Part Time Instructor Automotive (POOL)

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Part Time Instructor Automotive (POOL)
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Position Title Part Time Instructor Automotive (POOL)

Classification Title F3

Hourly rate, Stipend, or Load Unit $752 per load unit

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Open Until Filled Notes POOL - Open for the 2025-26 academic year

Position Type/Employee Class Part-Time Instructor

Instructor Status This is a part-time instructor position, non-represented and non-benefited.



Overtime Eligible Exempt

FLSA Status Learned Professional

Campus Location Bend

Primary Purpose
To provide instruction in automotive technology as a member of an instructional team of full time and Part-time instructors.

Instruction is for students in a Master Automotive Technician Certificate and AAS in Automotive Management Programs or one of several certificate programs.

Faculty are expected to teach automotive technology, direct student discussion, select laboratory learning experience appropriate for meeting objectives, and evaluate student performance in the classroom and laboratory.

Faculty member expected to manage and evaluate students in the self-paced learning components included in the automotive curriculum.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

+ Effectively teach potions of automotive technology relating to eight ASE content areas.

+ Provide individual conference time to guide and evaluate student progress.

+ Management of the self-paced components of this program is included in the teaching loads.

+ Teaching assignments may include courses taught during the day and/or evening.

+ Maintain a quality classroom learning environment and work effectively with individual students.

+ Use teaching and assessment methods which incorporate current educational standards.

+ Evaluate and maintain records of student progress, and provide necessary feedback to students regarding their performance.

As well as cooperate with other College personnel to assist students with career planning, job placement, and follow-up studies and act as a resource person for students.

+ Provide instruction in Automotive courses in classroom, remote, or online delivery mode using established course outcomes.

This includes providing individual conference time to guide and evaluate student progress.

Teaching assignments may include courses taught during the day and/or evening, classes taught on any of the four campuses COCC serves, by interactive video chat technology.

+ Cooperate with the Business Department efforts to revise and standardize curricula for these classes.

+ Attend regular trainings as scheduled by the department or College.

+ Perform other essential duties and tasks specific to each location, as assigned.

+ Work with appropriate College personnel to write proposals for program funds.




Department Specific

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.


+ Thorough knowledge of Automotive field based on education and/or experience in the field.

+ Knowledge and/or work experience in automotive certificate course and shop equipment instruction.

+ Knowledge of teaching and instruction of various audiences and group dynamics.

+ Visual ability, corrected, to enable instructor to observe, direct, and supervise students in classroom situations.

+ Ability to operate or oversee the operation of computers, video chat technology (e.g. Zoom) and familiarity with or willingness to learn the learning management system ( LMS ) used at COCC .

+ Ability to orally communicate effectively with others, using the English language, with or without the use of an interpreter.

+ Ability to communicate effectively in writing, using the English language, with or without the use of auxiliary aids or services.

+ Ability to review, understand and apply concepts presented in training programs, conferences, and/or professional literature.

+ Ability to work with other faculty and COCC staff at all levels and be flexible with job tasks and hours.

+ Willingness to travel and/or teach at various hours and locations, as required.

+ Ability to work cooperatively with and contribute to a diverse workplace through ideas or experience.




Ergonomic Requirements
The ability to work in classroom and office environments using computers, white boards, projectors, and other basic office equipment, as well as shop equipment.

All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Standing is required 50% of the time.

Occasional exposure to fumes and vapors.

Must occasionally handle equipment that is heavy.

On-going exposure to some grease, oil, and dirt.

All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions without a significant risk of injury or to otherwise demonstrate or explain how they can perform the essential functions listed above.


Minimum Requirements

+ Associate of Science, Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Technology.

+ Five (5) years of current journeyman level experience in automotive technology.

+ ASE Certification in the areas taught prior to hire date.

(Proof of ASE Certification is required).




Equivalency Statement
The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment.

Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply.

To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.


Preferred Qualifications

+ Associate of Science in Industrial/Technical Education.

+ Teaching Experience.




EEO Statement
The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential.

In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment.

Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.


This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities.

When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.
In support of COCC’s EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.

Required Skill Profession

Other General