Civil Engineering Adjunct Instructor

Columbus Technical College; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a part-time instructor for its Civil Engineering program. This role involves preparing lesson plans, evaluating student progress, and ensuring safety in lab training areas. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in Civil Engineering and significant field experience. The position requires flexibility in teaching hours and may involve travel across various counties. Join a dedicated team committed to fostering student success through innovative teaching methods and strong support systems.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• 3+ years of full-time work experience in civil engineering.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in Civil Engineering skill areas.
• Develop and evaluate lesson plans and student progress.
• Assist with recruitment and retention efforts.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Management Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Columbus Technical College is seeking an individual to serve as a part-time instructor (adjunct) for the Civil Engineering program. Under general supervision, this individual will prepare lesson plans for classroom instruction; evaluate students’ progress in attaining goals, objectives, and student learning outcomes. Further requirements include assisting with recruitment and retention efforts. This position requires day, night, evening, and on-line instruction. This position is part-time/exempt.

Please note the following information regarding this position:

• May be required to teach high school students
• May require teaching on or off campus throughout our service delivery area (Muscogee County, Stewart County, Quitman County, Chattahoochee County, Harris County, and Talbot County)
• May require travel

Responsibilities:

• Instruct students in Civil Engineering skill areas
• Following state standards in the development of program and course instructional outlines, goals and objectives
• Developing daily lesson plans
• Evaluating and recording students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives
• Incorporating work ethics into the student culture
• Maintaining accurate and timely attendance, grade, and program related records
• Developing teaching methods to improve instruction and to meet different student learning styles
• When needed, meet with students, staff members and other educators to discuss students’ instructional programs and other issues impacting the progress of students
• Ensuring safety and security requirements and instruction are met in the lab training areas
• Maintaining equipment with planned periodic service and maintenance
• Requesting and maintaining supplies, tools, and equipment, and help preparing budget requests
• Assisting in developing goals and objectives for program improvement and to maintain industry standards
• Delivering administrative requests in a timely manner
• Assisting with recruitment, retention, and job placement efforts
• Assisting with developing and maintaining a Civil Engineering Technology advisory committee
• Completing other duties as assigned
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
• Excellent management and organizational skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Able to work flexible hours

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Civil Engineering
• Must have a minimum of (3) three years of in-field, full-time work experience in civil engineering

Preferred Qualifications:

• In addition to the minimum qualifications:
• Professional Engineer P.E. License
• Documented teaching experience in postsecondary education or training experience
• Documented online teaching/learning experience

Salary/Benefits: Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Application Deadline: Applications accepted until filled. Applicants must submit a Columbus Technical College employment application online, upload a cover letter, resume, and an unofficial copy of transcript(s) for all degrees conferred.

Please note: All references will be checked prior to employment offer. Post offer requirements will include a criminal background check and motor vehicle records check.

Employment Policy: Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Columbus Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

For nondiscrimination information, please contact:

• Dr. Felicia Harris, Title IX Coordinator for Students– 706.641.5032, [e-mail]
• Jennifer Thompson, Title IX Coordinator for Employees– 706.649.1883, [e-mail]
• Olive Vidal-Kendall, Section 504 Coordinator (ADA/Section 504)– 706.649.1442, [e-mail]

All coordinators can also be reached at Columbus Technical College, 928 Manchester Expressway, Columbus, Georgia 31904-6572.