Job Details

Institution: Indiana Wesleyan University – Vocational School
Location: Online / Remote
Position Type: Adjunct / Part-Time
Posted: 12/11/2025
Application Due: 02/28/2026
Category: Automotive Tech / Heavy Equipment

Position Overview

• Teach online undergraduate candidates in automotive technology.

• Focus on proper automobile systems repair and maintenance based on ASE Foundation Standards.

• Prepare students for ASE Entry Level Exams and support their transition to full-time apprenticeships.

• Weekly academic instruction and guidance for adult learners who may be working full-time in the field.

Qualifications

• Education / Experience:

  • Current or former ASE Mechanic, or 3000+ hours of hands-on experience as an automotive technician or auto mechanic.

  • Prior experience as an instructor or lead technician is preferred.

• Technical / Teaching Skills:

  • Proficiency with online meeting software (e.g., Microsoft Teams) and learning management systems (e.g., Brightspace).

  • Ability to hold night office hours to support working students.

  • Knowledge of modern independent repair facilities or dealership operations, including work ticket processes and hourly rating systems.

  • Familiarity with modern diagnostic technology.

  • Demonstrated ability to teach adult learners and higher education experience.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

Commitment to Diversity

• IWU emphasizes Kingdom Diversity: fostering respect, honor, and dignity for all members.

• The university encourages engagement across visible and invisible differences, reflecting its Christian mission.

Employment Notes

• As a religious institution, IWU may prefer employees based on religion in accordance with 42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2.

• Position is remote and part-time, focusing on instruction, mentoring, and student support.

• IWU is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer, compliant with federal laws including Title VII, Title IX, and Section 504, while retaining religious exemptions.

• Employees may be asked to perform additional duties in compliance with supervisor requests and applicable law.

• Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities, provided they do not impose undue hardship on the university.

This position is unique among the automotive faculty roles you’ve shared because it is fully online, part-time, adult-focused, and aligned with a Christian educational mission, rather than in-person or public-community-college based.