving GM automotive technologies through ongoing training.
• Assist with program promotion, student recruitment, and outreach activities.
• Follow college policies, safety regulations, and instructional best practices.
• Serve on college, divisional, and program committees as assigned.
• Respond in a timely fashion to information requests from college, division, and program administrators.
• Develop and maintain professional relations with the industry through industry visits and advisory committee meetings.
• Collaborate with GM representatives and local dealerships to ensure program relevance.
• Participate in curriculum development and program accreditation processes.
• Assume other duties as requested by the supervisor and the College.

Experience or Qualifications Required:

• A Baccalaureate degree in the discipline and at least two (2) years of directly related occupational experience, OR
• An associate degree in the discipline and three (3) years of occupational experience and skill in the teaching discipline with verifiable academic credentials, qualifications, or competencies appropriate for teaching the course content*
• A relevant diploma or certificate in the discipline and four (4) years of occupational experience and skill in the teaching discipline with verifiable academic credentials, qualifications, or competencies appropriate for teaching the course content*
• At least five (5) years of occupational experience and skill in the teaching discipline with verifiable qualifications or competencies appropriate for teaching the course content*

* Academic coursework, work experience, licenses, certifications, credentials, competencies, or other experiences appropriate for teaching the course content must be documented and justified.

**Faculty must additionally demonstrate steady progress to attain an associate degree to be considered for continued employment. Steady progress is defined as the successful completion of at least one college course per semester, including the summer, or nine credits per academic year.

Current ASE Master Technician Certification or the ability to certify within 12 months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching experience in post‑secondary education is preferred.
• Current ASE Master Technician Certification.
• Experience with GM vehicles, systems, and diagnostic tools.
• Proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Experience with, or willingness to learn, Leaming Management Systems (LMS).

Benefits:

As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, South Louisiana Community College has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Passing pre‑employment criminal background and drug screen is required as a condition of employment. South Louisiana Community College is an equal‑opportunity/equal‑access employer. South Louisiana Community College is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.