Adjunct, Digital Communication Technology

Alvin Community College; Alvin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Alvin College invites applications for an Adjunct Faculty position in the Digital Communications Technology program. The candidate will teach electronics topics, demonstrate safety practices, interpret circuit principles, and guide students through practical lab work.

Responsibilities include classroom instruction, syllabus development, student engagement, and assessment of student performance. The role may involve travel to offsite locations and scheduling flexibility to meet program needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Three years of electronics experience.
• Ability to read electrical and electronic schematics.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and supervises a diverse population of students in the classroom at various times and locations.
• Possesses a commitment to student engagement, student success, and instructional excellence.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills, both written and oral.
• Prepares and utilizes a course syllabus and assessments for each course using guidelines established by the institution.
• Maintains current knowledge of effective teaching methodologies and utilizes a variety of instructional delivery methods.

Skills

Electronics

Electrical theory

Education

Highschool Diploma or GED

Associates Degree in Electronics

Tools

Voltmeter

Cable testers

Thermal scanners

Ammeters

Job description

This is a Part-Time Faculty Pool for available assignments during the academic year. Applications are considered throughout the academic year and reviewed based on departmental needs. Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview.

In order to maintain SACSCOC compliance, it is required you upload a copy of your transcripts for ALL degrees conferred.

APPLICATION STATUS

Your application status will be updated throughout the review process. If your application is still in progress, your application has not been reviewed by the hiring department.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include working days, evenings and/or weekends.

May require travel to our main campus in Alvin and/or to various offsite locations, including local high schools in Alvin, Danbury, Manvel and Pearland and to Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities in Richmond, Rosharon or Lake Jackson. Fingerprinting is a requirement for the local ISD's per Texas Education Agency. Alvin College will reimburse the estimated cost of $50, if applicable.

Requires the provision of official transcripts and/or certifications within (30) days of hire. Applicants with academic credentials from non-U.S. accredited institutions are required to have their coursework evaluated in terms of U.S. "equivalency." All international credential evaluations must be conducted by one of the companies affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES) in order to be considered for a faculty position. Applicants bear the responsibility of requesting, paying associated fees, and obtaining an original transcript evaluation for submission to the Office of Human Resources. Please refer to the NACES website for further information (www.naces.org).

Alvin College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, or any other basis prohibited by law.

This is a security sensitive position and requires a criminal history and/or motor vehicle records check.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIESThis is an Adjunct Faculty position that supports the Digital Communications Technology program. The candidate will have to teach the students to: Identify basic principles of electricity (A/C and D/C), voltage, current, and circuitry; apply Ohm's law to electrical calculations; use test equipment to measure continuity, voltage, and current values; and use electrical safety practices. Apply safety techniques while working on and troubleshooting various circuits and components; interpret color codes and other descriptors used in electronics; identify various sources of electricity in DC circuits; interpret characteristics of voltage, current, resistance, and power in DC circuits; measure voltage, current, and resistance in DC circuits using measuring devices.

• Instructs and supervises a diverse population of students in the classroom at various times and locations
• Possesses a commitment to student engagement, student success, and instructional excellence
• Demonstrates effective communication skills, both written and oral
• Prepares and utilizes a course syllabus and assessments for each course using guidelines established by the institution
• Maintains current knowledge of effective teaching methodologies and utilizes a variety of instructional delivery methods, classroom media, and educational resources
• Assists in the recruitment and retention of students
• Advises students in academic matters or refers students to appropriate resources
• Assessments students performance through a range of measurement activities and keeps them informed of their progress in a timely manner
• Engages students face-to-face and through electronic communications
• Utilizes technology to facilitate learning and to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others
• Assists in the development, distribution and collection of assessments for courses and program objectives
• Builds positive and professional relationship with students, colleagues, college administration, and the community
• Submits timely college reports and forms to the appropriate divisions and departments
• Provides recommendations to the Instructional Dean, Department Chair, and appropriate college committees regarding curriculum, instruction and division operations
• Exhibits a commitment to lifelong learning through participation in professional development activities
• Adheres to Alvin Colleges' policies and procedures
• Attends institutional meetings as required
• Other related duties as assigned

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The incumbent typically works in a classroom environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of a classroom. Incumbent may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the work day.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear; frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, handle or feel, and to stand, walk, reach, bend or lift up to twenty (20) pounds.

QUALIFICATIONS

Highschool Diploma or GED

Three (3) years experience in Electronics

• Assembling, evaluating, testing, and maintaining electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, and apparatus.
• Troubleshooting and repairing malfunctioning equipment, and apparatus.
• Constructing and fabricating parts, using hand tools and specifications.
• Reading and interpreting electrical and electronic circuit blueprints, diagrams, and schematics.
• Identifying electrical problems using specialized tools like voltmeters, cable testers, thermal scanners, and ammeters
• Repairing and replacing wiring and equipment using hand and power tools such as screwdrivers, saws, drills, wire strippers, and conduit breakers
• Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, as well as intermediate computer skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates Degree in Electronics
• Working knowledge of Blackboard course management system
• Familiar with interactive teaching methods and instruction via the Internet
• Bilingual English/Spanish