Teaching Assistant, Automotive

• Location 757 W 800 S,Cedar City, UT, 84720,United States
• Base Pay $18.00 - $20.00 / Hour
• Employee Type PT Non-Exempt

• Phone
• Email wesplin

Essential Functions:

• Prepare and organize materials, tools, and equipment for automotive lab exercises.
• Ensure that the lab area is clean, safe, and fully operational at all times.
• Maintain inventory of automotive tools, supplies and equipment. Inform the instructors when additional resources are needed.
• Perform minor repairs on lab equipment when necessary.
• Promote a safe and effective learning environment for students in conjunction with faculty and staff.
• Assist students during lab activities by answering questions, demonstrating techniques, and providing guidance under the supervision of the instructor.
• Ensure that all safety protocols are followed by students during lab activities.
• Help students troubleshoot common issues with Canvas/Cengage systems during digital and hands‑on training.
• Works collaboratively with other department personnel to meet the College program and accreditation standards and requirements.
• Works within the assigned program budget.
• Orient new students to classroom facilities, technology, and program/classroom performance and behavior expectations, procedures, and safety.
• Promotes job readiness, encourages professionalism, and good work habits.
• Other Duties as Assigned

Qualifications:

To perform at a proficient level and to be fully qualified, a person would be expected to have:

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent Required.
• Certifications: ASE Certs preferred.
• Experience: Must be currently in the STECH automotive program or have documentable automotive work experience.
• Background Check: Must be able to pass a background check.
• Probationary Period: Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of a six (6) month probationary period.

Institution: Southwest Technical College

Position: Automotive Teaching Assistant

Reports To: Director of Transportation & Faculty Lead

Job Summary:

Supports the College Mission to serve students, employers, and the College community. Provides leadership, quality education, and job skill training in a safe, clean, positive, and productive learning environment. Participate collaboratively and professionally with students, faculty, staff, and college partners to promote the general well‑being of the department and the college.

Conventional Educational Environment. In some programs, employees may occasionally be exposed to cleaning chemicals and the hazards associated with the respective industry equipment.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees being assigned to this classification; they are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.