Instructor, Instrumentation

TSTC; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick time

Paid holidays

Health and retirement benefits

Job summary

TSTC is seeking an Instructor to facilitate quality education that transforms lives. The role involves preparing engaging course content, providing mentorship, and leveraging technology to enhance learning experiences.

Ideal candidates should possess an associate degree in a closely related field along with relevant work experience. This position offers numerous benefits, including paid time off and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• 5+ years related work experience preferred.
• Verifiable work experience in relevant industries required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction and facilitate student learning.
• Prepare and deliver engaging curriculum and assessments.
• Assist in program recruitment and promote educational offerings.

Skills

Instrumentation work experience

PID tuning and process analysis

Industry-standard software knowledge

Calibration of various instrumentation

Education

Associate degree in a closely related field

Bachelor's degree in a closely related teaching discipline

Tools

Instrumentation software

Learning management systems (Blackboard, Canvas)

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].

What We Offer You:

• More than just a job but the start of a rewarding and fulfilling career
• Supportive environment where employee growth and success are promoted and celebrated
• Paid vacation, sick time & paid holidays, including an extended holiday break
• You will enjoy the stability of the State of Texas' comprehensive health and retirement benefits, competitive wages, State of Texas employee discounts, and much, much more. Follow the links below for additional details:

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. Faculty will demonstrate 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/innovative techniques.

Instructional Management

Fulfill assigned schedule, maintain accurate student records, maintain instructional environment with emphasis on safety, equipment security where applicable, and ensure opportunities for student/participant evaluation.

Student Retention and Placement

Performs student advisement such that students are provided 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/program planning for recruitment.

Teamwork & Service

Demonstrates a willingness to be of service and exhibits pleasant and courteous behavior toward customers (students, parents, employers, and media), organizational coworkers, and other general public contacts. Maintains flexibility, including availability for evening, weekend, or summer assignment, as appropriate; able to work effectively in a team environment; commitment to the mission, vision and values of the college.

Other Duties As Assigned

The core competencies for direct instructional delivery in an applied learning environment can be condensed into a few overarching categories.

Teaching & Learning

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

Mentorship & Coaching

Understanding and empathizing with student experiences. Providing personalized guidance and support. Articulating ideas clearly and fostering open communication.

Assessment & Feedback

Creating and utilizing assessments to provide constructive feedback and guide learning. Continually evaluating and improving teaching strategies.

Technology Integration

Effectively using technology to enhance learning experiences.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Certifications or Licenses

• Verifiable work experience with instrumentation working in one or more of the following industries:
  • Oil and gas
  • Petrochemicals/chemical manufacturing
  • Power generation
  • Water and wastewater treatment
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Food and beverage
  • Manufacturing
• Understanding of the following:
  • Feedback, cascade, ratio, and feedforward control strategies
  • PID tuning and process analysis
  • Industry-standard instrumentation software
  • Calibration of various manufacturing instrumentation

Preferred Skills, Knowledge, and Certifications or Licenses

• 5+ years related work experience
• Experience with industry-standard software and hardware platforms used in industrial process control and automation
• Knowledge of learning management systems (Blackboard, Canvas, etc)
• Teaching or training department experience in an industrial environment

Education and Experience

• Required:
  • 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, or his/her designee.
• Preferred:
  • Bachelor's degree in a closely related teaching discipline

Equal Opportunity Employer

Texas State Technical College (TSTC), as an equal opportunity employer, 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, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.