Job Description
Instructor at Texas State Technical College (TSTC) delivering approved curriculum and facilitating student learning in an applied learning environment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students.
- Develop course syllabi and instructional plans, and organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative and innovative techniques.
- Interpret and administer assessments, offering constructive feedback to support student growth and learning outcomes.
- Integrate technology effectively to enrich educational experiences.
- Mentor and coach students, providing personalized guidance and support.
- Maintain accurate student records; manage schedule and instructional environment with emphasis on safety.
- Collaborate with the Office of Student Success to ensure students receive current information on tutoring and other retention programs.
- Participate in related tours and recruitment events; assist in department/program planning for recruitment.
- Demonstrate willingness to be of service and courteous behavior toward students, parents, employers, staff, and the community.
- Maintain flexibility to work evenings, weekends, or summer as appropriate and work effectively in a team environment.
Qualifications
- Verifiable work experience in the electrical construction industry.
- Journeyman or master electrician license through TDLR.
- Strong knowledge of safety and PPE protocols, NEC applications and requirements, AC and DC circuits, and installation of NM and MC cable systems.
- Ability to calculate branch, feeder, and service loads, establish wire sizes, and provide overcurrent protection.
- Blueprint interpretation and experience with residential, commercial, and industrial wiring applications.
- Conduit bending, strapping, and support systems; single and three‑phase electrical systems; wire pulling; grounding and bonding;
- Panel termination, device installation, service entrances.
- Basic PLCs and motor controls, electrical testing instruments, hand and power tools.
- Basic computer skills and proficiency with technology for instruction.
Preferred Skills
- 5 years of work experience in the electrical industry.
- Electrical training or teaching experience.
- OSHA 10 training or above.
Education
- Associate degree in a closely related field; demonstrated qualifications in the technology’s teaching discipline.
- Professional experience may be accepted in lieu of other requirements as approved by the Vice Chancellor or designee.
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a closely related teaching discipline.
Equal Opportunity Employer
TSTC is an equal opportunity employer complying with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. TSTC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or veteran status.
Benefits
- Paid vacation, sick time, and paid holidays, including an extended holiday break.
- State of Texas comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
- Competitive wages.
- State of Texas employee discounts.