Adjunct Instructor (TEMPORARY) - Automotive Collision Repair

Adjunct Instructor (TEMPORARY) - Automotive Collision Repair

Posting Number: F01365
Location: Contra Costa College
Salary:

Description of Position:
The Automotive Department at Contra Costa Community College is accepting applications for an Adjunct Faculty (part time). This is a temporary assignment that begins in Spring 2027.Part-time instructors for one or more of the following courses:Introduction to Automotive Collision Repair Technology (lab and lecture), Introduction to Painting and Refinishing Technology (lab and lecture), Introduction to Damage Report Writing, Automotive Steering and Suspension Systems and Headlamp Aiming, Advanced Automotive Collision Repair, Advanced Automotive Painting and Refinishing, Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning.Please note: The Collision Repair program at Contra Costa College is structured around I-CAR curriculum. Instructors must possess I-CAR certifications for the classes they are going to teach.Optional (any department-specific info that you would like to add): The teaching assignment will mainly include transfer-level composition as well as supporting the department and college in incorporating a culturally responsive curriculum. The assignment may also include working with learning communities that support African American students, Latinx students, or other groups.The student population of Contra Costa College (CCC) reflects its surrounding diverse communities. CCC is a proud Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) and serves predominantly historically disadvantaged and under-represented student groups including African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, and Latinx students. CCC is situated in a socioeconomically diverse, resilient, and culturally vibrant community. We seek candidates who embrace our community, our student population, and our central work: strengthening West County by meeting our students where they are and helping them get to where they want to be.We seek candidates who operate with a growth mindset, a strength-based approach centered on students, and a commitment to equity, especially concerning the elimination of barriers to college access, success, and completion. The ideal candidate will be eager to help construct and maintain a culture of continuous improvement in instructional effectiveness.

Inquiries:
Laura Lozano, Automotive Department Chairllozano@contracosta.edu

Position Status: Temporary
EEO Job Category: Faculty & Other Instructional Staff
Employee Group: Part-Time Faculty
Department: C8046-Automotive Svcs/Appliance Rep.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Adjunct Faculty duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
1. providing instruction in accordance with established curriculum, course outlines and class schedules;
2. creating and maintaining an environment which emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of ideas and critical thinking;
3. evaluating progress of students concerning educational matters and grades student work;
4. meeting with students outside of class;
5. maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics;
6. maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter areas;
7. fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member;
8. maintaining accurate academic records;
9. performing other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience:
Understanding of and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, staff and faculty.EDUCATIONNote: Degrees must be from an accredited college/university. Transcripts must show degree(s) conferred.Any bachelor's degree or higher and 2 years of professional experienceORAny associate degree and 6 years of professional experience.The professional experience required must be directly related to the faculty member's teaching assignment.EQUIVALENCYIf you believe that you meet the minimum qualifications via equivalency, please fill out the Equivalency Petition in the application packet.

Desirable Qualifications:
Ideal candidates will possess extraordinary interpersonal skills, leadership qualities, a passion for teaching, and the ability to effectively communicate with students to help them achieve their educational goals.

• I-CAR Platinum Level Certification.
• OEM Certifications.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Master Certification
• Experience mentoring new technicians
• Ability to teach students from varying socio-economically and culturally diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated skills in collaborative teamwork with male and female colleagues modeling inclusivity.

Job Open Date: 10/16/2026
Job Close Date: 11/15/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Employment Begins: January 2027
# of Months: 5

To apply, visit: https://www.4cdcareers.net/postings/12419

The Contra Costa Community College District does not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, sex, or sexual orientation. This prohibition against unlawful discrimination extends to any person who is perceived to have any of the above characteristics or who is associated with someone who has, or who is perceived to have, any of those characteristics.









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