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Working Title Automotive Technology Instructors
Role Title Automotive Technology Instructors
Role Code
FLSA Exempt
Pay Band UG
Position Number 283A0000
Agency J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Division J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div)
Work Location Multiple Locations
Hiring Range Adjunct faculty are paid based on a per-credit-hour rate. This rate is determined by the assigned rank and the discipline being taught. Assigned rank is based on a combination of education and teaching experience.
Emergency/Essential Personnel No
EEO Category I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time Part Time
Does this position have telework options? Telework options are subject to change based on business needs
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Varies depending on class schedules and school needs.
Sensitive Position No
Job Description
Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.
We are seeking adjunct instructors to teach Automotive Technology.
Part-time adjunct teaching faculty-ranked appointment. Salary commensurate with education and experience of the applicant.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree in Automotive Technology with demonstrated competency in the field.
- Two (2) years of occupational experience; and the ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification.
- The selected candidate must be able to successfully pass the college’s pre-employment security screening.
Additional Considerations
- Considerable teaching experience in a secondary, private or community college’s automotive/diesel setting.
- Demonstrated experience in curriculum development.
- Demonstrated experience with teaching distance education classes.
- Demonstrated ability to incorporate technology routinely into instructional and faculty responsibilities.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with multi-cultural populations that support diversity, cultural understanding and inclusion is preferred.
Operation of a State Vehicle No
Supervises Employees No
Required Travel
Travel among Reynolds campuses and partner sites may be needed.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number ADJ_2929P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies multiple
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date 01/01/2026
Job Close Date 12/31/2026
Open Until Filled No
Agency Website
Contact Name
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
This pool will be utilized on an as-needed basis. Your application will remain active until the position is no longer needed. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
At J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College, we are committed to the success of all students. We believe all students will reach their full potential when we create conditions that allow it and it is our responsibility to do so. We are mindful that equitable outcomes are only achieved through intentional action that eliminates barriers to achievement. Successful candidates for positions, regardless of job duties, must embrace the responsibility to serve all students so that they may succeed and prosper.
Additional Information
Reynolds does not accept employment applications by mail, e-mail or fax.
Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants as requested.
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age (except when age is a bona fide occupational qualification); color; disability; gender identity or expression; genetic information; military service; national origin; political affiliation; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation; race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); religion; sex; sexual orientation; veterans status, or any other non-merit based factor in its employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities.
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest.
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Posting Summary
Working Title Automotive Technology Instructors
Role Title Automotive Technology Instructors
Role Code
FLSA Exempt
Pay Band UG
Position Number 283A0000
Agency J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College
Division J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div)
Work Location Multiple Locations
Hiring Range Adjunct faculty are paid based on a per-credit-hour rate. This rate is determined by the assigned rank and the discipline being taught. Assigned rank is based on a combination of education and teaching experience.
Emergency/Essential Personnel No
EEO Category I-Faculty
Full Time or Part Time Part Time
Does this position have telework options? Telework options are subject to change based on business needs
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Varies depending on class schedules and school needs.
Sensitive Position No
Job Description
Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.
We are seeking adjunct instructors to teach Automotive Technology.
Part-time adjunct teaching faculty-ranked appointment. Salary commensurate with education and experience of the applicant.
Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree in Automotive Technology with demonstrated competency in the field.
- Two (2) years of occupational experience; and the ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification.
- The selected candidate must be able to successfully pass the college’s pre-employment security screening.
Additional Considerations
- Considerable teaching experience in a secondary, private or community college’s automotive/diesel setting.
- Demonstrated experience in curriculum development.
- Demonstrated experience with teaching distance education classes.
- Demonstrated ability to incorporate technology routinely into instructional and faculty responsibilities.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with multi-cultural populations that support diversity, cultural understanding and inclusion is preferred.
