Job Details

Institution: College of Marin (COM)
Location: Indian Valley Campus – Novato, California (In-Person)
Position Type: Part-time, temporary, non-guaranteed assignments
Posted: 12/10/2025
Salary: $80,887 – $124,850* (paid per unit at 95% of full-time faculty schedule)
Category: Automotive Tech / Heavy Equipment

*Salary depends on experience, placement on step/column of the faculty schedule, and number of units taught.

Position Overview

• Instructors in the pool may be called to cover temporary or part-time openings.

• Assignments vary in duration; positions are not guaranteed.

• Focus on preparing students for careers in the automotive service and repair industry.

• Emphasis on creating a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for diverse student populations.

Essential Functions

• Deliver effective classroom and lab instruction using appropriate methods and materials

• Prepare, grade, and provide feedback on assignments and exams

• Advise, assist, and evaluate students; maintain office hours

• Participate in program development, planning, curriculum evaluation, and policy development

• Maintain accurate student records and currency in subject matter

• Communicate effectively and professionally in English

• Uphold standards of professional conduct and ethics

Requirements

• Education + Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree + 2 years professional experience OR

  • Associate’s degree + 6 years professional experience OR equivalent combination

• Certifications:

  • ASE Master Automotive Technician with L1

• Equity and Inclusion:

  • Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds

Desirable Qualifications

• Bureau of Automotive Repair Instructor Certification (required for AUTO-239A training)

• State Smog License; Brake, Lamp Inspector/Adjuster licenses

• Auto technician experience (shop management, emissions repair, diagnostics)

• Familiarity with online pedagogy and teaching technologies

• Ability to engage students in active and self-directed learning

Application Requirements

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• At least 3 professional references (current/most recent supervisor, colleague, reference of choice)

• Transcripts of relevant degrees

• ASE Master Automotive Technician with L1 certification

• Statement (max 1 page) describing contributions to equity and support for historically underrepresented students

• Foreign degree evaluations if applicable

Other Notes

• Must complete employment eligibility verification and criminal background check

• TB risk assessment required; medical certificate if new to California academic employment

• Designated Disaster Service Worker; required training and emergency response

• Part-time faculty represented by United Professors of Marin (UPM/AFT 1610)

• Participation in CalSTRS possible

This is a flexible, in-person teaching pool position with strong emphasis on equity, inclusion, and professional competence in automotive technology.