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Position Information
Position Title
Part-Time Instructor Apprenticeship Sheet Metal (POOL)
Classification Title
Part Time Instructor
Hourly rate, Stipend, or Load Unit
$752 per load unit
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Open Until Filled Notes
POOL - Open for the 2025-26 academic year
Position Type/Employee Class
Part-Time Instructor
Instructor Status
This is a part-time instructor position, non-represented and non-benefited.
Overtime Eligible
Non-Exempt
FLSA Status
Learned Professional
Campus Location
Bend, Redmond
Primary Purpose
The Part-Time Instructor Trades Apprenticeship provides instruction in apprenticeship trades courses, directs student discussion, and evaluates student performance in the classroom.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in apprenticeship trades courses in classroom, remote, or online delivery mode using established course outcomes. This includes lecturing and guiding in class writing activities, providing individual conference time to guide and evaluate student progress. Teaching assignments may include courses taught during the day and/or evening, classes taught on any of the four campuses COCC serves, by interactive video chat technology.
• Attend regular trainings as scheduled by the department or College.
• Perform other essential duties and tasks specific to each location, as assigned.

Department Specific

• Cooperate with any BOLI Approved Standards and Joint Apprenticeship Training Committees (JATC).
• Provide student assistance in conjunction with JATC employers, JATC administrator, or COCC Apprenticeship coordinator.
• Effectively instruct all content using interactive, hands-on teaching methods.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.

• Thorough knowledge of field of subject taught based on education and/or experience in the field.
• Knowledge of teaching and instruction of various audiences and group dynamics.
• Visual ability, corrected, to enable instructor to observe, direct, and supervise students in classroom situations.
• Ability to operate or oversee the operation of computers, video chat technology (e.g. Zoom) and familiarity with or willingness to learn the learning management system (LMS) used at COCC.
• Ability to orally communicate effectively with others, using the English language, with or without the use of an interpreter.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, using the English language, with or without the use of auxiliary aids or services.
• Ability to review, understand and apply concepts presented in training programs, conferences, and/or professional literature.
• Ability to work with other faculty and COCC staff at all levels.
• Willingness to travel and/or teach at various hours and locations, as required.
• Ability to work cooperatively with and contribute to a diverse workplace through ideas or experience.
• Ability to learn and use all COCC, NCCER, and JATC technology for communication, course delivery, assessment, and record keeping.

Ergonomic Requirements
Ability to work in classroom and office environments using computers, white boards, projectors, and other basic office equipment. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Minimum Requirements

• A degree or credential appropriate in the field of primary teaching assignment (AAS, or Journey Card); or instructor has a minimum of 24 quarter hours (16 semester hours) of credit in the field of the primary teaching assignment.
• One-year relevant experience working in the field.
• National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Certification or ability to complete the training if required.

Special Qualifications:
Apprenticeship Program Disclaimer: Apprenticeship courses are offered in conjunction with Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI)-Approved Registered Apprenticeship Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee (JATC) needs and related training schedules.
Equivalency Statement
The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.
Preferred Qualifications

• High school or college level teaching experience.

EEO Statement
The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.
This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.
In support of COCC's EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.