Full Time Engineering Faculty

Ivy Tech Community College; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan options

Dental and Vision plans

Wellness program

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College in Indianapolis–Lawrence–Plainfield seeks a Full-Time Engineering Faculty to teach and design curricula in electrical/industrial engineering. You will leverage technology to enhance learning, maintain records, and support ABET accreditation processes.

The ideal candidate holds a master’s in engineering, demonstrates a passion for teaching, and can collaborate with diverse students and colleagues while adapting to evening or weekend schedules.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in electrical, industrial engineering, or related discipline within the program focus.
• Degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution in technology or engineering.
• Passion for teaching engineering with strong communication.
• Ability to apply innovative teaching techniques and use distance learning tools.
• Proficiency in collaborative, student-centered teaching methods.
• Ability to work with a diverse, multi-ethnic, multi-cultural student body.
• Flexibility for evening/weekend schedules.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses and design curricula that embrace diversity and inclusive teaching.
• Use technology to enhance instructional methods and maintain accurate records.
• Maintain syllabi and conduct assessments to measure student learning progress.
• Engage with students regularly to support learning and create a positive experience.
• Participate in program-level continuous improvement and ABET accreditation activities.
• Interact professionally with students and colleagues and ensure safe online learning environments.

Skills

Teaching

Technology in instruction

Communication skills

Diversity & inclusion

ABET accreditation preparation

Education

Master’s degree in electrical or industrial engineering

Regionally accredited degree in technology/engineering

Doctoral degree in engineering (preferred)

Two years of college teaching experience (preferred)

Industry experience (2+ years) (preferred)

Job description

Job Title: Full Time Engineering Faculty
Location: Indianapolis – Lawrence – Plainfield
Job Type: Full-time
Classification: F2
Salary Range: $49,500 to $55,000
Reports To: Department/Program Chair

Who We Are:

Ivy Tech is Indiana’s community college and workforce engine, delivering: high-quality learning experiences that propel Indiana’s communities, measurable economic return, excellence in teaching, and industry-aligned credentials of value, empowering every learner to achieve lifelong success.

Our Values:

• Empathy: We lead with care and connectivity, ensuring we meet our students where they are.
• Integrity: We act responsibly and ethically in the best interest of our students, employees, partners, institution, and the State.
• Agility: We move with purpose and adapt to the evolving needs of our students, employers, and the State.
• Impact: We exist to change lives through quality education. Our work strengthens individuals, families, communities, and the future of Indiana.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with college policy and course objectives.
• Make optimal use of available technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Supplement and modify, when appropriate, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and instructional materials. Maintain accurate student records, grades, and other required documentation.
• Engage with students proactively and regularly in meaningful and productive ways that support student learning and contribute to a positive experience with Ivy Tech Community College.
• Demonstrate evidence of developing and implementing teaching strategies focused on engaging online students with their learning.
• Interact with students and colleagues in a professional and collaborative manner, complying with college policies, guidelines, and expectations.
• Maintain a safe, high quality online educational environment.
• Promote an inclusive environment that reflects the diversity of our students and employees, ensuring every individual feels respected and valued.
• Participate in program-level continuous improvement activities, including contributing to ABET accreditation preparation, documentation, assessment processes, and compliance with accreditation standards.

Instruction & Student Learning

• Teaches assigned courses as scheduled. Designs curriculum embracing diversity, in all forms, to foster talent in students while modeling inclusive teaching strategies, with an understanding of the socio-cultural issues of traditionally underrepresented groups.
• Considers individual differences of students in order to design and support a range of appropriate learning activities.
• Participates in the identification of students with academic or other needs and responds by utilizing an appropriate resource.
• Uses technology in a manner appropriate to the nature and objectives of courses and programs and communicates clearly to students the expectations concerning the use of such technology.
• Keeps accurate and appropriate records in accordance with departmental policies.
• Maintains attendance records, determines and submits grades timely, and in accordance with established policies and procedures of the College, and communicates progress feedback as well as other relevant information to students throughout the semester.
• Distributes and maintain accurate syllabi that incorporates departmental, college, cross-college, and instructor requirements.
• Conducts classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule. Employs appropriate assessment techniques to measure students’ performance in achieving course goals and objectives.
• Engages in periodic meetings with the department, Lead Instructor, and Chairperson relative to teaching duties and professional development.

Student Engagement & Advisement

• Creates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, student and faculty interaction, and learner support.
• Uses technology to assist in communication with students. Encourages a sense of community among students for learning both inside and outside the classroom.
• Advises potential or current students within the discipline about the program, career, or transfer options available to assist with degree completion.
• Refers students to appropriate student and academic support services available at the College or in the community.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A master’s degree in electrical, industrial engineering, or a related discipline within the program’s focus.
• All educational degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution in technology, engineering, or engineering technology.
• A strong passion for teaching in the field of engineering.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to apply innovative teaching techniques effectively.
• Familiarity with distance learning tools and a willingness to integrate technology into instruction.
• Proficiency in collaborative learning techniques and student-centered teaching methods.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students and colleagues in a diverse, multi-ethnic, and multi-cultural environment.
• Flexibility to work a varied schedule, which may include evening and weekend assignments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A doctoral degree in engineering.
• At least two (2) years of college teaching experience.
• A minimum of two (2) years of relevant industrial experience.
• Strong working knowledge of current technologies relevant to the area of instruction.

Other Requirements:

• Official transcripts required at time of hire.
• Selected candidate for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history check, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status.

As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care

Retirement & Financial Security

• 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
• Paid professional development opportunities

Work‑Life Balance

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
• Flexible work arrangements where available
• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)

Additional Perks

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services

Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status.

As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.