Automotive Technician & Instructor (TCAT)

We have an opening for an Automotive Technician & Instructor (TCAT) at our TCAT Chattanooga / Chattanooga State campus!

Our Purpose - We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits.

Our Values :

We cultivate a welcome and caring environment.

We care about the well-being of each other.

We instill trust through integrity and transparency.

We encourage fearless innovation and resilience.

We collaborate to build a better future.

Our Mission - We are Chattanooga State, a dedicated team that delivers accessible, innovative learning opportunities that surpass expectations. Together, we enrich the lives of students, and their families; develop a talented workforce; and partner with our community to lead boldly into the future.

General Summary

This is a full-time, 12-month faculty position. Responsibilities include instruction, course and curriculum development, professional development, service to students, and service to the college and community. The faculty member will facilitate classroom instruction; evaluate and monitor student progress; assign grades; provide academic support; maintain attendance and grade records; advise students on academic and career goals; support student retention efforts; and maintain required classroom and office hours.

Essential Functions

• Instruction : As an Automotive Technology Instructor at the TCAT Chattanooga campus, your primary responsibility will be teaching this crucial course. You will facilitate the classroom instructional process, evaluate students, monitor their progress, assign final grades, and maintain attendance and grade records. Additionally, you will counsel and advise students on academic preparation and career goals and work to retain students in the program.
• Develop and maintain a site on the college's Learning Management System (eLearn) platform where class documents (syllabi, classroom information, quizzes, tests, etc.) are stored and available for students to access anytime.
• Develop and maintain the program curriculum. Maintain an active advisory committee that meets twice a year and covers industry and program needs.
• Professional Growth : Remain current within assigned instruction, related occupational areas, and technologies; acquire, maintain, and apply knowledge of current instructional methodologies and materials; attend scheduled college, divisional, professional development, and in-service activities; and participate in the annual faculty evaluation process.
• Service to Students : In addition to teaching, the faculty member is expected to play a vital role in program development. This includes maintaining an up-to-date program and curriculum, maintaining technical skills, and acquiring new technical skills as the industry evolves. You will also be responsible for assisting program graduates with employment opportunities.

Holistic Student Support

Organizational Culture

Teaching Excellence and Program Innovation

Position Requirements

Preferred Requirements :

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Salary : Commensurate with experience and according to the salary guidelines of the Tennessee Board of Regents.

Salary Range : Based on experience

Closing Date : Until Filled

All applicant submissions must include a CV / Resume, References, and Unofficial Transcript attachments.

Open Until Filled : Yes.