Adjunct Professor - Plumbing

State of South Carolina; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Midlands Technical College Airport Campus seeks an adjunct Plumbing instructor with broad knowledge of the industry to teach entry-level courses. The role emphasizes practical instruction, student engagement, and classroom management at a community college.

You will conduct lectures, prepare materials, assess progress, and coordinate with the Program Director on lab readiness and supplies. Prior education experience and SC certifications are highly desirable for this position.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of residential plumbing experience.
• One year of supervisory or training experience.
• Prior experience in education desired.
• A Plumbing Certification or SC license is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lecture, lead discussions, and other teaching activities.
• Relate instruction to course objectives and labs.
• Prepare instructional materials and ensure lab readiness.
• Evaluate student progress and provide feedback.
• Maintain student records and manage class projects.
• Assist Program Director with lab supplies and equipment.

Skills

Residential Plumbing experience

Supervisory or training experience

Teaching / instructional ability

Excellent communication with students

Education

Municipal Association of SC Plumbing Certification

SC Mechanical Contractors License

SC Residential Builders Commission's Plumbing License

Job description

Must have a broad knowledge of the Plumbing industry and teach courses in the Entry Level Plumbing certificate. Conducts lectures, discussion, and other teaching activities. Relates instruction and material to course objectives. Maintains a high level of excellence in teaching by communicating and interacting effectively with students. Prepares materials needed for instruction and ensure the readiness of facilities for class activities; evaluate and report students’ progress; assign and assist students on class projects; create and deliver lecture demonstrations. Keep student records and adheres to course schedules. Assists Program Director with timely notification of any shortfall in supplies or equipment needed for lab instruction.

This position will be located on the Midlands Technical College Airport Campus

At least three to five (3-5) years of Residential Plumbing experience, one (1) year of supervisory or training experience; demonstrates command of both Plumbing theory and practice; genuine interest in helping students.

Prior experience in education. A Plumbing Certification through the Municipal Association of South Carolina; or a South Carolina Mechanical Contractors License; a South Carolina Residential Builders Commission's Specialty Contractors License in Plumbing is highly desirable.

Adjunct faculty are compensated in accordance with Midlands Technical College’s established pay schedule. Final compensation may vary depending on academic credentials and total course credit hours. Any variation is determined upon hire and outlined in the faculty employment agreement.

Special Note for Applicants Residing Outside of South Carolina: If you are selected for a remote adjunct position with Midlands Technical College and do not reside in the State of South Carolina, your employment will be through KellyOCG, our employer of record partner supporting all remote out-of-state workforce requirements.