Adjunct Automotive Instructor

Overview

Antelope Valley College invites applications for our adjunct (temporary, part‑time) faculty applicant pool for the automotive discipline. The position is for an Automotive Adjunct Instructor.

• Teach a variety of courses in Automotive Technology, with subjects ranging from ASE A1–A8.
• Schedule may include daytime, afternoon, evening, online courses, and/or off‑campus sites.
• Follow the curriculum of record to teach students real‑world skills and prepare them for passing ASE exams.
• Instruct lecture and laboratory classes.
• Demonstrate hands‑on live work to students.
• Instruct students in the use of tools, equipment, and industry‑standard safety practices.
• Evaluate student performance, record grades, and submit final grades.
• Maintain professional and ethical standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department.

• California Community College faculty minimum qualifications:
  Any Bachelor’s degree AND two years of professional experience
  , or any Associate degree AND six years of professional experience
  , or equivalency.
• College work, military training, or nationally recognized certifications equivalent to a Baccalaureate degree AND two years of related occupational experience.
• College work, military training, or nationally recognized certifications equivalent to an Associate degree plus six years of occupational experience.
• Eight years of experience in the automotive service occupation, with at least two years as a supervisor, instructor, trainer, or owner of an automotive service shop.

• ASE certifications from A1–A8 and G1; automotive manufacturer training;
  California BAR Smog certification.
• Experience rebuilding manual or automatic transmissions.
• Sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community‑college students (Assembly Bill 1725; Education Code 87360).

• Submit an online application with the following documents:
  • Application form
  • Current resume
  • Letter of intent addressing minimum and desirable qualifications
  • Scanned copy of official transcripts with required degree(s). Foreign transcripts require certified equivalency.
  • Two current letters of professional reference signed and dated within the last year
• Applications incomplete or missing documents will not be considered.
• Each recruitment is conducted independently; submit separate complete packages for each position applied.
• Applicants may be required to pass a written/technical examination.
• Residency within a reasonable geographic area may be necessary.
• Travel expenses for pre‑employment interviews and processing will not be authorized.

Antelope Valley College does not sponsor visas.

If you require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources Office at .

Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding, and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and equitable consideration for all candidates as required by federal and state laws and regulations.