Trinity Valley Community College

Human Resources   

100 Cardinal Drive    

 Athens, TX  75751

903-670-2659          Fax:  903-675-6248

TITLE:  Auto Mechanics Instructor

LOCATION:  Texas Department of Criminal Justice – Coffield Unit

SALARY:  Per TVCC salary schedule

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  November 12, 2009 or until filled.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Higher education certificate and specialized training in teaching field required.  Associate degree preferred.  Industrial certification required.  Minimum of three (3) years of direct or related work experience in the field of auto-mechanics.  Teaching experience and correctional education experience preferred.

DUTIES:  Teach assigned classes according to approved course syllabi and minimum competencies.  Arrive on time for classes or notify the Dean of Correctional Education as early as possible of an inability to meet a class.  Schedule, post, and keep work hours as required by College policy.  Keep class record books, keys, lesson assignments, and other necessary materials or equipment available for substitute instructors.  Assist with counseling, recruitment and registration of students.  Submit all required student grade reports to the registrar’s office on schedule.  Maintain accurate attendance records for all classes.  Attend all faculty meetings, commencements, and other special meetings called by the Dean of Correctional Education, Vice President of Instruction or the President.  Keep the administration informed regarding matters affecting the welfare of students, faculty, and the institution.  Serve as members of committees when feasible.  Recommend the purchase of textbooks and instructional materials.  Other duties as assigned by appropriate supervisory personnel.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Within the general range of an office or classroom environment.

TO APPLY:  Submit TVCC application, resume, and transcripts of all college work to Human Resources, 100 Cardinal Drive, Athens, TX 75751.  All documentation must be received on or before the application deadline.  Applications will be reviewed after the application deadline and selected applicants will be contacted for interviews.  All TVCC positions are security sensitive and require a criminal background check.

 Note:  The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires we employ only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S.  New employees must present documents verifying identity and right to accept employment (see Form I 9). 

No one will be placed on the College payroll until all employment procedures are fully satisfied.  Information contained on this vacancy announcement is subject to correction as a result of typographical error, omission, or changes resulting from institutional restructuring and/or funding. 

Trinity Valley Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution which provides educational and employment opportunities on the basis of merit and without discrimination or harassment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.