Instructor of Automotive Technology

Instructor of Automotive Technology – Arkansas State University-Beebe (Full‑time, Start August 2026)

Arkansas State University-Beebe, a two‑year residential community college and part of the Arkansas State University System, invites applications for a full‑time Instructor of Automotive Technology. The successful candidate will possess thorough knowledge of the discipline and share it with secondary and post‑secondary students. Core courses taught include Intro to Automotive Technology, Automatic Transmissions, Suspension & Steering, Brakes, and Engine Performance.

• Provide instruction on performing maintenance and light repair of automobiles.
• Provide instruction on conducting regular preventative maintenance including inspection, tire rotation, and oil changes.
• Maintain parts inventory and cleanliness in the shop.
• Collaborate with the repair team to diagnose vehicle problems and plan repairs.
• Perform regular diagnostic tests on automobiles and provide instruction in this area.
• Maintain accurate records of each repair performed and provide instruction.
• Take daily attendance of students and record attendance.
• Record grades and assess student performance.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with industry partners to enhance the curriculum and provide employment opportunities for students.
• Develop and maintain an active advisory committee of relevant local and regional industry professionals.
• Maintain current industry accreditations and explore/implement new accreditations beneficial to the program and students.
• Achieve program recruitment goals to ensure a minimum annual enrollment of at least 40 students.
• Work closely with the Director of the Regional Career Center and Dean of Career Education to achieve recruitment and program goals.
• Assist with fundraising and grant writing for the automotive technology program.
• Create lesson plans and program‑level outcomes and carry them out effectively following the written curriculum.
• Work with students having a wide range of abilities and skill levels.
• Use college technology such as Canvas, Campus Management, and Office 365 appropriately and effectively.
• Maintain a safe learning environment in the lab/shop area.
• Safely operate a forklift.
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
• Maintain partnership with Toyota and develop partnerships with other manufacturers to provide training and certifications for all students.

• Possess an Associate’s Degree in a relevant field or be currently working toward one. 3‑5 years of work‑related experience in automotive technology.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Previous teaching experience preferred.
• ASE certifications G1, A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, L1, and EPA
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$42,425 (minimum) – $52,125 (maximum for Master’s level).

• Stand, Stand frequently
• Walk, Walk regularly
• Sit, Sit regularly
• Use hands – finger, handle, or feel; frequently
• Reach with hands and arms; frequently
• Climb or balance occasionally
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl frequently
• Talk or Hear
• Taste or Smell occasionally
• Physical Exertion – up to 10 lb (regular), up to 25 lb (regular), up to 50 lb (occasionally), up to 100 lb (occasionally).
• Vision:
  Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, focus adjustment.

Arkansas State University‑Beebe provides equal opportunity for employment to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, and strives to achieve full and equal employment opportunity throughout our campuses for faculty and staff.