Advanced Manufacturing Instructor

Kentucky Community and Technical College System; Elizabethtown (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional health care, vision, and d

Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, 

403(b) retirement plan: 5% match

Vacation/Sick Time

Work-Life Balance

9.5 Paid Holidays

Institutional Closing Pay

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Elizabethtown Community & Technical College seeks an Advanced Manufacturing Instructor to teach on-site, primarily at night, handling 15 credit hours per semester and providing advising and service. The role requires expertise in electrical concepts, robotics, hydraulics, and PLCs, with a strong commitment to teaching and diversity.

The 10-month, promotion-track position supports institutional aims and involves curriculum development, career counseling, and active participation in college

Qualifications

• Associate degree in an Advanced Manufacturing field.
• Experience with Blackboard for communication and assessment.
• Proficiency in fluid power systems, industrial automation, robotics, and PLCs.
• Strong communications/relationship-building skills.
• Ability to teach professionally, with enthusiasm and organization.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans and maintain records of student attainment and progress.
• Provide syllabi in a timely manner for each course taught that meet college standards.
• Provide input regarding curriculum development and enhancement.
• Provide advising and career-related counseling for students.
• Participate in recruitment and retention activities.
• Serve on department and college committees.
• Complete mandatory training and professional development.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local industry.
• Set high expectations for safety, professionalism, and communication.

Skills

Electrical Concepts

Electronics

Robotics

Hydraulics & Pneumatics

Electrical Construction

Electrical Motor Controls

PLCs

Industrial Equipment

Education

Associate degree in Advanced Manufacturing

Tools

Blackboard

Job description

Title: Advanced Manufacturing Instructor

Contract Term Length:10 Months

Work Location:On-Site

FLSA Status: Exempt

College: Elizabethtown Community & Technical College

Campus Location: Elizabethtown CTC

Department: Technical Division

Total Rewards

Elizabethtown Community & Technical College offers a competitive benefits package and an attractive work environment that supports excellence, innovation, and creativity, including:

• Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
• Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
• 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
• Vacation/Sick Time
• Work-Life Balance
• 9.5 Paid Holidays
• 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Summary

ECTC is seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Instructor to teach students on-site, primarily at night. Experience in one or more of the following subject areas: Electrical Concepts, Electronics, Robotics, Hydraulics and Pneumatics, Electrical Construction, Electrical Motor Controls, Programmable Logic Controllers, and Maintaining Industrial Equipment/bearings, gears, sprockets, pulleys, belts, etc. Applicants will instruct the equivalent of 15 credit hours per semester and be responsible for advising, institutional service, external service, professional development, and educational leadership. Candidates must possess a strong commitment to teaching, the willingness to work with a diverse population, and be dedicated to the mission of Elizabethtown Community & Technical College. 10-month, promotion track faculty position (Aug-May)

Job Duties

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare lesson plans and maintain records and reports on student attainment and progress.
• Provide syllabi in a timely manner for each course taught that are current and meet college standards.
• Provide input regarding curriculum development and enhancement.
• Provide advising and career-related counseling for current and potential students.
• Participate in recruitment and retention activities.
• Actively serve on department and college committee assignments.
• Complete all college and KCTCS mandatory training and activities in addition to other professional development opportunities relevant to individual needs.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with local industry representatives.
• Set the example for appropriate dress and professional behavior for students.
• Set and implement high expectation standards related to safety, professional behaviors, including punctuality, respect for leadership, teamwork, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Maintain order and discipline in the teaching/learning environment.
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience: Associate degree in an Advanced Manufacturing field (Electrical Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology, or Industrial Maintenance Technology).

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

• The ability to use Blackboard for communication and feedback, curriculum development, course design, and student outcome assessment.
• Proficiency in fluid power systems, industrial automation and robotics, industrial electricity, mechanical blueprints, industrial safety, industrial maintenance technology, PLCs (Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, and/or Siemens), PLCs (Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, and/or Siemens), and industrial safety practices.
• Strong communications/relationship-building skills.
• The ability to teach in a professional, enthusiastic, and organized manner to reach as many students as possible.

Position is open until filled, review begins June 12, 2026

Additional Skills Requested

• The ability to use Blackboard for communication and feedback, curriculum development, course design, and student outcome assessment.
• Proficiency in fluid power systems, industrial automation and robotics, industrial electricity, mechanical blueprints, industrial safety, industrial maintenance technology, PLCs (Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, and/or Siemens), PLCs (Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, and/or Siemens), and industrial safety practices.
• Strong communications/relationship-building skills.
• The ability to teach in a professional, enthusiastic, and organized manner to reach as many students as possible.

Position # 10012317 and 10003819

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Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.