Instructor, Mechatronics (9+3)

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Spartanburg Community College is seeking a faculty member to teach mechatronic courses to a diverse student body across multiple campuses or via distance learning. You will develop and revise course materials, maintain office hours, and assist with advising and registration while contributing to college and community activities.

The role requires an Associate Degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial Technologies, plus Bachelor's in Engineering and at least three years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Technologies.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Three years of work experience in the field.
• Travel may be required (overnight).

Responsibilities

• Teach mechatronic courses to a diverse student body using effective teaching strategies.
• Develop, revise, and maintain course materials; recommend/design new programs.
• Maintain office hours and assist with student advising and registration.
• Participate in college committees and professional development opportunities.
• Promote institutional goals and engage in College and community activities.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum design

Student advising

Professional development

Education

Associate Degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial Technologies

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Teach Mechatronic courses to a diverse student body using effective teaching strategies; develop, revise, and maintain course materials; recommend/design new programs; maintain office hours; participate in appropriate professional development opportunities; participate in College and community activities, promote the mission of the College; develop/implement retention strategies; assist in graduate placement; attend graduation ceremony; assist with student advising and registration; serve on College committees; promote institutional goals; assist with departmental administrative responsibilities. Teaching may be on any campus, or by distance learning, and may be days, nights, weekends, or a combination.

TEACHING PERFORMANCE – The ability to present course materials through appropriate instructional strategies to facilitate the learning process.

INSTRUCTIONAL DEVELOPMENT – The development, revision, and maintenance of courses and curriculum through course objectives, outlines, and appropriate materials.

INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT – The effective use of required office hours, exhibition of effective classroom management and control, and timely and accurately submitted reports.

STUDENT ADVISEMENT – The participation of the faculty member, when applicable, in assisting students in personal and professional development.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND COLLEGE ENGAGEMENT – The participation in college and community service activities that promote the institution, along with ongoing professional development efforts designed to maintain and enhance skills, knowledge, and effectiveness in the position.

Associate Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Technologies. Three years of work experience in the field.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering.

Professional development and other college activities may require overnight travel and independent study. Day, evening and possible weekend student advisement and instruction will be required. Professional, collegial, and ethical conduct, decisions, and relationships are expected at all times.

Spartanburg Community College is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.