Instructor, Precision Machining

Instructor, Precision Machining – Texas State Technical College

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What We Offer You

• More than just a job but the start of a rewarding and fulfilling career
• Supportive environment where employee growth and success are promoted and celebrated
• Paid vacation, sick time & paid holidays, including an extended holiday break
• You will enjoy the stability of the State of Texas’ comprehensive health and retirement benefits, competitive wages, State of Texas employee discounts, and much, much more. Follow the links below for additional details.

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. Faculty will demonstrate TSTC Core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students and members of the community.

Instructional Delivery

• 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.

Instructional Management

• 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.

Student Retention and Placement

• Perform 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.

Program Recruitment & Promotion

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

Teamwork & Service

• Demonstrate a willingness to be of service and exhibit pleasant and courteous behavior toward customers (students, parents, employers, and media), organizational coworkers, and other general public contacts.
• Maintain 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.

Other Duties as Assigned

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

Teaching & Learning

• 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

• Understand and empathize with student experiences.
• Provide personalized guidance and support.
• Articulate ideas clearly and foster open communication.

Assessment & Feedback

• Create and utilize assessments to provide constructive feedback and guide learning.
• Continually evaluate and improve teaching strategies.

Technology Integration

• Effectively use technology to enhance learning experiences.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Certifications or Licenses

• Verifiable work experience in a related industrial field with specific experience in operating and programming machining systems
• Manual Machining lathe/milling/grinding
• CNC Manual programming
• Computer Numerical Control (CNC)
• CAD/CAM
• Quality Control (CMM machines)
• Manufacturing/Tooling

Preferred Skills, Knowledge, and Certifications or Licenses

• CNC certs from HAAS or DMG/Mori
• Proficiency in Mastercam, Fusion
  360 or Solidworks
• NIMS/NTMA certifications.

Education and Experience

• Associate degree in a closely related field and demonstrated…