Architecture Teaching Assistant - Part-Time

CCC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

CCC is seeking an Architecture Teaching Assistant for a part-time position in Chicago. You will assist instructors and help manage lab activities, ensuring safe and efficient operation of digital fabrication equipment.

The role requires technical CAD skills and experience with 2D/3D design tools, plus the ability to guide students through projects and maintain organized lab workflows. This is a great opportunity for hands-on educators in a design-focused setting.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent credit hours in a related field; or a certificate in the related field with related experience.
• Proficiency with 2D CAD and 3D modeling software (Rhino 3D, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Cloud) and CAM/slicing software.
• Hands-on experience operating digital fabrication tools (laser engravers/cutters, 3D printers) and shop tools.
• Teaching experience preferred and ability to promote cooperation among students and staff.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to new tasks with little notice.

Responsibilities

• Assist instructor in creating a supportive learning environment and supervise students in lab settings.
• Provide small-group or one-on-one instruction on file setup, equipment operation, and model assembly techniques.
• Operate and oversee digital fabrication machinery (lasers, 3D printers, CNC routers) and prepare design files for production.
• Maintain lab readiness, assist with stock management, and perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Attend staff meetings and adhere to CCC Customer Service Excellence standards.

Skills

Teaching experience

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree or certificate

Tools

Rhino 3D

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Cloud

CAM/slicing software

Laser engravers/cutters

3D printers

Job description

Architecture Teaching Assistant - Part-Time

Primary Objective: Assists instructor in strengthening concepts presented in the classroom, laboratory or trade shop area.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works with the instructor to create a purposeful, orderly, and supportive learning environment adhering to policies and procedures established by the instructor. Assists instructor in supervising students and enforces lab safety protocols, and machine-specific operational procedures during fabrication workflows. Notifies instructor and/or staff of any problems promptly.
  
• Assists students in understanding the lesson plans and project objectives. Delivers small-group or individual hands-on instruction on file setup, safe equipment operation, and physical model assembly techniques.
  
• Operates and oversees digital fabrication machinery, including laser cutters, 3D printers, CNC routers, and traditional shop wood/metal working machinery.
  
• Reviews, prepares, and queues student digital design files for production; ensures 2D vector files and 3D mesh files (e.g., Rhino, AutoCAD, Illustrator) are properly formatted, scaled, and sliced prior to execution.
  
• Ensures the readiness of the lab for instruction and open lab. Supervises the cleaning and trash removal from training/shop area. Performs routine preventive maintenance, calibration, lens cleaning, bed leveling, toolhead changes, and basic troubleshooting on fabrication and shop equipment.
  
• Tracks and manages stock of materials and notifies faculty and/or staff when replenishment is needed.
  
• Maintains student attendance records and other records as required.
  
• Participates in weekly staff meetings, classroom team planning sessions, and other meetings as scheduled.
  
• Adheres to CCC Customer Service Excellence standards.
  
• Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's degree or equivalent credit hours in related field of study from an accredited college or university;
  or a Certificate in the related field of study with years of related experience.
  
• Demonstrated proficiency with 2D CAD and 3D modeling software commonly used in architectural fabrication (e.g., Rhinoceros 3D, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Cloud) and CAM/slicing software.
  
• Prior hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting digital fabrication tools (laser engravers/cutters, 3D printers) and shop tools (band saw, sanders, bench tools).
  
• Work experience in a teaching environment preferred.
  
• Ability to promote cooperation between students and educational personnel.
  
• Ability to multitask and adapt to new tasks with little notice.
  
• Ability to work with a diverse population.
  
• Ability to operate related tools and equipment of assigned class.
  

$17.48- $24.59/hr.

Offered salary will be determined by the respective collective bargaining agreement and applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

Benefits information is found at https://www.ccc.edu/departments/Benefits/

Approved by Classification & Compensation 12/14/09