Engineering

Maricopa Community College district; Avondale (AZ); On-site; USD 53,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Estrella Mountain Community College's Engineering program seeks an instructor who is passionate about active, student-centered learning, offering hands-on projects, rigorous fundamentals, and real-world experiences to prepare students for engineering careers.

The position emphasizes curriculum development, assessment, mentoring, internships, and community engagement, with opportunities to collaborate across the MCCCD and engage SHPE/AISES; a master’s degree is required, and college-level

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in teaching field is required.
• Master's degree or higher in any field with 18 graduate credit hours is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and supports a diverse population of students in lecture, laboratory, and integrated settings using student-centered teaching strategies.
• Provides academic guidance and maintains scheduled office hours to support student learning and progress.
• Develops, evaluates, and updates engineering curriculum, course syllabi, and learning activities.
• Mentors and supports students through hands-on engineering projects, internships, and collaborative opportunities.
• Maintains safe and effective learning environments and supports program operations.

Education

Master's degree or higher in teaching field

Master's degree or higher in any field with 18 graduate credit hours

Job description

Engineering

Job ID: 323500
Location: Estrella Mountain Comm College
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

Salary Range

$52,809 - $103,238/annually, DOE

Work Calendar

9 Months

Maricopa Summary

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The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision-creating excellence in education for a better world.

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We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact.

We believe our employees are our most valuable asset.
Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year.

Campus Statement

Estrella Mountain Community College (EMCC) has been making high-quality, affordable education accessible in The West Valley since 1992. As a member of the Maricopa Community Colleges (MCCCD), one of the largest and oldest community college districts in the United States, EMCC has driven personal and professional growth to help students achieve their goals. With smaller class sizes; lower costs; in-person, online, and hybrid learning options; and support focused on the unique educational and personal needs of our students, EMCC has been able to provide the associate degrees and professional certificates needed to help students and the community thrive. Located in one of the fastest-growing regions of the county, EMCC enrolls approximately 15,000 students annually and is planned to be a large comprehensive learning college of more than 40,000 students.

Benefits

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD:

• Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time
• 20 Paid Observed Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions
• Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b)
• Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents
• Annual Professional Development Funding
• Flexible Work Schedules

Employee Health & Wellness Programs:

• District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars
• Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter
• Virta Diabetes Reversal Program and Support Groups
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services
• Pre-Retirement Planning Events
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer)

Job Summary

The Engineering program at Estrella Mountain Community College (EMCC) is seeking an instructor who is passionate about creating an active, supportive learning environment that prepares students for successful engineering careers. Our program emphasizes rigorous academic fundamentals, hands-on projects, technical skill development, and professional experiences that encourage students to explore, innovate, and take ownership of their learning. This position offers an opportunity to help shape a student-centered engineering program while building meaningful connections beyond the classroom.

Essential Functions

Instruction and Student Learning

• Instructs and supports a diverse population of students in lecture, laboratory, and integrated lecture/lab settings using student-centered teaching strategies that incorporate active learning, hands-on projects, collaborative problem-solving, instructional technology, and innovative teaching approaches.
• Provides academic guidance and maintains scheduled office hours to support student learning and academic progress.

Curriculum Development and Assessment

• Develops, evaluates, and updates engineering curriculum, instructional materials, course syllabi, and learning activities to maintain academic rigor and relevance to current engineering practices.
• Assesses student learning through examinations, projects, laboratory activities, and other appropriate methods; maintains accurate student records and provides timely, constructive feedback.
• Participates in division and college assessment activities and continuous improvement efforts to enhance student learning and program effectiveness.

Student Mentorship, Program Development, and Community Engagement

• Mentors and supports students through hands-on engineering projects, internships, undergraduate research, and other experiential learning opportunities that develop technical and professional skills and prepare students for transfer and engineering careers.
• Encourages student involvement in professional organizations such as SHPE and AISES, career-focused events, and other activities that promote academic and professional growth.
• Supports engineering program development through student recruitment and collaboration with faculty, staff, alumni, industry professionals, and educational partners to strengthen connections and expand opportunities for students.
• Participates in career-focused events, community outreach, and other activities that strengthen connections between the engineering program and the broader Phoenix West Valley community.

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintains current knowledge of engineering practices, emerging technologies, and effective teaching strategies through ongoing professional development, conferences, workshops, and other scholarly activities.
• Collaborates with faculty and staff to support program operations, laboratory activities, equipment needs, and a safe and effective learning environment.
• Participates in division, college, and district committees, meetings, and other activities that support institutional goals and other duties as assigned, consistent with the responsibilities of the position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in the teaching field
• OR

• Master's degree or higher in any field with 18 graduate credit hours

Desired Qualifications

• 1. Master's Degree or higher in Engineering or related field.
• 2. Experience working as an engineer in the field or research.
• 3. Experience working with people from different backgrounds and abilities.
• 4. Experience teaching Engineering at the college level.
• 5. Experience applying engineering education research and best practices to develop or implement student-centered curriculum incorporating active learning, hands-on projects, and collaborative problem-solving.
• 6. Experience using Arduino or similar microcontroller platforms and/or electrical and electronic laboratory equipment in engineering instruction, research, or project development.

Special Working Conditions

May be required to lift up to 40 lbs with or without a reasonable accommodation.

May be required to work evening and weekend hours.

Posting Close Date

Open until filled

Estimated First review on November 30, 2026

Must apply by 11:59 P.M. on November 29, 2026, to be considered

If unsuccessful in finding a candidate during the initial review a subsequent review date will be determined

EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act

Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance."

The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators.

The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act.