CEWD Part-Time Instructor, CNC Machinist

Alvin Community College; Alvin (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Alvin College is seeking part-time instructors for CNC and machining courses in the CEWD department. The pool supports flexible scheduling, including days, evenings, and weekends, with assignments across Alvin and offsite locations.

Instructors will recruit, develop programs, and assess learning outcomes, while maintaining low-hour commitments and ensuring student engagement and safety in the shop environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years as a journeyman Machinist and CNC Operator.

Responsibilities

• Instruct CNC and manual machining courses to a diverse population of students at various times and locations.
• Assist in maintaining the safe operation of equipment in machine shop.
• Possesses a commitment to student engagement, student success, and instructional excellence.
• Attends meetings and trainings as needed to maintain any workforce credential that might be offered through specific machining classes.
• Prepares and utilizes a course syllabus and assessments for each course using guidelines established by the institution.
• Maintains current knowledge of effective teaching methodologies and utilizes a variety of instructional delivery methods, classroom media, and educational resources.
• Advises students in academic and employment matters through posted office hours and electronic communication.
• Assesses students’ performance through a range of measurement activities and keep them informed of their progress in a timely manner.
• Utilizes technology to facilitate learning and to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills, both written and oral.
• Assists in the development, distribution and collection of assessments for courses and program objectives.
• Submits timely college reports and forms to the appropriate divisions and departments.
• Provides recommendations to the Director of Industrial Programs, Dean of CEWD, and appropriate college committees regarding curriculum, instruction and division operations.
• Adheres to Alvin College’s policies and procedures.
• Attends institutional meetings as required.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Machinist experience

CNC operation

Microsoft Office

Communication

Record keeping

Teaching evaluation

Self-motivation

Flexibility

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

SUMMARY

This is a Part-Time Instructor Pool in our Continuing Education Workforce Development (CEWD) department for available assignments during the academic year. Applications are considered throughout the academic year and reviewed based on departmental needs. Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview.

APPLICATION STATUS

Your application status will be updated throughout the review process. If your application is still in progress, your application has not been reviewed by the hiring department.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include working days, evenings and/or weekends.

May require travel to our main campus in Alvin and/or to various offsite locations, including local high schools in Alvin, Danbury, Manvel and Pearland and to Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities in Richmond, Rosharon or Lake Jackson.

Requires the provision of official transcripts, licenses and/or certifications within (30) days of hire.

Applicants with academic credentials from non-U.S. accredited institutions are required to have their coursework evaluated in terms of U.S. "equivalency." All international credential evaluations must be conducted by one of the companies affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES®) in order to be considered for a faculty position. Applicants bear the responsibility of requesting, paying associated fees, and obtaining an original transcript evaluation for submission to the Office of Human Resources. Please refer to the NACES® website for further information www.naces.org.

Alvin College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against anyone on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, or any other basis prohibited by law.

This is a security sensitive position and requires a criminal history and/or motor vehicle records check.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

This position is responsible for instruction of CNC & machining courses and the safety & success of the students enrolled in the program. The Instructor will teach a variety of classes based on both manual and CNC lathes, mills and other equipment used in manufacturing.

In addition, the Instructor will assist with recruitment, program development and learning outcomes.

• Performs classroom and laboratory instruction on the safe uses of manual and CNC machining equipment to a diverse population of students at various times and locations
• Assists in maintaining the safe operation of equipment in machine shop
• Possesses a commitment to student engagement, student success, and instructional excellence.
• Attends meetings and trainings as needed to maintain any workforce credential that might be offered through specific machining classes
• Prepares and utilizes a course syllabus and assessments for each course using guidelines established by the institution
• Maintains current knowledge of effective teaching methodologies and utilizes a variety of instructional delivery methods, classroom media, and educational resources
• Advises students in academic and employment matters through posted office hours and electronic communication
• Assesses students’ performance through a range of measurement activities and keep them informed of their progress in a timely manner
• Utilizes technology to facilitate learning and to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others
• Demonstrates effective communication skills, both written and oral
• Assists in the development, distribution and collection of assessments for courses and program objectives
• Submits timely college reports and forms to the appropriate divisions and departments
• Provides recommendations to the Director of Industrial Programs, Dean of CEWD, and appropriate college committees regarding curriculum, instruction and division operations
• Adheres to Alvin College’s policies and procedures
• Attends institutional meetings as required
• Other duties as assigned

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The incumbent typically works in a classroom environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of a classroom. Incumbent may encounter frequent interruptions throughout the work day.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear; frequently required to use repetitive hand motion, handle or feel, and to stand, walk, reach, bend or lift up to twenty (20) pounds.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years work experience as a journeyman, or equivalent title, as a Machinist and CNC Operator

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrated basic computer proficiency using Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Demonstrate ability to learn and navigate student registry systems
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of an organization, from entry level students to senior level management
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with students, their supervisor, and with industry partners
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain detailed classroom records and reports relating to course instruction
• Must have the ability to evaluate the effectiveness of their teaching
• ACC Instructor’s will frequently perform autonomously and must be self-motivated
• Must be flexible with the ability to work days, nights, and/or weekends with the understanding that available hours will be based on the needs of the program not to exceed 19 hours per week
• Must be flexible and understands a minimum number of hours is not guaranteed and that classes may be cancelled and/or rescheduled with minimal notice due to student need, student enrollment and/or program needs

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bilingual English/Spanish