Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board. Associate degree or trade school certification

with several years of hands-on automotive repair experience. Possess or be a candidate for ASE

certifications. Must pass criminal background checks.

Job Summary:

Automotive technology involves teaching sequential, content-increasing courses in the eight

ASE certification areas: engine fundamentals, engine performance systems, brake systems,

steering and suspension systems including wheel alignment, automatic transmissions, manual

transmissions and other drive train components, heating and air conditioning systems, and

electric and electronic control systems.

Instructors are employed by the Carbon County Higher Education Center to teach

trades classes to high school students. Classes must conform to the curriculum, standards and

benchmarks and common assessments of Carbon County School District #1. Courses taught for

college credit must be taught to the content and standards for Western Wyoming Community

College courses.

 

Essential functions- Planning and Preparations:

1. Demonstrate broad knowledge content of all subject areas with specific knowledge in

automotive repair.

2. Enable student to meet or exceed standards by use of effective teaching techniques,

materials, and integration of technology.

3. Make safety a top priority and enforce all safety protocols.

4. Develop and implement strategies for instruction with special attention to hands-on

problem-solving.

5. Teach accurate up to date information.

6. Communicate standards and benchmarks to students routinely and provide

appropriate and timely feedback to students regarding their work.

7. Use effective and age-appropriate techniques which promote students

personal/social adjustment, positive peer relations, and decision-making skills.

 

Classroom Environment:

1. Create an environment of respect and rapport in the classroom between teacher and

students and students to their peers.

2. Establish a culture of learning by conveying the value of the content and the importance

of pride in work and by maintaining high expectations for learning for all students.

3. Manage productive and appropriate grouping of students in a classroom, where the uses

of materials and time allow for smooth transition from one activity to another.

4. Establish clear standards of conduct, monitor student's behavior, and respond

appropriately.

5. Give directions and instructions that are clear to all students in both written and oral

language that is grade appropriate.

6. Engage students in learning by linking content to student experiences, allow activities for

students' exploration of content, and use appropriate grouping for exploration.

7. Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness by adjusting lessons to accommodate student

needs and use effective approaches to help students who are having difficulty learning.

 

Professional Responsibilities:

1. Assess current lessons for effectiveness.

2. Maintain accurate records showing students' completion of assignments, progress in

learning, and non-instructional information.

3. Communicate concerns and student successes with colleagues, parents, and students in a

positive, timely manner.

4. Identify and evaluate all student needs on a continual basis through data analysis.

5. Support and assist, as appropriate, the administration in the implementation of policies,

school improvement goals, vision, mission, and procedures of CCHEC.

6. Attend and constructively participate in staff meetings.

7. Assume professional responsibility, for the organization, management, and progress of

students under his/her authority.

8. Participate in opportunities for professional development.

9. Show professionalism by demonstrating a commitment to professional standards in

problem-solving and ecision making and by serving as an advocate for students.

10. Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly teaching shop.

11. Accept other duties as assigned by Director which are aligned to CCHEC Policy.

     

Expectations:

1. Maintain a positive attitude that supports the mission of CCHEC.

2. Maintain a positive and supportive relationship with all people in the workplace.

3. Teach adult evening classes as assigned (additional compensation).

4. Possess knowledge of group dynamics and interpersonal skills.

5. Possess knowledge of physiological, psychological, emotional, and educational

behavioral development of children.

6. Possess appropriate classroom management and discipline skills.

7. Possess technological and computer knowledge and skills as necessary.

8. Possess ability to solve problems.

    

Physical Demands - Working with students directly and indirectly and when delivering

instruction to students, the following physical and environmental demands need to be

considered:

1. Prolonged sitting or standing.

2. Able to pick up equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.