Operation of a State Vehicle No
Supervises Employees No
Required Travel
Travel among Reynolds campuses and partner sites may be needed.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number ADJ_2929P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies multiple
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date 01/01/2026
Job Close Date 12/31/2026
Open Until Filled No
Agency Website
Contact Name
Phone Number
Special Instructions to Applicants
This pool will be utilized on an as-needed basis. Your application will remain active until the position is no longer needed. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
At J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College, we are committed to the success of all students. We believe all students will reach their full potential when we create conditions that allow it and it is our responsibility to do so. We are mindful that equitable outcomes are only achieved through intentional action that eliminates barriers to achievement. Successful candidates for positions, regardless of job duties, must embrace the responsibility to serve all students so that they may succeed and prosper.
Additional Information
Reynolds does not accept employment applications by mail, e-mail or fax.
Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants as requested.
J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age (except when age is a bona fide occupational qualification); color; disability; gender identity or expression; genetic information; military service; national origin; political affiliation; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation; race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); religion; sex; sexual orientation; veterans status, or any other non-merit based factor in its employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities.
Background Check Statement Disclaimer
The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of an extensive criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the VCCS such as I-9 and E-Verify requirements. Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest.
EEO Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement
VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Automotive Technology Instructor
Document your ASE certifications for PERM
ASE Master Technician credentials and any manufacturer-specific certifications directly support the PERM labor certification's minimum requirements section. Gather official certificates, transcripts, and employment verification letters before your employer files, since DOL requires documentation that mirrors exactly what the job posting states.
Target community colleges with active PERM history
Public community colleges and technical institutes file PERM petitions more regularly than private training centers because they have dedicated HR and legal teams. Search OFLC's disclosure data for institutions that have sponsored Automotive Technology or CTE instructor roles in the past three years.
Clarify whether EB-2 or EB-3 fits your credentials
Most Automotive Technology Instructor roles qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers requiring a degree plus trade credentials. If you hold a master's degree in education or a related field, ask the sponsoring employer to evaluate EB-2 eligibility with their immigration counsel before PERM is filed.
Use Migrate Mate to find green card sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to filter Automotive Technology Instructor openings by employers with verified green card sponsorship history. This saves you from applying broadly and then learning late in the process that an institution has never filed a PERM petition.
Understand the prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL-certified prevailing wage for your role and location before PERM is filed. Run your job title and ZIP code through the OFLC Wage Search to know what wage level to expect, so salary negotiations don't stall or derail the filing.
Ask your employer about concurrent I-140 and I-485 filing
If your priority date is current when the I-140 is approved, USCIS allows concurrent filing of the I-485 adjustment of status petition, shortening your wait for work authorization. Confirm this option with your employer's immigration attorney as soon as PERM certification is received.
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What green card category covers Automotive Technology Instructor roles?
Most Automotive Technology Instructor positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the role typically requires a combination of a degree in automotive technology or education and professional trade credentials like ASE certification. Candidates who hold an advanced degree in education or a closely related field may qualify under EB-2, but EB-3 is the more common pathway for this occupation.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency, not a temporary work visa. Unlike the H-1B, EB-3 has no annual lottery for most nationalities, so your petition isn't subject to random selection. The tradeoff is a longer total timeline, typically two to four years for applicants without significant backlog waits, because PERM labor certification alone can take six to twelve months before the I-140 is even filed.
Can a community college or vocational school sponsor my green card?
Yes. Public community colleges and technical institutes are among the most active PERM sponsors for CTE and vocational instructor roles. They typically have established HR processes and immigration counsel, and because they hire on academic cycles, they often begin PERM filings well before a position start date. Check whether the institution has filed PERM petitions for similar roles using OFLC's disclosure data before accepting an offer.
Where can I find Automotive Technology Instructor jobs that sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search Automotive Technology Instructor openings filtered by employers with verified employment-based sponsorship history. Because not every institution advertises its willingness to file PERM, searching by sponsorship track record helps you focus your applications on employers who have already navigated the process for similar roles.
Does my priority date matter for EB-3 as an automotive instructor?
Your priority date is the date DOL receives your employer's PERM application. For most countries other than India and China, EB-3 priority dates are current or close to current, meaning your I-485 adjustment of status can be filed shortly after I-140 approval. For applicants born in high-demand countries, check the monthly USCIS Visa Bulletin to understand your actual wait before committing to the process.
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