Description:
The Full-time Industrial Science Instructor is responsible for the planning, preparation and execution of classroom and/or laboratory experiences which result in learning. Instructors develop, evaluate and revise the curriculum incorporating evidence-based learning activities directed at meeting established learning outcomes. Instructors monitor and evaluate student performance based on established grading guidelines. The Industrial Science Instructor will work directly with the SEARK Career Center. This position will provide direct instruction and support to high school students who are enrolled in college courses at the Career Center. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions :

• Contributes to the overall achievement of the college’s mission and goals through effective instruction and classroom management.
• Plans and prepares for assigned instructional courses.
• Demonstrates knowledge of content and pedagogy.
• Develops instructional outcomes and appropriate evaluation and assessment methods of learning.
• Creates and maintains an environment of rapport and respect.
• Clearly establishes expectations for learning and achievement.
• Maintains up-to-date accurate records on attendance and student progress.
• Engages in academic counseling and advisement.
• Meets with current and prospective students for review and provide an accurate interpretation of college placement scores.
• Provides guidance to students for academic planning.
• Make referrals to college resources available to provide services or assistance to students.
• Engages in the college community for intra-professional networking and professional development.
• Provides input into budgeting and decision-making processes.
• Keeps abreast of developments in field of expertise basing current instructional practice on recent evidence.
• Communicates learning expectation; varies teaching techniques and incorporates current technology.
• Structures classroom activities and assignments based on learning outcomes.
• Provides students with written and oral feedback.
• Engages in self-assessment of teaching practices and professional development needs.
• Instructors must keep all classes, office hours at the required amount of time set forth by the College and maintain good classroom management.
• Oversees the labs for courses that require lab time. Must have the ability to set up lab equipment for each class.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

• Thorough knowledge in the field of expertise and teaching techniques.
• Ability to develop daily lesson plans and design learning activities aimed at achieving student learning outcomes.
• Communicate learning expectations through provision of structured activities and assignments.
• Ability to instruct, engage students, and assess student learning.
• Familiarity with college resources available to provide instruction and services or assistance to student including instructional technology.
• Ability to provide guidance to students for academic planning.
• Knowledge of placement policies when interpreting placement scores and advising students.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree
• Four years' relevant work experience in Commercial, Industrial, or Manufacturing fields
• Candidates must demonstrate the ability to successfully maintain a teaching load involving courses such as:
  • Survey of Industrial Sciences,
  • AC-DC Fundamentals,
  • Wiring Fundamentals,
  • Welding Fundamentals,
  • Blueprint Reading, and
  • Basic HVAC Principles.
• The successful candidate will possess competence and experience to develop, revise, and assess the curriculum to ensure that students are acquiring current knowledge, including familiarity with technology used in classroom settings.
• A shared vision for preparing students for their professional programs and an ability and willingness to use novel teaching techniques and technology to engage today’s learner is essential.
• Candidates for this position must possess a thorough knowledge of the teaching field, a commitment to high academic standards, a dedication to student success, and excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.

OTHER JOB-RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON THE APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• K - 12 Teaching License
• Experience working in the K - 12 system
• Ten years work experience in Commercial, Industrial, or Manufacturing fields

Application Deadline: January 13, 2022. Review of applications will begin immediately. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Required Documents:

• Completed SEARK employment application
• Cover Letter /Resume
• College Transcripts (Please note: Official transcripts will be required before final appointment.)