Evening Heavy Equipment Tech Instructor (Adjunct)

College of Western Idaho; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

The College of Western Idaho is seeking an adjunct faculty member for the Heavy Equipment program. You will teach courses, advise students, and use Canvas for assignments, grading, and schedules.

This part-time, non-benefited position reports to the Department Chair and supports Spring 2027 offerings with evening classes. Candidates should reside in Idaho and have relevant diesel technology experience and strong hydraulic/powertrain knowledge.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Associate degree preferred in Diesel Technology.
• Five years of full-time recent work experience in a related field.
• Strong familiarity with hydraulic and powertrain systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Able to use various teaching methods: lectures, group work, and distance learning.
• Ability to advise students and support academic planning.
• Proficient with internet, email, word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations.
• Experience teaching at a community college or with adult learners preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teaches contracted credit load of courses per CWI catalog descriptions.
• Utilizes outcomes assessment measures in instruction.
• Participates in instructional evaluation processes.
• Meets all scheduled classes; deviations filed promptly and accurately.
• Monitors student placement and progress; maintains accurate records.

Skills

Diesel tech knowledge

Teaching

Student advising

Canvas LMS

MS Office

Instructional methods

Communication

Digital learning

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree in Diesel Technology

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The College of Western Idaho is seeking an adjunct faculty member for the Heavy Equipment program. You will teach courses, advise students, and use Canvas for assignments, grading, and schedules.

This part-time, non-benefited position reports to the Department Chair and supports Spring 2027 offerings with evening classes. Candidates should reside in Idaho and have relevant diesel technology experience and strong hydraulic/powertrain knowledge.