Automotive Technology Instructor

Salary : $43,078.00 - $49,704.00 Annually
Location : Main Campus - Mattoon, Illinois
Job Type: Faculty
Job Number:
Division: Academic Services
Department: Technology General
Opening Date: 03/06/2026
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Lake Land College Faculty Association

Description

Responsible for teaching courses and labs in the Automotive Technology Associate in Applied Science degree program offered by the College.
Description of Essential Functions (critical tasks)

Essential Job Functions:

Teach classes assigned by the Division Chair and approved by the Vice President following course outlines approved by the College.

In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare or revise guides for courses offered in their division and submit to the Division Chair or appropriate Administrator for review.

In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare textbook recommendations and submit to the Division Chair for review.

File with the librarian a bibliography of library books to be used in each course.

Prepare for the annual budget requests for instructional equipment and materials including maps books audio-visual aids and other supplies and submit these requests to the Division Chair for recommendation.

Prepare requests for the purchase of new library books and materials as needed and submit these requests to the Division Chair for review.

Report attendance and grades as prescribed by the Director of Admission Services.

Attend division meetings called by the Division Chair and faculty meetings called by the administrative officers.

Arrive at the classroom prior to the scheduled class time.

Cooperate in the promotion of extra curricular activities by accepting reasonable assignments and encouraging student participation.

Serve on such committees for the betterment of the College as may be established by the administration and faculty.

Assist in registration as needed.

Consider the general and special needs of the student.

Assist students in meeting needs or solving problems when necessary seek additional help from other college services.

Observe support and enforce the regulations policies and programs of the College and inform the President in writing of any problem that might have a detrimental effect on the College.

Conduct oneself in a professional manner.

Notify the appropriate Administrator well in advance of absences.

Advise students assigned by student services.

Demonstrate commitment to the teaching/learning process.

Focus upon student retention and success.

Use a variety of methods and teaching strategies that reflect the different learning styles and needs of students.

Show an understanding of the community college philosophy including its unique ties to the workforce and its district.

Work as a member of a team.

Participate in development activities and maintain current perspectives in class presentations.

Specific Functional Job Requirements

Education Requirements:

• Minimum of an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Automotive Technology and ASE Master Technician certified.

Experience Requirements:

• 3 - 5 years recent industrial experience required. Teaching experience is desired.

Knowledge:

• Must be able to perform, develop and interpret diagnostic procedures using current technology. Must possess a strong understanding of mechanical and electrical functions of current automobiles, including gasoline, diesel, and EV vehicles. Must be able to research automotive problems using electronic service information.

Skills:

• Good command of the English language, computer literate.

Personal Requirements:

• Versatility, positive attitude and enthusiasm.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS SUMMARY

FACULTY

(For specific details, please refer to summary plan documents and/or the faculty contract.)
Sick Hours
Full-time faculty employees earn 88 hours of sick time per academic year. If a faculty employee works during the summer, an additional 16 hours will be given. Hours are received at the beginning of each academic year. Sick time can be taken in hourly increments. Academic Support faculty receive 112 hours of sick leave per year, loaded monthly.
Personal Hours
Full-time faculty earn 24 hours of personal time each academic year. For employees who begin in the middle of an academic year, hours will be prorated. Personal time can be used in half-day increments (Forty-hour work week employees may use in hourly increments). Any unused personal time will be transferred to sick leave at the end of the academic year (August 31).
Vacation Hours-(Academic Support Faculty Only)
Academic Support Faculty will receive 20 days of vacation per year. This will be loaded at a rate of 13.34 hours per month.
Tuition Waiver
Lake Land College offers tuition waivers for credit courses to current full-time employees, employee's spouse or civil union partner, and their unmarried dependents under age 23. Any fees associated with the classes are the responsibility of the employee.
Tuition Reimbursement
Full-time employees are entitled to a tuition reimbursement of $200 per credit hour with a maximum of…