The Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute preparesculturally diverse students as life-long learners through partnerships withtribes, employers, and other organizations. SIPI establishes a ...
The Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute preparesculturally diverse students as life-long learners through partnerships withtribes, employers, and other organizations. SIPI establishes a ...
The Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute preparesculturally diverse students as life-long learners through partnerships withtribes, employers, and other organizations. SIPI establishes a ...
The Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute preparesculturally diverse students as life-long learners through partnerships withtribes, employers, and other organizations. SIPI establishes a ...
The Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute preparesculturally diverse students as life-long learners through partnerships withtribes, employers, and other organizations. SIPI establishes a ...
The Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute preparesculturally diverse students as life-long learners through partnerships withtribes, employers, and other organizations. SIPI establishes a ...
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The median wage is $62.4K / yr.
$61K - $68.4K
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$68.4K - $75.7K
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$75.7K - $83.1K
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$83.1K - $90.4K
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$97.8K - $105.1K
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$24.2K
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What is the difference between Polytechnic vs Technician?
| Aspect | Polytechnic | Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Diploma or associate degree in a technical field | Diploma, associate degree, or certification in a specific technical skill |
| Work Environment | Classroom, labs, and practical training settings | Hands-on work in labs, workshops, or industrial settings |
| Industry Usage | Educational institutions, technical training centers | Manufacturing, maintenance, engineering support |
| Common Search/Comparison | Polytechnic vs Technician |
Polytechnic programs focus on providing comprehensive technical education and theoretical knowledge, often leading to a diploma or associate degree. Technicians typically apply practical skills in real-world settings, working directly on equipment or systems. While both roles require technical training, polytechnics emphasize broader education, whereas technicians focus on specific technical tasks and maintenance.
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Temp Parttime Faculty-SIPI
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Job description
The Universityof New Mexico is seeking candidates for Temporary Part-Time Adjunct Faculty toteach courses at the Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute (SIPI) forthe 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 Academic Years. Located onAlbuquerque's Westside at 9169 Coors Blvd NW, SIPI is a National IndianCommunity College and Land Grant institution serving American Indian andAlaskan Native students. The Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute preparesculturally diverse students as life-long learners through partnerships withtribes, employers, and other organizations. SIPI establishes a strongeducational foundation for student success.
We arecurrently recruiting for Adjunct Faculty to teach courses in:
Adult Education
C.A.D.D.
CPR/AED/First Aid
English
Mathematics
Natural Resources Management
Network Management
Physical Education (PE)
Pre-Engineering
Public Speaking
Social Sciences (Psychology, Sociology, Native American Studies)
Vision Care Technology
Range Science
More detailedcourse information can be found in the SIPI Catalogue. This is an on-going recruitment to fillteaching opportunities as needed by the program area.
These positionsinvolve:
Developing lesson plans and other guides required to meet the goal of training and leading students in their field of academic study.
Developing and implementing assessment plans to demonstrate learning outcomes.
Contributing student achievement data to support program and course evaluations
Maintaining statistical records/data of student proficiency and attendance and other records consistent with course objectives and college policies.
Maintaining one office hour per course per week and may participate in departmental meetings.
Course Delivery and Schedule Requirements:
Courses are offered across day, evening, and weekend schedules via face-to-face, hybrid, online, or hyflex modalities.
Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and possess the ability to navigate digital learning tools and online learning management systems (Brightspace).
If assigned to a distance-learning format (online, hybrid, or hyflex), you must provide evidence of online teaching certification or demonstrate the ability to obtain the required institutional qualifications before instruction begins.
Application procedure:
Applicants must attach a cover letter, official transcripts, list of references, and a resume or CV listing all relevant experience. To evaluate candidates for minimum qualifications or tested/equivalent experience across our diverse programs, your resume/CV must detail your complete history of professional employment, industry placements, and teaching experience (including specific courses taught, where, and when). You must also include all relevant professional licenses, industry-recognized certifications, non-credit technical training, or peer-reviewed work to substantiate your equivalent field expertise. Missing history may exclude you from equivalency consideration.
A backgroundsecurity investigation and fingerprint check by the Bureau of Indian Education are required.
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