Adjunct Instructor-Construction

Luna Community College; Las Vegas (NM); On-site; USD 7,800 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

Luna Community College in Las Vegas, NM seeks an Adjunct/Part Time Faculty member for construction education. The role pays $700 per credit hour and is exempt, fixed-term. It supports seven hours per week in the Instruction department and involves course prep, lectures, labs and student mentorship.

Responsibilities include curriculum development, student advising, evaluation, and coordination with business/industry partners. Evening/weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of adult learning theory and curriculum development.
• Ability to supervise students in work experience settings.
• Experience advising students and documenting progress.
• Familiarity with program and curriculum development processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and presents course descriptions, lesson plans, classroom lectures and laboratory work.
• Implements techniques to facilitate student active learning.
• Prepares and grades tests and quizzes; develops handouts and other learning aids.
• Participates in program and curriculum development and outcome assessments.
• Participates in hiring and scheduling part-time instructors as assigned.
• Provides one-to-one student supervision, advising and tutoring; analyzes and documents student progress.
• Operates equipment and performs work related to designated field(s) in Career and Technical Education.
• Coordinates and schedules student tutors as appropriate.
• Participates in student recruitment, retention and placement efforts.
• Establishes and maintains linkages with appropriate business and industry.
• Participates on assigned committees and in professional development workshops and conferences.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Adult learning theory

Curriculum development

Classroom & lab presentation

Advising methods

Student progress analysis

Education

Construction certifications

2+ years construction practice or 5 years experience

OSHA 10 certification

Job description

Position Summary

This position instructs students toward practice/employment in a designed field of career and technical education studies in construction.

Compensation

$700 per credit hour

Compensation Type

Exempt

Employment Type

Adjunct/Part Time Faculty (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

7

Grade

E07

Department

Instruction

Duties & Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions

• Prepares and presents course descriptions, lesson plans, classroom lectures and laboratory work.


• Implements techniques to facilitate student active learning.


• Prepares and grades tests and quizzes; develops handouts and other learning aids.


• Participates in program and curriculum development and outcome assessments.


• Participates in hiring and scheduling part-time instructors as assigned.


• Provides one-to-one student supervision, advising and tutoring; analyzes and documents student progress.


• Operates equipment and performs work related to designated field(s) in Career and Technical Education.


• Coordinates and schedules student tutors as appropriate.


• Participates in student recruitment, retention and placement efforts.


• Establishes and maintains linkages with appropriate business and industry.


• Participates on assigned committees and in professional development workshops and conferences.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Adult learning theory, curriculum development and classroom, laboratory and field presentation techniques


• Advising methods and techniques


• Research methodology and information resources related to designated field(s) of career and technical education studies


• Knowledge of basic supervisory and coaching principles and practices


• Ability to supervise students in work experience settings

Work Environment and Physical Factors

• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. The worker stands at least 70 percent of the time.


• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading and visual inspection.


• The worker may be required to work evenings and/or weekends.


• The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Education, Experience And Licenses

• Appropriate certifications/experience in construction and 2 years of practicing experience or five (5) of practicing experience is required.


• OSHA 10 certification is required.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Luna Community College management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

EEO STATEMENT

LCC is an equal opportunity employer.