TBR | The College System of Tennessee

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

• Familiarity with holistic support for students outside the classroom. These supports include Admissions and Records, Enrollment Service Center, TCAT Student Services, High School Programs, Recruiting and Orientation, Career Services, Student Support Center, Student Conduct, Student Life, Multicultural and International Services, Adult Student Services, and the Center for Access and Disability Services.
• Ensure that services and activities promote accessibility and reflect equity-minded practices.

Organizational Culture

• Provides student- and community-focused support in the Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) Division that aligns with the College’s core values.
• Supports the College’s commitment to creating a welcoming and respectful environment and contributes to the TCAT Division’s efforts to implement effective and thoughtful practices.
• Offers responsive and consistent services and support for students, faculty, and staff.

Teaching Excellence and Program Innovation

• Demonstrate teaching excellence by using evidence-based instructional practices that foster student learning.
• Adapt tests and refine new pedagogical approaches that fit Chattanooga State's campus context.
• Structure student experiences to ensure equity, belongingness, accessibility, and relevance in academic, student life, and co-curricular activities.

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in the Automotive Service Industry, and a graduate of a one-year diploma program or four years' experience as an Automotive technician
• Willing to complete ASE Master Certification within the first year of employment
• Evidence of ability to teach students
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to remain current in  the Automotive Service Industry
• Basic Computer Skills

Preferred Requirements:

• Associate or bachelor's Degree
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Master certification
• Prior teaching experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Computer Skills with Microsoft products
• Maintains a comprehensive grasp of the academic study's particular area(s).
• Exhibits a commitment to promoting academic excellence in students.
• Demonstrates a high level of self-discipline and self-motivation.
• Exudes a positive, supportive, and cooperative disposition toward others.
• Demonstrates punctuality and is detail-oriented with a demonstrated ability to perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences in verbal and written form.
• Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, equity-minded principles and practices related to supporting students.

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.

*Application review will begin 30 days after initial posting date.*