Instructor, Automotive (10-Month)
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
522 North Old Carriage Road, Rocky Mount, NC
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
457
Division
Applied Engineering Technologies
Department
Applied Engineering Technologies
Opening Date
08/27/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Job Description
Position will be advertised until filled.
The Full-Time Instructor is responsible for providing effective instruction,
fostering student success, and contributing to the academic and community
mission of the college. Instructors engage in curriculum development,
assessment, advising, and professional development while maintaining
compliance with institutional and accreditation standards. Additionally,
Instructors are expected to participate in college events, serve on
committees, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Responsibilities
Instruction & Curriculum Development:
Teach assigned courses in accordance with the NCCCS Combined Course
Library course descriptions.
Develop and revise curriculum to ensure alignment with industry standards
and accreditation requirements.
Provide students with a course syllabus that includes measurable learning
objectives and expected outcomes.oIncorporate technology and innovative
teaching methodologies to enhance student learning.
Maintain a classroom environment (online and/or face-to-face) conducive
to learning and report any issues in a timely manner.
Utilize the LMS as appropriate for the course modality.
Participate in on-going curriculum review and formal evaluation,
implementing necessary improvements.
Administrative Responsibilities:
Maintain accurate student records, including attendance and grade
reporting.
Submit reports and records according to established schedules.
Safeguard and maintain instructional and office equipment, reporting any
irregularities.
Assist in textbook selection, resource procurement, and inventory
management.
Use college systems such as Self Service for academic administration.
Student Support & Advising:
Provide academic advising, mentoring, and career guidance to students.
Assist students in developing educational plans and verifying readiness
for graduation.
Monitor student progress and provide timely feedback and support.
Schedule and maintain regular student contact hours and make office hours
available to students.
Contact students who are absent from class to encourage engagement and
retention.
Assessment & Continuous Improvement:
Participate in course and program assessment to evaluate learning outcomes
and effectiveness.
Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance instructional
quality and student success.
Ensure compliance with accreditation, state, and institutional policies.
Professional Development & Collegial Engagement:
Participate in professional development opportunities, including
conferences, workshops, and training.
Stay current with developments in the discipline and instructional best
practices.
Attend all scheduled faculty meetings unless a class conflict occurs.
Engage in departmental meetings, committees, and institutional
initiatives.
Collaborate with colleagues to support institutional goals and community
partnerships.
Service & Community Engagement:
Support college-wide initiatives, student activities, and recruitment
efforts.
Engage in outreach efforts that connect students with local industries and
employers.
Serve on institutional committees and participate in program advisory
boards.
Contribute to partnerships with businesses, advisory boards, and community
organizations.
Attend annual graduation exercises and participate in college events and
activities
Additional Automotive Instructor Responsibilities
Maintain a safe automotive lab/shop environment and enforce proper safety
procedures, including PPE, lift safety, hazardous material handling, and
safe use of tools and equipment.
Prepare, organize, and maintain lab/shop spaces, vehicles, tools,
diagnostic equipment, materials, and supplies for hands-on instruction.
Inspect equipment and report maintenance, calibration, repair, and
replacement needs in a timely manner.
Manage program supplies, automotive parts, fluids, tools, consumables, and
inventory related to instruction.
Demonstrate proper inspection, diagnosis, service, repair, and maintenance
of automotive systems and related components.
Supervise student work in lab/shop settings and maintain a clean,
organized, and instruction-ready environment.
Evaluate student work using program standards, service information,
diagnostic processes, and industry expectations.
Assist students with skill development and preparation for ASE
certifications and employment in automotive fields.
Perform other program-related duties as assigned.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must
be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this
job. Employees may request reasonable accommodation(s) if necessary to
perform the essential functions of the job.
Maintain stationary position, sitting or standing, for extended periods of
time.
Operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
Occasionally lift, move, transport, install, or remove items weighing up
to 15 pounds.
The ability to communicate information so that others understand.
The ability to observe details
Occasionally move to different classrooms across campus to provide
instruction, advising, and instructional support
Travel to remote instructional sites or other locations in performance of
job duties
Minimum Qualifications
Associate's Degree in Automotive Systems Technology or related field from
a regionally accredited institution and a minimum of 4 years of experience
as an automotive technician, or a Diploma in Automotive Systems Technology
or related field from a regionally accredited institution and a minimum of
8 years of experience as an automotive technician. Must have a current ASE
Master Certification and ASE Auto Maintenance and Light Repair
Certification (G1).
Minimum of three (3) years of relevant teaching experience in a
community college setting, preferred.
Nash Community College provides a comprehensive, affordable insurance and
benefits program. We are continuously investigating new benefit offerings that
are responsive to the needs of our full-time employees.
State Health Plan
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Additional Supplemental Insurances
Disability Plan
NC Retirement Plan
Leave (Vacation, Sick, FMLA, Civil and Military, Community Service, and
Voluntary Shared)
Paid Holidays
Credit for Prior State Service
Supplemental Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Please note: Most temporary (part-time or full-time) employees do not
earn benefits.
Employer
Nash Community College
Address
522 North Old Carriage Road
Rocky Mount, North Carolina, 27804
Phone
252-451-8264
Website
https:// www. nashcc.edu
