Adjunct Faculty - Directed Learning Lab

This part-time adjunct instructional faculty position requires:

• A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electrical technology, engineering technology, industrial technology, or a related field, OR
• An associate’s degree in engineering/industrial technology, or related field, with 6-10 years of experience in industrial electrical, fluid power and mechanical maintenance and training.
• Relevant certifications such as Certified Electrical Technician (CET), OSHA safety certifications, and other industry-specific credentials are a plus.
• Collegiate teaching experience is preferred. Candidates must possess strong interpersonal and technology skills with the ability to work in diverse teams.

The primary duty of this position is to work with a team that staffs the Directed Learning Lab (DLL) for the Industrial Technology program. The DLL is an open lab that has a variety of trainers in key industrial maintenance areas: electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical systems and programmable logic control (PLC) which students can visit on their own time to practice and demonstrate technical abilities that complement online portions of courses.

Adjuncts that staff the DLL assist students with equipment setup and technical procedures, and oversee the assessment of technical competency. Therefore, proficiency in electrical theory, electrical systems, AC and DC Drives, PLC programming, motor and motor controls, process control and automation, fluid power (pneumatic and hydraulic components and systems) relay logic and troubleshooting in these areas are required. Familiarity with industry standards, regulations, and codes are a plus.

Patience and adaptability to students of various skill levels is a must.

• Springfield Campus Directed Learning Lab
  
  Hours:
  • Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m.
    
    - 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
    
    - 8 p.m.
  • Saturday: 8 a.m.
    
    - 12 p.m.
• Xenia Directed Learning Lab
  
  Hours:
  • Tuesday-Thursday: 10 a.m.
    
    - 2 p.m.

Adjunct faculty are expected to be progressive in instructional strategies and in their discipline and to be collegial in their relationships with colleagues, staff, and students. Each adjunct faculty member is directly responsible to a departmental/school administrator. Course curricula are provided to instructors in our Blackboard learning management system (LMS). Blackboard certification required for all online instruction. Training will be provided.

$660 per load hour or $33.71 per contact hour.

Successful teaching in a learner-centered environment requires knowledge as well as the ability to design, implement, manage and assess courses taught in a variety of instructional modes. Each adjunct faculty member is required to:

• Demonstrate knowledge and skills in the subject area(s)
• Use instructional and discipline specific technology
• Design courses that effectively meet student and curricular needs
• Accommodate students with varying backgrounds and learning styles
• Develop and use syllabi within College/School guidelines
• Deliver course content successfully
• Participate in the assessment of student learning
• Manage courses such that students receive regular feedback and college reports are submitted in a timely fashion
• Meet all classes or provide alternatives
• Provide external support for students and through cooperation with student services
• Maintain professional relationships with students.

All official offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of background checks required by the College.