Instructor, Industrial Systems

Texas State Technical College; Cleburne (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas State Technical College is seeking an Instructor to enhance student learning through high-quality instruction. You will prepare educational materials, assess student performance, and provide mentorship to ensure student success. This role allows you to significantly impact the lives of students while promoting TSTC's core values.

Required qualifications include an Associate degree in a related field and substantial industry experience. Commitment to student engagement and flexibility in your schedule is essential. This is an opportunity to help shape future professionals in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Verifiable work experience with industrial equipment.
• Strong Electrical and programming skills.
• Working knowledge of Electrical Motor Control Systems and Schematics.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students.
• Maintain accurate student records.
• Provide student advisement with timely, accurate, and comprehensive information.

Skills

Industrial equipment experience

Electrical and programming skills

Electrical Motor Control Systems knowledge

Maintenance of Industrial Equipment knowledge

Mechanical Power Transmission knowledge

Education

Associate degree in a closely related field

Preferred: Bachelor's degree in a closely related teaching discipline

Job description

Be Transformational! Do you have a desire to work in an environment where you are helping others and changing lives? As an Instructor at TSTC, you can help improve the quality of many lives by sharing your experience and skills with our students. Launch your career with TSTC by connecting with our Talent Acquisition team by emailing us at [e-mail].

Job Description

TSTC faculty deliver approved curriculum, content, and assessments in an applied learning environment. Responsibilities include facilitation of activities and discussions that engage a range of learning styles with targeted guidance and mentorship to students. Faculty will also interpret and administer assessments, and offer constructive feedback to support student growth and learning outcomes. A key part of the role is to integrate technology effectively to enrich the educational experiences. Faculty act as ambassadors for their programs and TSTC, demonstrating TSTC Core values of Excellence, Accountability, Service, and Integrity with internal and external stakeholders, customers, students, and members of the community.

Instructional Delivery

• Prepare and deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students.
• Develop appropriate course syllabi and instructional plans, and organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative and innovative techniques.

Instructional Management

• Fulfill the assigned schedule.
• Maintain accurate student records.
• Maintain an instructional environment with emphasis on safety and equipment security where applicable.
• Ensure opportunities for student and participant evaluation.

Student Retention and Placement

• Provide student advisement with timely, accurate, and comprehensive information.
• Collaborate with the Office of Student Success to ensure students receive current information on tutoring and other programs designed to increase retention.

Program Recruitment & Promotion

• Participate in related tours and recruitment events.
• Assist in department and program planning for recruitment.

Teamwork & Service

• Demonstrate a willingness to be of service and exhibit pleasant and courteous behavior toward customers, organizational coworkers, and the general public.
• Maintain flexibility, including availability for evening, weekend, or summer assignments as appropriate.
• Work effectively in a team environment and commit to the mission, vision, and values of the college.

Other Duties as Assigned

Teaching & Learning

• Deliver high quality instruction and facilitate the learning of students.
• Organize daily classes utilizing a variety of creative and innovative techniques.
• Tailor teaching methods to diverse learning styles and needs.

Mentorship & Coaching

• Understand and empathize with student experiences.
• Provide personalized guidance and support.
• Articulate ideas clearly and foster open communication.

Assessment & Feedback

• Create and utilize assessments to provide constructive feedback and guide learning.
• Continuously evaluate and improve teaching strategies.

Technology Integration

• Effectively use technology to enhance learning experiences.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Certifications or Licenses

• Verifiable work experience with industrial equipment.
• Strong Electrical and programming skills.
• Working knowledge of Electrical Motor Control Systems and Schematics.
• Working knowledge of Maintenance of Industrial Equipment.
• Working knowledge of Mechanical Power Transmission systems.

Preferred Skills, Knowledge, and Certifications or Licenses

• Working knowledge of basic fluid power (hydraulic and pneumatic) systems.
• Working knowledge of basic PLC operation and programming.
• Working knowledge of programming electrical speed control systems (AC/DC Drives).
• Working knowledge of basic machining and welding.

Education and Experience

• Associate degree in a closely related field and demonstrated qualifications in the technology’s teaching discipline.
• Verifiable professional experience may be accepted in lieu of other requirements as approved by the Vice Chancellor who oversees academic programs.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a closely related teaching discipline.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Texas State Technical College is an equal opportunity employer and complies 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, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.