Continuing Education Instructor- Creative Fabrication

New England Biolabs; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible teaching opportunities

Engaging work environment

Professional development

Job summary

New England Biolabs is seeking a Continuing Education Instructor in Omaha, Nebraska to deliver hands-on classes on creative fabrication. The instructor will guide learners in digital design and laser cutting, fostering creativity in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include teaching classes, demonstrating equipment use, and providing feedback to students. The position emphasizes engagement with diverse learners and offers flexible teaching opportunities throughout the year.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable knowledge of fabrication machines and related software.
• Ability to engage diverse learners.
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach community education classes on acrylic mobiles and laser-cut projects.
• Provide instruction in relevant design software.
• Demonstrate safe use of fabrication equipment.
• Support beginner through intermediate learners.
• Assess student progress and provide feedback.

Skills

Creative fabrication

3D printing

Laser cutting

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

3D printers

Laser cutters

Graphics software

Welding equipment

CNC machinery

Job description

## Continuing Education Instructor- Creative FabricationClassificationFixed Term (Fixed Term)Minimum Pay$0.00*Compensation will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.***JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY**MCC’s Continuing Education Division is seeking enthusiastic and experienced non-credit instructors with creative fabrication expertise to develop and deliver engaging, hands-on classes focused on digital design and laser cutting to create acrylic mobiles, laser-engraved items, and other similar fabrication projects. Instructors will guide learners through the full design-to-fabrication process using relevant tools and equipment. This role emphasizes creativity and an inclusive learning environment for learners of varying ages and experience levels. This position will have various teaching opportunities throughout the year and will be responsible for developing and delivering engaging and practical course content that enhances students’ personal growth and enriches their lives.**ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:*** Teach community education classes centered on designing and making acrylic mobiles and related laser-cut projects, 3D printed objects, and/or woodworking projects* Provide step-by-step instruction in relevant design software* Demonstrate safe and effective use of fabrication equipment* Differentiate instruction to support beginner through intermediate learners* Foster a creative, engaging, and supportive classroom environment* Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback to enhance learning outcomes.**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:*** Demonstrable knowledge of at least one of the following fabrication machines and related software, materials, and trends: 3D printers, laser cutters, graphics and software instruction, welding and plasma cutting, woodworking and CNC, powdercoating and painting, metal milling* Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage diverse learners* Strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt teaching strategies to meet individual student needsThis position will have random teaching opportunities throughout the year.MCC holds classes at multiple locations throughout the Metro area, including Fremont and Blair. Most classes are held weeknights and weekends.The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. Metropolitan Community College recognizes that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation to enable the candidate to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.Metropolitan Community College is a comprehensive, full-service public community college supported by the taxpayers of Dodge, Douglas, Sarpy and Washington counties. Its purpose is to provide high quality educational programs and services, primarily in career preparation and general education, to people of all ages and educational backgrounds. MCC was created in 1974 when the Nebraska State Legislature consolidated the original eight technical community college areas into six. That year, the programs, personnel, assets and liabilities of the former Omaha Nebraska Technical Community College Area merged with the Eastern Nebraska Technical Community College Area under a new name: the Metropolitan Technical Community College Area. In 1992, the Legislature voted to change the name to Metropolitan Community College Area. Metropolitan Community College affirms a policy of equal education, employment opportunities and nondiscrimination in providing services to the public. Read our full policy here Metropolitan Community College offers a wide array of benefits to faculty and staff. Review our Benefits at a Glance hereIf you need assistance using this site, please contact MCC's Human Resources Office at 531-MCC-2420 or [e-mail]