Adjunct - Engineering

Columbus State Community College; United States; On-site; USD 5,500 - 7,000; Part time

Job summary

Columbus State Community College is seeking an Adjunct – Engineering to provide quality instruction and support a positive learning environment. This part-time role emphasizes teaching and evaluating students while utilizing effective instructional strategies and technology.

The ideal candidate must hold a Master's degree in Engineering or Engineering Physics and demonstrate strong organizational skills, with experience in teaching laboratory procedures being a plus. Compensation is $55.88 per contact hour, with a maximum of 12 contact hours per week.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher from an accredited institution in Engineering or Engineering Physics.
• Experience with teaching/learning laboratory procedures.
• State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License or ability to obtain access to work sites.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses and oversee the curriculum.
• Design and support appropriate learning activities.
• Identify and respond to students' academic needs.
• Maintain accurate records, including attendance and grades.
• Conduct classes punctually and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Organizational skills

Ability to multitask

Teaching

Use of technology in education

Education

Master's degree in Engineering or Engineering Physics

Job description

Job Overview

The Adjunct – Engineering position provides quality instruction and maintains a positive learning environment in the classroom, with a major emphasis on teaching, supporting, and evaluating students. The role includes instruction and monitoring of teaching/learning effectiveness in courses assigned by leadership, requiring strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask while engaging large groups with complex material.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses on schedule and exercise oversight of the curriculum in conjunction with department policies.
• Consider individual differences of students to design and support appropriate learning activities.
• Identify students with academic or other needs and respond by utilizing appropriate resources.
• Use technology appropriately to achieve course objectives and communicate expectations regarding its use.
• Keep accurate and appropriate records, including attendance, grades, and other departmental requirements.
• Distribute and maintain accurate syllabi that incorporate departmental, college, cross‑college, and instructor requirements.
• Conduct classes punctually in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule.
• Employ appropriate assessment techniques to measure students’ performance relative to course goals and objectives.
• Participate in periodic meetings with the department, Lead Instructor, and Chairperson regarding teaching duties and professional development.
• Create a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active, collaborative learning and academic challenge.
• Use technology to assist in communication with students and encourage a sense of community inside and outside the classroom.
• Refer students to appropriate student and academic support services available at the college or in the community.
• Foster and maintain a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and community members.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher from an accredited institution in Engineering or Engineering Physics.
• Experience with teaching/learning laboratory procedures.
• State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License or demonstrable ability to obtain access to work sites.

Compensation

• Contact Hour: Two hours equals one contact hour.
• Rate: $55.88 per contact hour.
• Max hours per week: 12 contact hours.
• Employment type: Part‑time.

Columbus State Community College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.