CNC Precision Machining Visiting Lecturer

Position Title CNC Precision Machining Visiting Lecturer

Requisition Number FAC
00519 General Description

The Visiting Lecturer in CNC Precision Machining Technology will support the continued expansion of Community College of Philadelphia's (CCP) workforce-aligned advanced manufacturing programming, housed at the Career and Advanced Technology Center (CATC) in West Philadelphia. This position entails delivering hands-on, competency-based instruction using industry-standard equipment (e.g., Haas CNC mills and lathes), while also enhancing student engagement through experiential and work-based learning opportunities.

This role blends instructional and program development responsibilities and is designed for an industry-experienced professional capable of delivering high-quality training aligned with National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) standards or equivalent frameworks. The Visiting Lecturer will collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners-including employers, K-12 schools, unions, and workforce agencies-to ensure curriculum relevance to regional labor market needs and to strengthen pathways to employment, apprenticeships, and credential attainment.

This full-time, renewable, non-tenure-track faculty appointment reflects the College's commitment to equity, access, and career-connected education. As part of the Academic and Student Success Division, Visiting Lecturers play a critical role in advancing student achievement through inclusive instruction, innovative pedagogy, and meaningful community engagement-particularly within a minority-serving, open-admission institution committed to social and economic mobility.

College Intro

Community College of Philadelphia is an open-admission, predominantly Black institution and a minority-serving institution which provides access to higher education for all who may benefit. CCP's Strategic Plan affirms the College's long-standing commitment to quality, access, affordability and upward mobility while including an emphasis on diversity, equity and inclusion. This plan firmly plants student success at the center of all efforts, establishing the means for each student to achieve their goals.

Teaching faculty are an integral part of the larger Academic and Student Success Division at CCP including Workforce Development or Career Training. The Academic and Student Success Division is a community of learners committed to student success as demonstrated through equitable and measurable outcomes, innovative practices, relevant curriculum, quality learning, and a rewarding student experience. As a minority-serving institution, CCP faculty contribute significantly to our collective efforts to improve student success and eliminate racial equity gaps through the utilization of inclusive and high-quality teaching practices.

Specific Responsibilities

* Deliver in-person instruction in CNC Precision Machining Technology, emphasizing the safe, efficient operation of manual and CNC equipment.

* Translate complex technical concepts into accessible, applied learning for diverse student populations using competency-based education (CBE) frameworks.

* Facilitate student learning through labs, simulations, and project-based assignments aligned with real-world job functions.

* Ensure curriculum continuously aligns with evolving industry standards, including NIMS competencies and employer feedback.

* Develop, revise, and maintain instructional materials, including lesson plans, lab exercises, and assessment tools.

* Incorporate digital manufacturing technologies, including CAD/CAM platforms (e.g., Fusion 360, Mastercam), into course delivery.

* Maintain relevant industry certifications (e.g., NIMS Level I/II) and participate in ongoing professional development.

* Use formative and summative assessments to measure student progress, provide constructive feedback, and inform instructional improvement.

* Mentor students in job readiness, soft skills, and successful transition into employment or apprenticeship programs.

* Employ Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles and culturally responsive pedagogy to promote equity and inclusion in the classroom.

* Participate in course- and program-level outcomes assessment and continuous improvement initiatives.

* Assist in designing, scheduling, and overseeing the CNC program, including course sequencing, lab safety, and instructional resource planning.

* Collaborate with the Director of Advanced Manufacturing and the Workforce Development team to ensure curriculum alignment with employer needs and credentialing bodies.

* Act as a liaison to local employers, industry associations, and apprenticeship programs to create job placement pipelines and work-based learning opportunities.

* Organize and participate in student recruitment efforts, including open houses, school visits, and career exploration events.

* Support enrollment, onboarding, and retention strategies to foster student persistence and success.

* Track program metrics, including…