Correctional Automotive Technology Instructor @ Big Muddy

Responsible for teaching courses and labs in the Automotive Technology Certificate program.

Essential Job Functions:

1. In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare or revise guides for courses offered in their division and submit to the appropriate Administrator for review.
2. Teach classes assigned by the Associate Dean and approved by the Dean of Correctional Programs following course outlines approved by the College.
3. In cooperation with other instructors concerned prepare textbook recommendations and submit to the Associate Dean.
4. Submit purchase order requests for instructional materials books required commodities and supplies to Associate Dean for approval.
5. Report attendance and grades as prescribed by the Associate Dean.
6. Attend staff meetings and training required by administrative officers.
7. Be on work site for 37.5 hours per week (30-minute lunch) and follow notification procedures of absences.
8. Arrive at work site prior to beginning of established shift.
9. Arrive at the classroom prior to the scheduled class time.
10. Serve on such committees for the betterment of the College as may be established by the administration and faculty.
11. Assist in registration as needed.
12. 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.
13. Observe support and enforce the regulations policies and programs of the College and inform the Dean of Correctional Programs in writing of any problem that might have a detrimental effect on the College.
14. Conduct oneself in a professional manner.
15. Report any personally observed security violations and assist IDOC in investigations of individuals in custody and/or staff, including completing disciplinary and incident reports.
16. Collect and disseminate all SDS documentation and maintain required inventory of caustics and flammable substances in program areas as prescribed by IDOC.
17. Issue and inventory all tools in program area as prescribed by IDOC, including daily spot checks and complete sight inventories at the beginning and end of day.
18. Maintain up to date Program Service Credit contracts/calendars, program checklists and enrollment documentation for audits.
19. Provide consistent supervision of all correctional students assigned to program area.
20. Assist institutional personnel during emergency situations.
21. Comply with Illinois Department of Corrections regulations and procedures.
22. Observe, support, and enforce student computer usage to authorized instructional activities.
23. Maintain equipment assigned to area and follow IDOC guidelines in the movement and disposal of property.
24. Adhere to IDOC or IDJJ regulations regarding handling of keys and maintaining locked and secured areas.

Education Requirements:

• Associate Degree Preferred.

• Teaching Experience desired. Automotive Technician Experience Required.

• Diagnostic Techniques.

• Must be able to read and understand technical service manuals and perform required operations. Must be able to demonstrate correct shop procedures and diagnostic techniques as well as repair procedures. Must have good communication skills.

• Good Interpersonal Skills.