Instructor, Mechanical Engineering Technology - Adjunct

Instructor, Mechanical Engineering Technology – Adjunct

Faculty members at Guilford Technical Community College are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, developing curriculum courses, modeling employability skills, demonstrating professionalism, building cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. They will provide quality instruction and participate in the total affairs of the college.

Under the general supervision of the department head, the instructor will prepare and teach Mechanical Engineering Technology courses designed for career‑technical programs. Areas of emphasis include drafting and computer modeling, manufacturing processes, mechanical systems, and testing and inspecting systems.

• Develop learner‑centered lesson plans.
• Employ teaching strategies and instructional materials for different learning styles.
• Incorporate current technology in classroom, distance‑learning, and laboratory environments.
• Create and model a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student population.
• Prepare, distribute, and utilize instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media, and other devices as appropriate.
• Develop, conduct, and document appropriate assessment of student learning outcomes in courses and programs/general education.

• Participate in professional development activities to maintain currency in the field; maintain current credentials or licensure as required by program or accreditation.
• Participate in opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategies.

• Maintain classroom and laboratory spaces, including upkeep of assigned equipment.
• Provide security of facilities, equipment, and instructional materials and maintain safe working conditions.
• Maintain student records (e.g., grades and attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using technology‑based programs such as Colleague, Web Advisor, or Moodle.
• Comply with all applicable college, state, and federal rules and regulations.

• Address student concerns in a timely manner.
• Promote retention and persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success.
• Refer students to campus and community resources when appropriate.
• Demonstrate and model the college’s employability skills: adaptability, communication, information processing, problem‑solving, responsibility, and teamwork.

• Maintain student records.
• Perform all duties as assigned by the supervisor.

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related engineering discipline from a regionally accredited institution.

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related engineering discipline from a regionally accredited institution.

• Three years of relevant industry experience within the last ten years.
• Teaching and/or industry training experience in Mechanical Engineering Technology course content (e.g., drafting and computer modeling, manufacturing processes, mechanical systems, testing, and inspecting systems).
• Experience with engineering computing applications such as AutoCAD, Solid Works, Revit, MATLAB, Rhino, etc.

• Post‑secondary teaching experience.
• Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes.
• Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems.

The instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its “open door” policy. He/she must demonstrate personal and professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The instructor must be able to:

• Multi‑task.
• Respect diversity.
• Adapt to changing procedures, protocols, or assignments.
• Create and maintain a learner‑centered environment.
• Communicate…