Full Time Instructor, Automotive Technology

Victor Valley College
Salary: $67,886.00 - $142,425.00 Annually
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2025-562 FTINAUTO02
Location: CA 92395, CA
Department:
Closing: 10/20/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Basic Functions
FIRST DATE OF REVIEW IS SCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER 20, 2025

**Application Deadline: INTERNAL FOR 7 WORKING DAYS, OCTOBER 2, 2025, at 5:00 PM **
VOLUNTARY REASSIGNMENT WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THE FIRST 7 WORKING DAYS
Voluntary Reassignment (Full Time Faculty Only)
FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) POSITION STATUS: EXEMPT
10-Month Tenure Track Position

COMPENSATION: Initial salary placement ranges from $67,886 to $106,308 based upon education and experience. The current faculty salary schedule includes five classes and twenty steps with a maximum annual salary of $142,425.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS - Comprehensive benefit package which includes:

District paid medical, dental and vision insurance for the employee and dependents.
District paid $50,000 life insurance policy for the employee.
Participation in CalSTRS Teachers Retirement System.

For the most updated information please visit our benefits web page.

Representative Duties
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Maintaining Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications:
- ASE Automotive Master Certification
- G-1 -Maintenance & Light Repair
- L-1 -Advanced Engine Performance Specialist
Instructing students in automotive technology in one or more of the following areas: engine overhaul, drive train and fuel system repair, brakes, wheel alignments, air conditioning and suspension, tune-up pollution control, automotive computers, automotive electronics, and automotive electrical systems.
Participating in assessment, evaluation, and planning of Student Learning Outcomes and Program Learning Outcomes, Program Review, Curriculum Development
Teach in accordance with departmental course outlines and design instructional activities to promote student success.
Collaborate with colleagues in program and curriculum development and participate in other departmental meetings and projects.
Promote the success of a diverse student population through careful preparation of course materials and effective teaching methodologies.
Comply with district policies and procedures in the performance of all duties by timely compliance with clerical and administrative responsibilities including holding weekly office hours and being available to assist students as required.
Serve on academic senate and participatory governance committees as necessary to support and enrich instructional programs.
Participate in assessment, evaluation, and planning of Student Learning Outcomes and Program Learning Outcomes

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any bachelor's degree and two (2) years of professional experience, OR any associate degree AND six (6) years of professional experience.

Must have sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess and have a current ASE (Automotive Master Certification)
Must possess a current G-1 - Maintenance & Light Repair
L-1 - Advanced Engine Performance Specialist

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR PROGRAM ACCREDITATION WITH THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXCELLENCE (ASE):
Current National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications:

L-2 - Electronic Diesel Engine Specialist
L-3 - Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Specialist
L-4 - Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Specialist

We will be using the guidelines set out by the Academic Affairs Division of the Chancellor's Office, California Community Colleges. See their website: California Community Colleges for the most current minimum qualifications for faculty in California Community Colleges. The Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook can be viewed at: Minimum Qualifications | California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office (cccco.edu)
If you have additional questions, please contact Human Resources directly at (760) 245-4271 Ext. 2500.

Some specialized courses may require specific certificates (must meet minimum content requirements specified by outside/other agencies based on accreditation).

Knowledge and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of automotive machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Knowledge of practical application of engineering science and technology
Knowledge of developing course syllabi
Knowledge of fostering inclusive environments for student learning
Knowledge of integrating accessible practices into course design and teaching strategies
Knowledge and ability to teach and support students across multiple modalities including, online, hybrid, remote, HyFlex, and correspondence while maintaining engagement and accessibility.
Knowledge and ability to maintain compliance with all third-party accrediting bodies by keeping required credentials, certifications, and regulatory standards current when applicable

ABILITIES:

Ability to obtain other certifications, and or licenses necessary to instruct specific courses
Ability to teach in a clear, organized, and informative manner
Ability to demonstrate helpfulness to students with questions or concerns
Ability to work effectively in person through clear communication, collaboration, and adaptability in diverse professional settings.
Demonstrated ability to remain current in one's discipline through ongoing professional development, research, and engagement with emerging trends and best practices.
Ability to use advanced technology in the classroom
Ability to interact with others (faculty, staff, students, administration)

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Office, classroom, lab and/or on-line environment. Position requires ability to communicate and exchange information. The assignment may include day, weekend, and/or evening classes on campus and/or at off campus locations. Position requires ability and schedule flexibility to accommodate active participation in College and Department Outreach Events such as College and Career Fairs and College and Community Presentations.

To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability to assist with completing an application, please contact the Human Resources Department before the listed closing date at (760) 245-4271, extension 2500, or by email at jobs@vvc.edu .

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

To be considered a candidate for this position, all materials required should be received in the Victor Valley College Office of Human Resources by the First Review Date. Application materials may be accepted after this date, however, if a file is not complete by the First Review Date, the application may not be considered by the Screening Committee. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all requested materials are received. All material included in the application packet become District property, will not be returned, and will not be copied.

All information qualifying an applicant for the position must be included on the Victor Valley College application. If it is unclear whether an applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position from the application, that applicant will be disqualified.

Candidates wishing to apply for more than one position must apply for each position separately.

Please note, communication throughout the recruiting and hiring process will typically be through email. It is your responsibility to check your email for any upcoming testing and/or interview dates. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

You may check your status at any time by logging into Victor Valley College Online Application Site at School Jobs with your username and password.

A complete file consists of all the following:

1. A completed Victor Valley College application electronic form

2. A letter expressing interest in the position

3. Copies of transcripts showing college degrees and coursework. NOTE: Degrees must be from an accredited institution. Applicants with foreign transcripts must have transcripts evaluated for U.S. equivalency by one of the following agencies. Open the link below for a list of agencies that have been approved by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing to provide evaluation of college or university course work completed at an institution in a country other than the United States: Commission Approved Foreign Transcript Evaluating Agencies This evaluation must be completed and submitted prior to your application being included in the application pool. A copy of the evaluation must be attached to each application package. Please note there is a fee for the evaluation service.

4. A Resume or CV
5. Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
6.. A current Automotive Service Excellence Cert (ASE) status letter
7. A completed equivalency if applicable

VISA

Victor Valley Community College does not sponsor Visas such as H1B Visas.

EEO Statement

Victor Valley College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Trustees is committed to supporting recruitment activities that are intentional, professional development opportunities that are meaningful, and instructional processes that support the goals of equal opportunity, equity, and diversity by providing equal consideration for all qualified candidates including but not limited to federally and state protected class, race, color, national origin, disability (mental and physical, including HIV/AIDS, cancer, and genetic characteristics), ancestry, sex/gender (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion (includes religious dress and grooming practices), age (over 40), marital status, medical condition (genetic characteristics, cancer or a record or history of cancer), military or veteran status, and genetic information

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/vvc/jobs/5071614/full-time-instructor-automotive-technology

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