FT Instructor - Construction Technology

Butler County Community College; El Dorado (KS); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance, dental

Life insurance

LTD insurance

KPERS retirement

Generous paid time off

Tuition exemption

Supplemental insurance

Job summary

Butler Community College seeks a full-time Construction Technology faculty member to teach at the El Dorado Correctional Facility, delivering 30 credit hours annually and integrating industry standards with pedagogy.

The role engages with local partners, participates in advisory committees, and supports workforce development and student placement while aligning with college goals and accreditation efforts.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of construction technology principles, practices, tools, materials, and safety standards relevant to modern construction trades.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain NCCER certifications as needed by the program or college.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with industry partners and workforce agencies to support student learning and job placement.
• Commitment to student-centered teaching adaptable to diverse student populations and backgrounds.
• Willingness to work with KDOC and EDCF requirements and to participate in committees and accreditation processes.
• Proficiency with CANVAS and common office software for instruction and records.

Responsibilities

• Teach a minimum of 30 credit hours per year in Construction Technology and related disciplines at the El Dorado Correctional Facility (EDCF).
• Incorporate current industry standards into pedagogy; assess student learning outcomes.
• Engage with local business/industry partners, participate in program advisory committees, and pursue continuous improvement.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Safety standards

Industry credentials

Relationship building

Student-centered teaching

Education

Associate degree in construction technology, carpentry or related field

5 years related industry experience

Job description

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The full-time Construction Technology faculty member is responsible for teaching a minimum of 30 credit hours per year in Construction Technology and related disciplines at the El Dorado Correctional Facility ( EDCF ). Instructional responsibilities include classroom and laboratory teaching, curriculum delivery, assessment of student learning outcomes, and the integration of current industry standards and practices with pedagogy.

The position requires active engagement with local business and industry partners to ensure program relevance, support workforce development initiatives, and promote student employment opportunities. The faculty member will participate in program advisory committees and collaborate with employers to identify workforce needs and emerging trends within the construction industry.

The faculty member will serve on college committees and engage in local, state, regional, and national professional organizations as appropriate. Additional responsibilities may include participation in program review, accreditation, assessment, and continuous improvement efforts in alignment with institutional goals and the mission of the community college.
Butler Community College can arrange a tour of the correctional facility for interested applicants. Applicants can email [e-mail] to arrange a tour.

Butler Community College offers a very generous benefits package. The benefits applicable to this position include:

• Generous employer contribution toward health/dental insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employer paid LTD insurance
• KPERS retirement
• Generous paid time off (sick, personal, professional and holidays)
• Butler tuition exemption (self and immediate family)
• Supplemental insurance coverages (employee paid)

Campus Locations

Campus Locations EDCF

Nature of Position

Nature of Position Faculty Full Time (length of contract):

If Part Time, list Working Hours

Salary (Commensurate with education and experience)

Salary (Commensurate with education and experience) Starting at $45,320 with credit for education and applicable experience.

Open Date

02/24/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions Summary

Qualifications

The applicant may be requested to authorize the College to procure a consumer report(s) for employment purposes.

We regret that the College is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status.

Qualifications

Required knowledge and skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of construction technology principles, practices, tools, materials, and safety standards relevant to modern construction trades.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain appropriate industry credentials and certifications, including National Center for Construction Education and Research ( NCCER ) certifications, as may be needed by the program or college.
• Ability and commitment to build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with industry partners, advisory boards, employers, and workforce agencies to support student learning, curriculum relevance, and job placement.
• Commitment to student-centered teaching, including the ability to effectively instruct a diverse student population with varying academic, cultural, and professional backgrounds.
• Willingness to work with requirements set forth by the Kansas Department of Corrections ( KDOC ) and the El Dorado Correctional Facility ( EDCF )
• Basic computer and technology skills, including the ability to use learning management systems ( CANVAS ), email, word processing, spreadsheets, and instructional technologies.
• Willingness to participate in departmental, divisional, and college-wide committees, meetings, professional development activities, and accreditation or assessment processes.
• Understanding of and willingness to fulfill faculty responsibilities, including curriculum development, assessment of student learning outcomes, maintaining required records, and adherence to college policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing, with students, colleagues, administrators, and external partners.
• Participation in a minimum of 20 hours of professional development activities annually

Three years of full-time construction industry experience.

Associate degree in construction technology, carpentry or related field, OR 5 years (10,000 hours) minimum related industry experience.

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• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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• * What is the highest level of education attained?
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• * How many years of industry experience do you have?
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• * How many years of teaching experience do you possess?
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