Instructor, Advanced Manufacturing

Position Number:

SE

Position Title:

Instructor, Advanced Manufacturing

Job Type:

Staff

FT/PT:

Full-Time

Employee Class

Description:

P1-Staff exempt

General Position

Description:

FL Job Growth Semiconductor Grant

Flexible Work Arrangement:

Fully On-site:
Employee performs all of their job duties at a Valencia College location, with flexibility in the work schedule, if appropriate.

Grade:

A103

Exemption Status:

Exempt

Posting Number:

S3697P

Location(s):

Kissimmee, FL 34744 - Osceola Campus

Proposed

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday: 7:00am – 3:30pm;
Occasional evenings and weekends as needed.

Number of Vacancies :

1

Posting

Start Date:

01/15/2026

Posting End Date:

01/22/2026

Open Until Filled:

No

Temporary Position (Temp or Grant Funded) Details:

This is a grant-funded position with a tentative end date of June 30, 2028.

Salary Range:

$55,118 per year

Description of Job Function:

1. Engages in building a positive and impactful student experience by creating a learning environment that is inclusive, engaging, safe, supportive, and effective in preparing students for the workforce.

Description of Job Function:

2. Contributes to the curriculum development process by developing, evaluating, and refining curriculum to meet industry needs.

Description of Job Function:

3. Supports incumbent training for partners by offering training solutions, developing training materials, and providing instruction.

Description of Job Function:

4. Effectively delivers content to students via dynamic instruction including hands-on skills training. Ensures the proper balance of theory and relevant hands‑on activities to support mastery of skills.

Description of Job Function:

5. Provides students timely and constructive feedback on their progress including evaluation of their mastery of the course content and career applications.

Description of Job Function:

6. Manages student behavior, and engages in intervention strategies aimed at student development, retention and engagement.

Description of Job Function:

7. Consistently remains available to students for instructional support outside of the classroom.

Description of Job Function:

8. Communicates effectively with program leadership regarding student achievements, concerns, and/or issues.

Description of Job Function:

9. Engages in professional development/growth, in fulfillment of annual performance plans, and as required for certification. Stays current on industry trends by networking with employer partners, collaborating with other colleagues, and participating on advisory boards.

Description of Job Function:

10. Partners with the Recruiting and Job Placement Team (RJP) on recruiting and placement activities, developing relationships with new hiring partners, and seeking internship/employment opportunities.

Description of Job Function:

11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Drivers License Requirement:

REQUIRED:

Must possess valid Florida Driver’s License. Employee will be required to operate a college vehicle, including but not limited to on and between campuses and in the local community, in order to perform the essential job functions.

Required Minimum Education:

Associate’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution, or any equivalent combination of related education, training, and/or experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Field of Study:

Education or training in or related to the specific field of instruction/courses taught.

Other

Required Qualifications:

Industry credentials/certifications or training directly related to the accelerated skill courses taught.

Work or field experience directly related to the accelerated skill courses taught.

• Safety oriented semiconductor optics instruction experience
• Experience in curriculum development; ability to create lesson plans to meet the needs of a diverse student population
• Semiconductor and Optics Fabrication and Optical Assembly Experience
• Photonics and Laser Safety Experience

Preferred Type of

Experience:

Instructional experience in an accelerated skills training or related vocational field.

Experience with creating and deploying student engagement and retention strategies.

• CNC machine operation
• Microchip…