Adjunct – Carpentry (Skilled Trades)

Columbus State Community College; United States; On-site; USD 75,768 - 89,544; Part time

Job summary

Columbus State Community College is seeking an Adjunct – Carpentry to provide quality instruction and support a positive learning environment. In this part-time role, the instructor will teach designated courses while ensuring adherence to department policies and curriculum standards.

The ideal candidate will have experience in carpentry and demonstrate the ability to design engaging curricula that respect diversity. A competitive compensation of $55.88 per contact hour is offered.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Registered Apprenticeship Program in carpentry or five years industry experience at Journey Level required.
• Knowledge of residential/light commercial carpentry code preferred.
• Ability to use technology effectively in instruction and communication.

Responsibilities

• Teaches assigned courses and ensures quality curriculum delivery.
• Maintains a positive classroom environment supporting student learning.
• Conducts assessments and maintains progress records.

Skills

Instructional planning

Communication skills

Multi-media technology

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Completion of a Registered Apprenticeship Program in carpentry

Five years industry experience at Journey Level

Tools

Microsoft Office

Blackboard

Job description

The Adjunct – Carpentry position provides quality instruction and maintains a positive learning environment in the classroom, with major emphasis on teaching, supporting and evaluating students.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Instruction & Student Learning

• Teaches assigned courses as scheduled and assumes primary responsibility for and exercises oversight of the curriculum in conjunction with department policies, ensuring both the rigor of programs and the quality of instruction.
• Designs curriculum embracing diversity in all forms to foster talent in students while modeling inclusive teaching strategies, with an understanding of the socio-cultural issues of traditionally underrepresented groups.
• Considers individual differences of students in order to design and support a range of appropriate learning activities.
• Participates in the identification of students with academic or other needs and responds by utilizing an appropriate resource.
• Uses technology in a manner appropriate to the nature and objectives of courses and programs and communicates clearly to students the expectations concerning the use of such technology.
• Keeps accurate and appropriate records in accordance with departmental policies.
• Maintains attendance records, determines and submits grades timely, and in accordance with established policies and procedures of the College, and communicates progress feedback as well as other relevant information to students throughout the semester.
• Distributes and maintains accurate syllabi that incorporates departmental, college, cross-college, and instructor requirements.
• Conducts classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule.
• Employs appropriate assessment techniques to measure students’ performance in achieving course goals and objectives.
• Engages in periodic meetings with the department, Lead Instructor, and Chairperson relative to teaching duties and professional development.

Student Engagement & Advisement

• Creates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, student and faculty interaction, and support for learners.
• Maintains posted office hours in accordance with departmental and college policies.
• Uses technology to assist in communication with students.
• Encourages a sense of community among students for learning both inside and outside the classroom.
• Advises potential or current students within the discipline about the program, career, or transfer options available to assist with degree completion.
• Refers students to appropriate student and academic support services available at the College or in the community.

Culture of Respect

• Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.
• Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance is required.

Other Duties & Responsibilities

• Attend department meetings and required trainings, as requested.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Completion of a Registered Apprenticeship Program specific to the carpentry trade; OR Five (5) years industry experience at Journey Level.
• Knowledge of residential/light commercial carpentry code preferred.
• State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrable ability to gain access to work site(s).
• An appropriate combination of education, training, coursework, and experience may qualify a candidate.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of construction, repair, and service practices related to residential/light commercial systems; data analysis and application to operational business decisions; online instruction techniques and methods; Microsoft Office; Blackboard; internet research; online communication and record-keeping.
• Skill in providing quality instruction; learning technologies and the use of multi‑media technology to enhance student learning; instructional planning and presentation; incorporating critical thinking, effective communication and other general education outcomes in course content; effective time management; proficiency with online communication record‑keeping.
• Ability to effectively communicate and use interpersonal skills; create engaging learning environments that respect a wide variety of viewpoints; be sensitive to the needs and concerns of a diverse student population, socio‑economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and students with disabilities; work independently without ongoing direct supervision; meet deadlines; perform student learning outcomes; maintain confidential and sensitive information, including FERPA.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions described in this position description. While performing duties of this job, the employee regularly exhibits digital dexterity when entering data into computer. The employee frequently sits for periods of time, stands, and walks. Employee converses verbally or manually with others in person as well as by telephone. Vision demands include close, relatively detailed vision when focusing on a computer screen. Employee occasionally lifts up to 10 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Typical office and classroom/lab environment.

Compensation Details

Compensation: $55.88 per contact hour
Contact Hour: Two hours equals one contact hour
Hours: Maximum of 12 contact hours per week
Full Time/Part Time: Part time

Legal Statements

Columbus State Community College is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits or privileges of employment, please contact our ADA Office at [e-mail]. For additional information on accommodations please click here.

Columbus State Community College strives to foster an environment where everyone is welcomed into our learning and working community. We celebrate the humanity of every individual and value inclusive learning and working environments for all. We commit to removing barriers and expanding access for all of our people while respecting their unique lived experiences. Ultimately, we center our growing community and our students’ success in all of our work.

STATEMENTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH OHIO REVISED CODE SECTION 3345.0216 Columbus State educates students by means of free, open, and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth. Our duty is to equip students with the opportunity to develop the intellectual skills they need to reach their own, informed conclusions. Columbus State does not require, favor, disfavor, or prohibit speech or lawful assembly. Columbus State seeks to create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth, and tolerates the differences in opinion that naturally occur in a public higher education community. Columbus State’s duty is to treat all faculty, staff, and students as individuals, to hold them to equal standards, and to provide them equality of opportunity, with regard to those individuals' race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check and/or MVR check as well as a 10-panel drug screen required during the pre-employment process (required for most positions).