Engineering Instructor

Engineering Instructor

Employer

Catawba Valley Community College
2550 Highway 70 SE
Hickory, NC 28602
Phone: 828-327-7000

Job Location

Hickory, NC

Salary/Grade

Depends on qualifications

Benefits

Full benefits, including medical, supplemental insurance, and vacation

Job Category

  • Instructional (Faculty)

Application Period

Opens: Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Closes: Sunday, October 31, 2021

Target Start Date

Monday, August 16, 2021

Expected Work Hours

Hours vary; typically M-F

Employment Type

Full-time, 12-month

Minimum Qualifications

Degree Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a closely related program. Degree must be from an accredited institution.
 
Experience Requirements:
3-5 years industry experience with an emphasis in engineering.  Strong CAD and 3D printing experience preferred. Experience in instruction/training preferred. Experience teaching college-level Engineering is strongly preferred.  
 

Experience with using instructional technology is required.  Experience teaching in both high school and college environments is a plus.  Diversity of experience in teaching courses within the Engineering discipline is a plus.

 

Knowledge of:

  • Classroom instructional techniques and proce­dures.
  • Principles and procedures of academic and instructional program development and administration in the area of assignment.
  • Current trends, research, and development in the area of assignment.
  • Principles and procedures of record keeping.
  • Principles and techniques involved in curriculum and course development.
  • Principles and techniques involved in test development.
  • Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regu­lations, as appropriate.

Ability to:

  • Participate in instructional programs suited to the community.
  • Prepare lesson plans and schedule classroom activities.
  • Participate in curriculum development.
  • Create effective instruction for delivery in both online and physical classrooms while maintaining compliance with ADA standards.
  • Interpret and apply college goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Interpret and apply federal, state, and local policies, proce­dures, laws, and regulations.
  • Work effectively in diverse teams, both within assigned department and cross-functionally across the college.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Preferred Qualifications

See minimum qualifications

Position Description

Provide effective instruction to students online and/or in the classroom by preparing for each learning experience, providing supplemental materials to enhance textbooks and lessons, and using effective evaluation methods to determine student performance.

Provide technical instruction in mechanical subjects including blueprint reading, 2D and 3D CAD, 3D printing, mechanisms, and engineering materials. 

Develop course materials and hands-on training exercises. Evaluate, specify, install, and maintain training equipment.

If the discipline involves laboratory instruction, demonstrate, endorse, and enforce student adherence to laboratory safety protocols.
 
 Support student learning outside of the classroom by holding regular office hours, providing information about additional resources outside of class, and responding to emails and phone calls in a timely manner so as to promote student success.
 
 Support curriculum development by participating in the creation and evaluation of courses, curriculum, and programs; participating in program advisory committees; attending departmental, school-wide, and college-wide meetings; and serving as backup for other faculty members.
 
 Promote the success of the college by participating in standing and/or ad hoc committees and following college professional and ethical guidelines.

Actively participate in student recruitment and retention efforts.

 Maintain teaching and work environment including equipment and supplies, overall cleanliness, functionality, and conformance to OSHA standards to provide a safe work environment.
 
 Stay current in Engineering and teaching methodology by meeting or exceeding all institutional professional development guidelines, participating in professional development workshops and seminars, and participating in professional organizations and reading journals in the teaching and Engineering disciplines.
 
 Maintain accurate records such as attendance, grades, information for accreditation, and other important data and submit reports according to college policies.

Assist with student advising. 

Communicate clearly, conscientiously, professionally, and in a caring manner with students and colleagues.

Participate in the orientation of new part-time and/or full-time faculty members, as needed to insure program consistency.

Perform other duties as assigned.

How to Apply

Please visit the posting to apply. 

Job Post Contact

Roger Irvin
Human Resources Director
Catawba Valley Community College
2550 Highway 70 SE
Hickory, NC 28602-8302
Phone:  (828) 327-7000 Ext. 4277
Fax:  (828) 624-5246
Email:  rirvin@cvcc.edu