Advanced Manufacturing & Technology Faculty – Lecturer

Virginia Community Colleges; Cave Spring (VA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Western Community College is seeking a full‑time, 12‑month Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Faculty (Lecturer) to teach CNC machining, CAD/CAM, and related topics. The role includes curriculum development, assessment, and coordinating work-based learning with regional employers.

The candidate should have a strong machining background (CNC/G-code), a valid VDOE teaching license, and NIMS Level 1 credentials to start within six months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. Five years of machining experience, incl. CNC/G-code
• Must hold a current—or actively apply for and attain—VDOE Teaching License for high school instruction
• National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Level 1 credentials within six months of hire

Responsibilities

• Prepare classes and instructional assignments in Advanced Manufacturing and Technology
• Teach curricula including DOE-approved high school programs and accelerated workforce prep
• Coordinate work-based learning and student recruitment; engage with local employers

Skills

Machining

CNC programming

CAD/CAM

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma

VDOE Teaching License

NIMS Level 1 credentials

Associate degree preferred

Tools

ProtoTrak

Haas controls

Autodesk Fusion 360

SolidWorks

CMMs

Job description

Virginia Western Community College is seeking a full‑time, 12‑month Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Faculty (Lecturer) to teach CNC machining, CAD/CAM, and related topics. The role includes curriculum development, assessment, and coordinating work-based learning with regional employers.

The candidate should have a strong machining background (CNC/G-code), a valid VDOE teaching license, and NIMS Level 1 credentials to start within six months.