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Instructor, Additive Manufacturing

Tri-C

Cleveland, OH โ€ข On-site

$47.35/hr

Part-time

Posted 12 days ago


Job description

Instructor, Additive Manufacturing
Department: Additive Manufacturing
Location: Manufacturing Technology Center
Reports To: Prog Mgr, Engineering II
Recruitment Type: External/Internal
Requisition ID: req6821
Employment Type: Part-Time Faculty
Union Position: Non-Union
Work Schedule: Evenings
Job Description:
SUMMARY
Plans and delivers curriculum within the Additive Manufacturing and CAD program based on established standards. Teaches a full range of noncredit lecture and lab courses in the Additive Manufacturing and CAD programs. Courses include, but are not limited to: Additive Manufacturing, Reverse Engineering, 3D Scanning, Blueprint Reading, 2D and 3D CAD, CAD/CAM, and Quality Control. Performs student learning outcome assessment to make continuous improvements in learning outcomes. Actively engages in the promotion of workplace health and safety-related areas. Collaborates with other instructors and staff to provide appropriate learning opportunities for students. Monitors students while they practice within the lab.
ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS
  • Prepares and delivers learning activities to achieve course outcomes
  • Provides a learning environment appropriate for enhancing academic progress
  • Provides instructional methodologies consistent with student needs within the program guidelines
  • Prepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts
  • Provides well defined goals for student achievement
  • Evaluates and grades student's class work, laboratory work, assignments, papers, and examinations
  • Maintains up-to-date academic and attendance records in compliance with school and regulatory organization policies and guidelines
  • Fosters effective communication between students, staff, and administration
  • Periodically meets with supervisors, division, or College, relative to teaching duties and training development
  • Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING
  • Bachelor's degree in a related engineering or engineering technology field
    • Significant related experience may substitute for education
  • Minimum of five (5) years' experience as a machinist or other related role within industry

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES
  • Possess strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Possess excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to travel between campuses
  • Demonstrated proficiency in current industry technology
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (or equivalent)
  • Ability to work accurately with great attention to detail
  • Possess sensitivity to appropriately respond to the needs of the community

COMPETENCIES
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES
  • Service Focus
  • Quality of Work

VERY IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES
  • Communication
  • Time Utilization

IMPORTANTCOMPETENCIES
  • Collaboration
  • Adaptability
  • Continuous Improvement

PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONS
EXPERIENCE,EDUCATOIN/TRAINING
  • Community college or technical school teaching experience
  • Industry recognized technical certifications such as NIMS, NC3, Solidworks, MasterCam
  • Fluency in CAD/CAM software

PHYSICALDEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
(Thedemands described here are representative of those that must be met by anemployee to successfully perform the essential functions of thisjob. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individualswith disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
  • The work is performed in a standard, professional shop environment.
  • The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.
  • Typically, there is some walking, standing, bending, and carrying of light items up to 25 pounds
  • Work is partially performed in an environment with sufficient noise that may cause an employee to shout to be heard above the noise level.
  • Work is partially performed in an environment exposing employees to hazards such as proximity to moving mechanical parts,
  • moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals.
  • Work is partially performed in an environment with conditions that affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dust, mists, and gases.
  • Work may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite

Special Note: This is a Part-Time Non-Bargaining Unit Position, with the following Set Rate of Pay: $47.35/ hour.
If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure.
Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.
Affirmative Action Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.