Wind Energy Technology Instructor

Are you someone who strives for excellence, values accountability, provides the best service, all while reflecting unwavering integrity? Our talented team members across the state follow the behaviors, beliefs and outcomes of these core values to ensure that our vision is met.

Job Description TSTC faculty deliver approved curriculum, content, and assessments in an applied learning environment. Responsibilities include facilitation of activities and discussions that engage a range of learning styles with targeted guidance and mentorship to students. Faculty will also interpret and administer assessments, and offer constructive feedback to support student growth and learning outcomes. A key part of the role is to integrate technology effectively to enrich the educational experiences.

Faculty act as ambassadors for their programs and TSTC. Salary commensurate with experience. This position is anticipated for Spring/Summer 2027. Faculty will demonstrate TSTC Core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students and members of the community.

Prepare and deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students. Develop appropriate course syllabi and instructional plans, and organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative/innovative techniques.

Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student records, maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety, equipment security where applicable, and ensure opportunities for student/participant evaluation.

Performs student advisement such that students are provided with timely, accurate, and comprehensive information. Collaborate with the Office of Student Success to ensure students receive current information on tutoring and other programs designed to increase retention.

Participate in related tours and recruitment events. Assist in department/program planning for recruitment.

Demonstrates a willingness to be of service and exhibits pleasant and courteous behavior toward customers (students, parents, employers, and media), organizational coworkers, and other general public contacts. Maintains flexibility, including availability for evening, weekend, or summer assignment, as appropriate; able to work effectively in a team environment; commitment to the mission, vision and values of the college.

The core competencies for direct instructional delivery in an applied learning environment can be condensed into a few overarching categories:

• TEACHING & LEARNING
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  Deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students. Organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative/innovative techniques. Tailor teaching methods to diverse learning styles and needs.
• MENTORSHIP & COACHING
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  Understanding and empathizing with student experiences. Providing personalized guidance and support. Articulating ideas clearly and fostering open communication.
• ASSESSMENT & FEEDBACK
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  Creating and utilizing assessments to provide constructive feedback and guide learning. Continually evaluating and improving teaching strategies.
• TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION
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  Effectively using technology to enhance learning experiences.

• Verifiable work experience as a Wind technician
• Ability to explain and demonstrate knowledge of the following:
  • Fundamentals of direct current and related circuits
  • Ohm's law and related formulas
  • Circuit analysis techniques
  • Wind farm design strategies
  • Safety at height
  • Basic fluid operation and fluid power schematics
  • Fundamentals of alternating current
  • Series and parallel AC components
  • Working knowledge of digital electronics, logic gates, and numbering systems
  • Wind turbine components and systems
  • SCADA systems
  • Working knowledge of PLCs
  • Application of motors, controllers, and sensors in wind turbine circuits
  • Troubleshooting electrical and hydraulic systems
  • Rigging
• Preferred Skills, knowledge, and certifications or licenses
  • Implementation of Kirchhoff's laws, Faraday's Law and Joules law
  • OSHA 10 general industry training (or above)
  • Wind Turbine PLC programming
  • Working knowledge electricity production and transmission from turbine to grid
  • Wind turbine maintenance, torquing and tensioning
  • Working knowledge of solar production
  • Industrial battery storage experience

• Associate degree in a…