Adjunct Instructor of Mechatronics Engineering Technology

Adjunct Instructor of Mechatronics Engineering Technology

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Graham, NC

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

Division

Applied Engineering, Agriculture & Skilled Trades

Department

Mechatronics Engineering Technology

Opening Date

10/30/2023

Closing Date

Continuous

* Description

* Benefits

Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Seeking qualified, part-time candidates to teach courses in the Mechatronics Engineering Technology/Industrial Systems Department. Adjunct faculty are focused on student success and support the college's mission by facilitating student learning in and outside of the classroom through high-quality instruction and academic support.

Example of Duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.

* Providing appropriate and effective instruction.

* Providing relevant learning opportunities that promote student engagement and retention.

* Staying current in their field and in teaching methodology.

* Creating meaningful assessments and evaluating student work according to departmental standards.

* Maintaining accurate student records, including course attendance to enhance retention and success.

* Being available for students during office or lab hours for assistance.

* Providing regular grade updates through Moodle gradebook

* Providing students with current information regarding career opportunities, as appropriate.

* Being informed about College services and support for students.

* Maintains safety and facility standards within laboratory spaces.

* Maintains licensure /certifications and through professional development activities stays well-informed of advancements and changes within the field of Mechatronics Engineering.

Typical Qualifications

Required:

* Associate Degree from a regionally accredited institution in a related discipline or demonstrated competencies in teaching specific Mechatronics ndustrial Systems courses.

* Able to manually demonstrate Mechatronics/Industrial Systems practical skills, and teach all Mechatronics/Industrial Systems topics.

* Dresses professionally and arrives on time for classes.

* Demonstrated ability to build relationships within an education setting; plan, organize, and implement programs and services; and provide tracking and assessment to ensure quality, required

* Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral).

Preferred:

* Knowledge of mechanical systems, and hydraulics/pneumatic systems, electrical/electronic concepts and fundamentals, industrial robots, and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).

* Post-secondary teaching experience, preferably in a community college environment.

* Minimum of two years of industry experience .

* Minimum of 2 years teaching experience in a community college setting

* Ability to communicate effectively with the Department Head, co-workers and students.

* Understanding and commitment to the mission and principles of community colleges.

Supplemental Information

An ACC on-line application MUST be fully completed for consideration, which includes a required letter of interest (teaching philosophy) and transcript attachment. Resume attachments are welcome but will not be accepted in lieu of a complete application. Unofficial transcripts MUST be scanned and attached in order to be considered for this position!

For faculty positions, all relevant full- and part-time teaching experience, including start and end dates of employment, should be included on the application. Also, all relevant full- and part-time work experience related to the teaching discipline should be included on the application, including start and end dates.

Alamance Community College provides a wide variety of benefits available to full time employees (this does not include full time temporary positions). These benefits include:
North Carolina State Health Plan for Teachers and State Employees, dental, vision, life insurance, optional life and disability insurance plans, flexible spending account for health care/dependent care, NC State Retirement, and a deferred compensation program (401K, 457, 529). Alamance Community College also offers leave based on years of service (vacation, sick, FMLA, military, community service, personal observance) in addition to paid holidays and longevity pay.

The College also provides up to eight weeks of paid parental leave to qualifying employees. ACC houses an on-site child care center operated by Life Span, Inc.

ACC is engaging in a three-year strategic plan called ACC Forward that involves, among other priorities, a focus on ehnancing employee resources including those related to mental and physical health and wellness.