Guilford Technical Community College Jamestown , NC 27282
Posted 2 months ago
Job Title Instructor, Mechatronics Engineering Technology - Advanced Manufacturing Technology (NCFAME employer sponsored) - Adjunct Job Description
Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) is currently the fourth largest of the NC Community College System's 58 institutions. On our six campuses and through our online offerings, we annually serve approximately 27,500 students, 60% of whom are students of color. We strive to offer programs that provide equitable educational outcomes for all students representing all backgrounds, including, but not limited to, ability, age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status. At GTCC, we are committed to cultivating a workplace culture of inclusion that welcomes, develops, supports, and empowers employees. We are looking for an exceptional leader, who shares our institutional mission, vision, and values, to join the instructional team.
Teaching faculty 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, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. He/she will be responsible for quality instruction and for effective participation and interest in the total affairs of the college.
Under general supervision, this individual will develop/revise, prepare, and teach Mechatronics Engineering Technology courses within the NCFAME program, while caring for and maintaining the laboratory facilities. The faculty member must possess the knowledge, skills, and experience to provide effective instruction in advanced manufacturing topics related to mechatronics engineering technology, including electrical and electronics, fluid power, mechanics, motor control, automation, PLCs, instrumentation, or robotics.
Duties/Functions
Teaching
Prepare & teach departmental courses to include:
Professional Development
Maintain a professional status that supports the instructional mission by:
Administration
Provide daily & ongoing oversight of facilities, equipment, and student records to include:
Student Support
Provide an environment conducive to student success to include:
Additional Duties and Responsibilities
Difficult Challenges Contacts Education Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Control Systems Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, or a related field from a regionally accredited institution
Documented industry training in an automation environment
Education Preferred
Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Control Systems Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology, or a related field from a regionally accredited institution
Documented industry training in automation equipment (e.g., Allen Bradley, Siemens, Fanuc)
Siemens Mechatronics and/or Mechatronics Instructor Certifications
Industry-recognized mechatronics certifications
Experience Required
1 year of relevant industry experience in the operation of automated systems including industrial robotic equipment (i.e. Fanuc) and/or with systems integration
Working knowledge in the specific course area being taught
Teaching experience or industry training experience
Experience Preferred
More than 1 year of relevant industry experience in the operation of automated systems including industrial robotic equipment (i.e. Fanuc) and/or with systems integration
Post-secondary or secondary teaching experience
Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes
Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems
KSA Required
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 shall have demonstrated personal and professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The Instructor must be able to:
1.Multi-task
2.Respect Diversity
3.Adapt to changing procedures, protocols, or assignments.
4.Create and maintain a learner-centered environment
5.Communicate effectively
6.Ability to effectively implement and apply technology solutions
KSA Preferred Department/Job Specific Requirements
May include teaching day and evening and on multiple campuses
Teaching schedule may change from semester to semester
The following (compliance) training is required and must be completed within the first 30 days of hire with annual refresher training thereafter: (additional training may be added as needed)
Reporting Requirements
Anti-Discrimination/Harassment & Title IX
Safety/Shooter on Campus
Personal Information Protection Training (PIP)
Ethics and Social Responsibility
eLearning Level One in Canvas before the first day of the first semester teaching
eLearning Level Two in Canvas for instructors who teach online or hybrid delivery methods before the first day of the first semester teaching in that format
Physical Demands
Physical Activity: | Primarily sitting
Environmental Hazard(s): | <15%
Lifting: | <=20lbs.
Criminal history checks with acceptable results, are required.
Posting Type Adjunct Faculty
Guilford Technical Community College