Job Details
Helms Career Education is an arm of Goodwill Industries of Middle Georgia and the CSRA that provides educational and training programs to those seeking a hand-up in the career world. The goal, as with all Goodwill programs, is to assist individuals with the skills and resources required to garner and retain competitive employment.
General Summary:
Responsible for the day-to-day activities associated with the Automotive Technician training program. Special functions may include recommending class scheduling, providing information for budget planning, advisement, student recruitment, and registration.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversee departments shared labs, tools, and equipment
- Provides instruction in automotive technology for all assigned students
- Demonstrates the use of appropriate testing and grading procedures, including proper maintenance of grade books and any other appropriate record-keeping requirements
- Demonstrates knowledge of current procedures in automotive technology
- Develops and follows approved curriculum standards and course syllabi
- Monitors student use of supplies, materials, and equipment
- Maintains classrooms and laboratories in accordance with approved classroom and lab management plans
- Participate in the marketing of courses to prospective students
- Assist with course/program evaluation and continuous improvement and resolve quiz disputes when necessary
- Record attendance in the learning management system
- Motivate students to actively participate in all aspects of the educational process
- Review syllabus and learning outcomes on the first night of class
- Provide sufficient time for students to complete course evaluations
- Do not release class early
- Do not leave class unattended
- Respond to student inquiries
- Keep the Program Manager informed of any curriculum or student code of conduct issues
- Be familiar with all emergency procedures posted in the classroom
- Maintain acceptable program quality and satisfaction scores
Education and Experience:
- Associate's Degree or Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Master Technician Certification (A1-A8 plus L1) required.
- Teaching or training experience is required.
- Comfortable with teaching in the classroom and on a distance learning platform
- Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one-time meeting assigned deadlines
- Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, and some weekend assignments
- Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e Microsoft Office suite)