Position Title: Instructor ASEP/AUTO (Tenure Track)
Employee Group: Faculty
Division/Department: Business & Technology
Status: Full-Time
Starting Salary: $57,815 – $74,300, commensurate with education, qualifications, and experience
Position Summary
Delta College is seeking faculty members committed to the college’s philosophy that education serves the greater good by providing students access to a better life. Candidates must understand that community colleges are positioned to fundamentally change lives—and society itself.
We seek educators who:
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Believe in continuous improvement through reflection and collaboration
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Promote equity and academic excellence
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Are committed to student success both inside and outside the classroom
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Embrace inclusivity and diverse learning environments
The Business & Technology Discipline at Delta College is seeking a full-time, tenure-track ASEP/AUTO Instructor dedicated to equity, retention, and completion. This position includes face-to-face, hybrid, and online instruction, and may include evening and off-campus teaching at Delta’s Downtown Centers and Dual Enrollment partner schools.
Position Accountabilities and Essential Functions
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Demonstrate a strong commitment to belonging, equity, diversity, and inclusion (BEDI).
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Support and assess student learning and academic achievement.
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Engage in continual pedagogical improvement to support diverse student learning styles.
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Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines to create inclusive, effective learning experiences.
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Integrate intercultural content and global perspectives in course materials and community engagement.
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Serve the broader community through educational outreach.
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Make effective use of technology and learning management systems.
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Participate actively in shared governance and academic community leadership.
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Teach a full annual load (30 equated credit hours) across various settings and modalities.
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Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and continuous improvement initiatives.
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Participate in departmental, divisional, and college-wide meetings and events.
Position Responsibilities
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Teach a broad range of Automotive and GM/ASEP courses in classroom and lab settings.
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Prepare and evaluate course syllabi and instructional materials.
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Maintain accurate records of student performance and attendance.
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Provide student advising related to academic progress and college policies.
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Recommend curriculum improvements and textbook updates.
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Maintain a safe lab environment and model safety procedures.
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Participate in advisory committees and act as liaison with leadership on program content and delivery.
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Provide support for student retention, career readiness, and skill development.
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Maintain professional development and current knowledge in the field.
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Automotive, Education, or related field
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Associate’s degree in Automotive Service
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4,000 hours of on-the-job automotive technician experience
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ASE Master Certification
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ASE G1 Certification (within 90 days of hire)
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ASE L1 Certification (within 90 days of hire)
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Demonstrated ongoing professional growth
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Flexibility in teaching schedule and delivery formats
Additional Experiences Considered
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ASE Medium-Heavy Truck Certification (for Heavy Duty Diesel Program)
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ASE A9 and L3 certifications
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EPA Section 609 Certification
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GM MTC World Class Certification
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Experience teaching dual enrollment, college courses, or diverse student populations
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Knowledge of emerging technologies: electric vehicles, hybrid systems, alternative fuels
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Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply
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Pedagogy informed by BEDI principles
Application Deadline
Position will remain open until filled. The College reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Complete an online application and attach:
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Cover letter (include position title)
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Resume
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Transcript 1 (official transcripts required upon hire)
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Teaching Philosophy Statement – Equity & Belonging in the Classroom
Optional Documents:
Posting-Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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In order to track our recruitment sources, please indicate how you became aware of the position vacancy:
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If you selected “Other” above, please tell us where you heard about this posting:
(Open Ended Question)
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What does it mean to have a commitment to diversity and how would you develop and apply your commitment at the college?
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required:
Optional:
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Transcript 2
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Transcript 3
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Letter of Recommendation 1
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Letter of Recommendation 2
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Letter of Recommendation 3
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Professional Certifications or Licensures
