AE PLC and Robotics Instructor for Advanced Manufacturing Maintenance Program

Upper Valley Career Center; Piqua (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

State Teachers Retirement System

Worker's Compensation

Job summary

Upper Valley Career Center in Piqua, OH seeks a part-time instructor for the Advanced Manufacturing Maintenance program, focusing on PLCs and robotics. Classes run 4–5 weeks, 2 evenings per week, with responsibilities spanning lesson planning, student progress, and industry partnerships.

The role requires 5 years’ field experience or a relevant degree with 3 years in industrial maintenance, plus PLC/robotics familiarity. Prior teaching is preferred; state credentialing may be required.

Qualifications

• 5 years' work experience in field OR a degree with 3 years' work experience in industrial maintenance and PLCs.
• Prior teaching experience preferred.
• Experience with PLC software and robotics platforms is preferred.
• Candidates with Siemens PLC experience will also be considered.
• Robotics experience in theory and application is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates student learning activities that encourage teamwork and employability skills.
• Develops lesson plans for adult students in classroom and lab.
• Monitors student progress using assessments.
• Coordinates with employers to provide real-world experiences.
• Prepares students for industry credential assessments.
• Assists program coordinator with curriculum development and course scheduling.

Skills

PLC experience

Robotics experience

Teaching experience

Adult education

Education

Bachelor's or higher in field

Tools

Control Logix 5000

RSLogix

Logix Pro

HMI software

Siemens PLC

Job description

AE PLC and Robotics Instructor for Advanced Manufacturing Maintenance Program

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Job Details

Job ID: 5978317

Application Deadline: Feb 28, 2027 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Yesterday

Job Description

General Job Description:

Part-time Evening Instructors needed. Applicants can teach just one or several courses in the areas of: PLC's and Robotics. Each class is approximately 4-5 weeks in length, 2 nights a week

The instructor will provide instructional activities which are consistent with the program objectives and academic standards adopted and established by the Upper Valley Career Center and the State of Ohio. The instructor will direct the learning experiences of the students, including skill development, human relations, and leadership qualities which are necessary to obtain gainful employment. The instructor will perform in such a manner to ensure the best education possible for the students of the Upper Valley Career Center.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Facilitates student learning activities that encourage teamwork, positive peer relationships and reinforces employability skills essential to today's workforce.
• Develops lesson plans that engage adult student learning in both the classroom and laboratory setting.
• Monitors student progress using formal and informal assessment strategies.
• Coordinates with employers to provide real world experiences and opportunities for students.
• Prepares students for industry credential assessments.
• Assists program coordinator with curriculum development, course scheduling and Program Advisory Committee meetings.

Qualifications:

• 5 years' work experience in field of expertise OR Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's Degree in field of expertise plus 3 years' work experience in the industrial maintenance and machine repair profession with PLC experience.
• Prior teaching experience preferred.
• Experience with Control Logix 5000, Logix Pro, RS Logix and HMI software preferred; in addition, experience with setting up relay logic and VFD's (variable frequency drives) preferred. Candidates with Siemens PLC experience will also be considered..
• Robotics experience in theory and application, FANUC & Yaskawa/Motoman experience a plus.
• Holds or is able to obtain a valid Ohio State Board of Education Adult Education Permit.
• Meets all mandated health screening requirements.
• Maintains a record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment. Able to successfully pass a BCI/FBI background check.
• Maintains compliance with drug-free workplace rules, Board policies, and other applicable procedures/guidelines.

Salary:

Appropriate placement on the Adult Education Intermittent/Hourly Salary Schedule to be determined by education and experience. Compensation is $26.00 per hour for In-House Training and $31.00 per hour for Off-Site Training, on an as-needed basis. Maximum 839 working hours in an academic year. One-year contract with opportunity for renewal.

Other Benefits:

State Teachers Retirement System and Worker's Compensation offered. Upon hire, additional benefits may be offered depending on hours worked, job classification, and placement on the Upper Valley Career Center Salary Schedule. Some benefits are a shared cost between the employee and the Board of Education.

Performance Evaluation:

Job performance is evaluated according to policy provisions and contractual agreements adopted by the Upper Valley Career Center.

This job posting description identifies general responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties performed. The information contained in this document is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, modified operating procedures, program/curriculum changes, and unforeseen events.

Position Type: Full-time

Support Staff > Custodian

Support Staff > Maintenance

Contact Information

• Posting School District
• 200 South Keowee Street
• Dayton, Ohio 45402
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• Email: [e-mail]