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How much do collision repair teaching jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for collision repair teaching in the United States is $28.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.63 and $32.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is collision repair teaching?

Collision repair teaching involves instructing students on how to restore vehicles after accidents, covering skills such as dent removal, frame straightening, painting, and safety protocols. Instructors use hands-on demonstrations, classroom lessons, and real-world scenarios to help students understand repair techniques and industry standards. This role prepares students for entry-level positions in auto body shops, dealerships, or independent repair facilities. Collision repair teachers often stay updated with the latest technologies and certifications to ensure students are learning current best practices.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Collision Repair Teacher, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Collision Repair Teacher, you need extensive hands-on experience in auto body repair, a relevant technical certification (such as ASE), and often a teaching credential. Familiarity with industry-standard tools like frame straighteners, welding equipment, and estimating software is essential, as is staying current with emerging automotive technologies. Strong communication, patience, and mentorship abilities help effectively convey complex repair concepts and support student learning. These skills ensure students receive high-quality, practical training that prepares them for success in the evolving collision repair industry.

How do collision repair instructors typically balance hands-on training with classroom instruction?

Collision repair instructors often split their time between teaching theoretical concepts in the classroom and supervising hands-on projects in the lab or workshop. This balance allows students to understand both the science behind repair techniques and how to apply those skills in real-world scenarios. Instructors frequently coordinate with other faculty to ensure safety protocols and curriculum standards are met, and they may also arrange for students to work on actual vehicles or simulated repairs. This dual focus helps prepare students for the practical challenges they'll face in the auto body repair industry.

What is the difference between Collision Repair Teaching vs Collision Repair Technician?

AspectCollision Repair TeachingCollision Repair Technician
CredentialsTypically requires teaching certification and industry experienceRequires ASE certifications and technical training
Work EnvironmentClassroom and workshop settings, educational institutionsAuto body shops, collision centers, repair facilities
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, vocational schoolsAuto repair shops, insurance companies, collision centers
Primary FocusTeaching repair techniques, safety, and industry standardsPerforming repairs, diagnosing damage, restoring vehicles

Collision Repair Teaching focuses on educating students about auto body repair, safety, and industry standards, often requiring teaching credentials. Collision Repair Technicians perform hands-on vehicle repairs, requiring technical certifications. Both roles are integral to the auto collision industry but differ mainly in their work environment and primary responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Collision Repair Teaching job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 6% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $60,068 per year, or $28.9 per hour.
Adjunct Faculty, Automotive Collision Repair

Adjunct Faculty, Automotive Collision Repair

The College of Lake County

Grayslake, IL • On-site

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

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8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

75th of 535 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Why choose the College of Lake County for your next opportunity?
The College of Lake County (CLC) offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits that includes Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois health, Delta Dental and Superior Vision insurance plans, tuition support for employees and qualified family members, three retirement plans, disability, group and supplemental life insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending account plans, a compressed work week in the summer (Closed Fridays!), generous vacation, sick and personal time off and 14 paid holidays each year.
Some benefits will not be available for Part-Time or Part Time Staff Under 20 Hours (ex: health insurance).
Position Title:
Adjunct Faculty, Automotive Collision Repair
Job Summary:
The successful candidate will teach courses in the Automotive Collision Repair Department.
The Automotive Collision Repair (ACR) Program at the College of Lake County is designed to prepare students for entry into one or more of the many service branches of automotive collision repair and maintenance fields.
The ACR program incorporates I-CAR's professional development program (PDP) training curriculum and the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) programs standards.
Job Description:
  • Teach courses in subject field. Develop instructional materials. Assess student learning and assign grades. Attend required Adjunct meetings in the Fall and Spring semesters. Participate in college governance and other aspects of academic life. Maintain current knowledge of subject matter.
  • Faculty members are expected to maintain current in compliance training, including compliance under Title IX "Responsible Employee" and, if applicable, Clery Act Campus Security Authority.
  • Select, prepare and maintain current curriculum, course outlines and printed and non-printed instructional materials.
  • Teach courses as scheduled each academic semester.
  • Provide instructional support to the students. Refer students, when appropriate, to sources of specialized services within the College.
  • Provide the Division and the students a syllabus that includes course objectives and learning outcomes, attendance policies in line with those of the college, texts and readings, timelines and evaluation criteria, and any other information required by College, Division, or departmental policy.
  • Observe and evaluate student performance in meeting course objectives and learning outcomes through assignments, projects, discussions or examinations. Provide feedback in a timely manner on student progress.
  • Deliver course content using a variety of teaching styles.
  • Maintain office/discipline/grade/division records as required by the College.
  • Be available for student consultation through phone or email.
  • Use the appropriate College policies and procedures to resolve and document student complaints, concerns and problems.
  • Assist in developing and administering discipline-appropriate measures of student academic achievement, use departmental testing instruments as provided. Administer other instruments designed to measure student learning outcomes as requested and required by the department. Provide all results as requested.
  • Conduct all classes in accordance with an established and current course syllabus and approved textbook (and/or related instructional material). Meet all classes for the scheduled time.
  • Submit all grades (mid/final) electronically prior to the required deadlines. Provide the Registrar appropriate grade records.
  • Encourage students to submit course evaluations, review course evaluations when available and use feedback to improve course delivery.
  • Revise and update course content as needed.
  • Participate, when appropriate, in the formation and meetings of program advisory boards, college, division, and department committees.
  • Maintain a high level of professional ethics.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean or Associate Dean.
  • POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None

Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum of one (1) year of collision repair or related field work experience AND at least one (1) or more of the following:
  • Current ASE-Collision, or I-CAR certification OR Certificate or higher in Automotive Collision Repair from a regionally accredited college
  • Ability to work effectively and constructively with persons of diverse cultures, language groups, and abilities; demonstrate sensitivity to and ability to work with the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Desired Qualifications:
  • Three (3) years' minimum experience in collision repair, teaching experience or AAS in collision repair.
  • Demonstrated professional learning or certification in evidence-based student-focused pedagogical teaching and assessment practice such as ACUE, workshops and data use
  • Bilingual in Spanish and English

This posting will be used to obtain a pool of qualified candidates. As teaching needs arise, applications will be reviewed for possible interviews. The number of adjunct faculty hired varies from semester to semester, depending upon the needs of the department. Adjunct faculty hires and assignments are coordinated by the department chairs.
The Faculty Success Framework illustrates the fundamental elements of a faculty member's career at CLC. Its purpose is to support a culture of continual faculty development and to provide full but flexible paths for faculty to both consistently contribute to student success efforts and cultivate professional fulfillment. Our Guiding Principles for Teaching and Learning Excellence (CLC CARES) outline the qualities we expect CLC faculty will exemplify in their professional and pedagogical engagement with students.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Your application can remain under consideration for the academic year. You may check your status at any time by logging into jobs@clcillinois.edu with your username and password. Thanks for being patient with the adjunct faculty hiring process.
Full-Time/Part-Time:
Part time
Total Hours Per Week:
5
Position Type:
Faculty
Job Family:
Part-Time Faculty
Posting Date:
05/08/2026
Expected Start Date:
06/08/2026
Compensation Grade:
Location:
Grayslake Campus
Department:
JM - Engineering, Math & Physical Sciences Operations Department
EEO Statement
College of Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a policy of non-discrimination. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).

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