Adjunct - Precision Machining Technology

Jefferson College; Missouri; On-site; USD 16,560 - 18,480; Part time

Job summary

Jefferson College is seeking an adjunct in Precision Machining Technology. Responsibilities include teaching up to 9 credit hours per semester, preparing syllabi, recording attendance and grades, and upholding college policies.

The position pays $690 per credit hour to start and is part-time. Minimum qualifications require an Associate’s Degree in Manufacturing or related experience, plus current course-related certifications.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Manufacturing or related manufacturing experience.
• Must hold current certifications related to each course or skills test required.
• Teaching experience is preferred.
• Education beyond the Associate’s level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach classes up to 9 credit hours per semester.
• Prepare and distribute course syllabi for new and revised courses.
• Record attendance and grades and submit to the Registrar.
• Enforce College rules and engage in professional development.

Skills

Manufacturing knowledge

Course instruction

Certifications

Education

Associate’s Degree in Manufacturing

Higher education degree preferred

Job description

Adjunct -Precision Machining Technology

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Must be a resident of Missouri or Illinois.

Internal staff must be in an exempt position to be eligible for adjunct or other exempt temporary assignments, in accordance with FLSA guidelines.

Position Information

Position Title

Adjunct -Precision Machining Technology

PIN

000053

Classification Summary

Adjunct Faculty are employed for the duration of the teaching assignment as specified in the contract, and employment beyond the termination date specified in the contract is neither expressed nor implied. Adjunct teaching assignments will not exceed 18 semester hours in an academic year (August through May). The President will make exceptions as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Associate’s Degree in Manufacturing field or directly related Manufacturing experience and training.
• Must hold current certifications related to each course of instruction or skills test required.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred:

• Teaching experience
• Education beyond the Associate’s level

Courses include:

• Machining Procedures, CNC Programming, Quality Assurance, 3D Contouring, Industrial Blueprint Reading, Advanced Measuring Techniques, and Metallurgy.

Licensing Requirements

None

These are the job duties that are required of the position.

Classification Duties

• 1. be responsible to the Associate Dean or program director and the appropriate academic dean;
• 2. carry out the policies developed by the Board of Trustees as interpreted and executed by the administration;
• 3. teach classes assigned by the appropriate dean and Associate Dean or program director with the load not to exceed 18 hours (August through May);
• 4. prepare and file with the Associate Dean or program director course syllabi for new and revised courses and follow, within reason, such guides for courses already established;
• 5. prepare and file with the Associate Dean or program director a list showing the author, title, publisher, date of publication and list price, if known, of all textbooks, required readings, workbooks, or manuals which students must purchase for their courses;
• 6. prepare and file with the dean or program director a bibliography of library books required for use in each course;
• 7. prepare requests for instructional materials, such as books, maps, audiovisual aids, and supplies, and submit them to the Associate Dean or appropriate dean when requested for the purpose of budget planning;
• 8. keep accurate records of class attendance and grades of students and submit them to the Registrar;
• 9. promote student participation in extracurricular activities;
• 10. be responsible for meeting and maintaining all teacher certification requirements as may be applicable and required by the state;
• 11. continue professional improvement through reading and study and by participation in the activities of professional organizations;
• 12. assist in keeping the public well informed of the progress and development of the College;
• 13. utilize available test scores and records as needed to become familiar with the problems and capabilities of students;
• 14. cooperate with the administration in conducting research;
• 15. assume responsibility for enforcing College rules and regulations as related to student conduct;
• 16. perform other duties as may be assigned by the Associate Dean or the program director and the appropriate dean.

Position Duties

• 1. Teach classes assigned by the Associate Dean with the load not to exceed 9 credit load hours per semester.
• 2. Prepare and distribute to students a class syllabus which should communicate what is expected to happen during the semester, delineate the responsibilities of students and of the instructor, and describe appropriate procedures and course policies.
• 3. Record class attendance and grades of students and submit them to the Registrar when required.
• 4. Assume responsibility for enforcing College rules and regulations as related to student conduct.

Campus Security Authority (CSA)

Campus Security Authority (CSA) No

Multistate Employer

Employees of Jefferson College must reside in Missouri or Illinois.

Position Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge

Skills

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Software

Physical Effort

Physical Effort

Posting Information

Division

Department

Department Academic Affairs

Reports To

Reports To Associate Dean of Math, Physics, and Technology

Wage/Salary $690 per credit hour to start

Status

Status Part-time

If Part-time, hours per week

If Non-exempt, work hours

Posting Number

Posting Number A00083

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 01/12/2026

Special Instructions Summary

Must be a resident of Missouri or Illinois.

Internal staff must be in an exempt position to be eligible for adjunct or other exempt temporary assignments, in accordance with FLSA guidelines.

It is the policy of Jefferson College that no person shall, on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status, be subject to discrimination in employment or in admission to any educational program or activity of the College. In compliance with Federal Rules and Regulations, Jefferson College has adopted a procedure for resolving complaints of discrimination. The procedure is available to any Jefferson College student, employee, or applicant who feels that he or she has been discriminated against in employment, student programs, or student activities.

Screening Questions

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