Instructor- General Automotive

Duties/Responsibilities:

Percentage of Time:

Teaches credited General Automotive courses as assigned in accordance with course standards and approved syllabi. (Performed by all incumbents)

·         Teaches primarily face-to-face and hybrid classes on campus to promote student retention and program completion

·         Delivers effective instruction that meets the needs of diverse students

·         Uses a variety of instructional strategies appropriate to different learning styles

·         Demonstrates effective classroom management and organization

45

Prepares lesson plans for classroom instruction. (Performed by all incumbents)

·         Delivers effective individualized programs of instruction to class members.

·         Ensures adherence to technical college and safety requirements in classrooms and labs by following established procedures.

·         Correctly assesses the educational needs and class progress of students.

·         Selects and obtains appropriate educational materials for courses.

·         Prepares reports on the current status of students in the program indicating whether performance is aligned with performance indicators, program goals, and progress schedule.

·         Ensures consistency in syllabi, lesson plans, tests, and other appropriate materials.

5

Develops program and course outlines, goals, and objectives. (Performed by some incumbents)

·         Prepares appropriate curricula, including non-traditional content and methods to achieve the objectives and goals of students.

·         Follows designated and approved lesson plan(s) using appropriate techniques and aids.

·         Participates in standing or ad hoc committee meetings relating to curriculum development, extracurricular activities, and other technical college-sponsored activities or programs as required.

·         Prepares program reports for submission to the supervisor within specified time frames of request.

·         Maintains a presence on campus during regular business hours to be available for meetings, department functions, and administrative tasks.

5

Evaluates students' progress in attaining goals and objectives. (Performed by all incumbents)

·         Establishes criteria and tests the students to measure each student's progress.

·         Communicates students' progress to student and appropriate personnel and according to established guidelines.

·         Accurately records pertinent information in students' records as required.

5

Requests and maintains supplies and equipment and prepares required budget requests. (Performed by all incumbents)

·         Submits correct supply and equipment budget requests as necessary per established guidelines.

·         Performs and maintains classroom inventory according to established policies and procedures.

·         Maintains an organized and proper supply of classroom instructional materials.

·         Promptly notifies the supervisor of defective equipment.

2

Maintains program certification requirements, as appropriate. (Performed by all incumbents.)

·         Attends a required number of hours of required training.

·         Participates in education meetings, workshops, etc. as requested.

·         Ensures certification meets all required organizational and accreditation policies and guidelines.

·         Thoroughly conducts a self-study of the program's compliance with technical college, program, and accreditation standards.

·         Exhibits and models positive work ethics.

2

Prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports. (Performed by all incumbents)

·         Prepares and submits students’ progress and participation reports per the prescribed guidelines. Conducts follow-up surveys.

·         Ensures documentation meets all required organizational and accreditation policies and state guidelines.

·         Analyzes collected data for program improvement.

·         Compiles and submits reports promptly to the supervisor.

3

Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by attending staff development training, workshops, seminars, and conferences and by reading professional literature in the related vocational field. (Performed by all incumbents)

·         Attends internal and external educational programs and professional meetings that meet the requirements for continuing education in the assigned specialty area.

·         Reads professional literature and translates complex or technical information into a meaningful format that may be understood by others.

5

Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the training area. (Performed by all incumbents)

·         Construct training modules, tools, materials, supplies, and equipment to comply with the local requirement for safety and security needs and per state and federal workplace safety standards.

·         Ensures students are instructed in and follow all safety rules for operating equipment and using tools.

·         Ensures classrooms and work areas are properly cleaned and maintained at all times.

·         Maintains a secure training and work area that proves freedom of movement for students during the performance of work and training assignments and complies with the security requirements of the organization.

·         Ensures work-related projects are completed and that they meet industry standards.

3

Meets with students, staff members, and other educators to discuss instructional programs, curricula, and issues impacting the progress of the students. (Performed by all incumbents)

·         Advises students on course selection and other pertinent matters professionally and effectively.

·         Conducts office hours and is available on campus during regular business hours to assist walk-in students as needed

·         Actively participates in staff and faculty meetings as needed to discuss students' progress, problems, and/or programs.

·         Serves as a mentor for adjunct faculty within the program area;  is available on campus for adjunct faculty who teach face-to-face or hybrid classes.

5

Displays a high level of effort and commitment to performing work; operates effectively within the organizational structure; demonstrates trustworthiness and responsible behavior. (Performed by all incumbents)

·         Demonstrates eagerness to learn and assume responsibility; seeks out and accepts increased responsibility; displays a "can do" approach to work.

·         Shows persistence and seeks alternatives when obstacles arise; seeks alternative solutions; does things before being asked or forced to by events.

·         Works within the system in a resourceful manner to accomplish reasonable work goals; shows flexibility in response to process change and adapts to and accommodates new methods and procedures.

·         Accepts direction and feedback from the supervisor and follow through appropriately.

·         Works when scheduled; begins and ends work as expected; calls in according to the policy when arriving late for work or when absent; observes provisions of Fair Labor Standards Act; observes policies on break and lunch periods; uses work time appropriately.

5

Assists with recruitment, retention, and job placement efforts. (Performed by all incumbents)

·         Actively recruit students for classes by explaining the training offered and prepares a master schedule for departmental class offerings.

·         Prepares orientation for new students using effective materials while displaying a professional and courteous manner.

·         Actively participates in the retention efforts of the school. 

5

Maintains program certification requirements, as appropriate. (Performed by all incumbents)

·         Attends the required number of hours of required training.

·         Participates in education meetings, workshops, etc., as requested.

·         Ensures certification meets all required organizational and accreditation policies and guidelines.

·         Thoroughly conducts a self-study of the program's compliance with technical college, program, and accreditation standards.

5

Performs other duties as assigned in the fulfillment of the needs, philosophy, and purpose of Gwinnett Technical College.

5

Physical Demands:

 Frequency

(N)Never, (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantly

Requires operation, access, or control of financial resources.

O

Requires having a P-Card.

N

Driving is a responsibility of this position.

O

This position will have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care. 

O

This position will have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications).

N

This position is stationary, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods with or without reasonable accommodation.

O

This position requires moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one work-site to another with or without reasonable accommodation.

O

This position requires the ability to adjust or move objects up to 15 pounds in all directions with or without reasonable accommodation.

O

This position requires the ability to repeat motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers with or without reasonable accommodation.

O

This position requires the ability to operate machinery and/or power tools with or without reasonable accommodation.

N

Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment with or without reasonable accommodation.

N

Noisy environments.

O

Medium work includes moving objects up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

N

Light work includes moving objects up to 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

O

Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more with or without reasonable accommodation.

N

Work in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

O

Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.

O