Part-time Instructor, Applied Industrial Technology

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(775) 445-4237
2201 West College Parkway
Carson City, NV 89703
Job Description
This is a part-time, temporary/seasonal position teaching courses which prepare the student for certification in Advanced Manufacturing disciplines, from entry-level manufacturing operations and technicians to mechatronics.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis to establish an applicant pool. As vacancies occur, they are filled from the pool.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • An Associate's degree or equivalent from a regionally accredited institution of higher education in the specified discipline or a related field. Or, a combination of education and professional experience.
  • One year of experience in the specified discipline or closely related field. Or one year of experience delivering instruction or on-the-job training.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Advanced Manufacturing professional level certifications
  • Instructor certification in SACA, MSi, MSSC or other relevant industry credentialing
  • Experience teaching in a community college setting
  • Experience with distance education/web-teaching modalities
  • Fluency in Spanish
Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Teach assigned courses and be available to students during the contract period.
  • Prepare course syllabi, course outlines (if necessary) and related instructional materials.
  • Maintain student records, including attendance and grades.
  • Administer student evaluations.
  • Participate in orientation and faculty meetings as requested.
  • Participate in student retention activities as requested.
  • Promote college educational programs and services to the communities served by WNC.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of/experience with basic electrical circuits and components; pneumatics and hydraulics; control systems and technologies; PLCs; manufacturing best practices; and automation.
  • Familiarity with SACA, MSSC and MSi certifications
  • Knowledge and ability to use personal computers, applicable software and the Internet.
  • Effective communication skills with students, faculty and other community members.
  • Ability to evaluate, design, and implement curriculum, testing, and/or teaching methodologies.
  • Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues.
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
  • Knowledge of teaching methods, curriculum, and education programs.
  • Teaching and facilitation skills.
  • Classroom management skills.
  • Knowledge of academic and/or vocational education curricula.
  • Knowledge of and ability to apply relevant current education methodologies and techniques.
  • Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
Exempt
Yes
Full-Time Equivalent
15.0%
Required Attachment(s)
  • Resume
  • Unofficial Transcripts
Posting Close Date
Note to Applicant
Newly hired faculty must assure that their official transcript is sent by the degree granting institution(s) to Western Nevada College, Human Resources Office within 30 calendar days from the effective date of employment.
Academic degrees must have been awarded by regionally accredited institutions.
Employment is contingent on the completion of appropriate background verification, which may include criminal history, credit history, sex and violent offender registry, education verification, licensure, and employment history to be administered by the Western Nevada College Human Resources office.
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