Machining Technology Adjunct

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 1,092,436 - 1,894,200; Part time

Job summary

Tidewater Community College seeks a Machining Adjunct to teach courses in machining with training or competence in CNC and manual operations. The role involves planning, organizing, and delivering instruction in classroom or remote settings to a diverse student population.

The adjunct will hold office hours, provide timely feedback, and align activities with course outcomes. Daytime availability is required, with potential for varied scheduling including evenings or weekends.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) required.
• Five years machining industry experience, CNC and manual.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse student population.
• Commitment to hands-on, student-centered instruction.
• Ability to communicate effectively electronically.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses with proper training, plans, and feedback to students.
• Align activities with learning outcomes and use active learning.
• Deliver instruction in classroom or remote via Zoom.
• Maintain office hours and provide timely feedback.
• Potential for varied scheduling including daytime/evenings/weekends.

Skills

Machining experience

CNC machining

Manual machining

Communication skills

Diversity & inclusion

Student-centered instruction

Education

Diploma in Machine Tool Technology

Diploma in Precision Machining

Apprenticeship

Associates degree or higher

Teaching experience at college level

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Fusion 360

CAM software

Digital manufacturing tools

Job description

Working Title Machining Technology Adjunct Role Title Machining Adjunct Role Code FLSA Exempt Pay Band UG Position Number 295A2072 Agency Tidewater Community College Division Tidewater Community College (Div) Work Location Chesapeake - 550 Hiring Range $793 - $1,375 per credit hour, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category I-Faculty Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No Work Schedule
Varies. Candidates must have daytime availability.

Job Description
Tidewater Community College has served South Hampton Roads – both students and employers – for 50 years. It has grown from 1 campus into a regional educational and economic force. TCC is the largest provider of higher education and workforce services in Hampton Roads, enrolling nearly 25,000 students in 2024-25. Founded in 1968 as a part of the Virginia Community College System, Tidewater Community College (TCC) services South Hampton Roads with 4 campuses in Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach, 7 regional centers and 2 important cultural institutions. The college had 3,399 graduates in 2024-2025, 40 percent of whom pursued degrees that would let them transfer to 4-year institutions. Of South Hampton Roads residents enrolled in higher education 33% enrolled at TCC. TCC’s institutional accreditation is affirmed through 2027 by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

The adjunct faculty member is responsible for teaching courses to which he/she has specific training or competence. Plans, organizes, teaches, and provides feedback to students to promote and direct student learning in either a classroom, remote via Zoom, or online environment to students with a wide variety of academic backgrounds and experiences. Engages students outside of class via office hours and provides thorough, timely, and effective feedback to students regarding the mastery of course and program learning outcomes.

Functional Responsibilities

• Responsible for creating a learning environment that facilitates students’ acquisition of knowledge and skills in a discipline and/or program.
• Aligns course activities with student learning outcomes for the course; employ a variety of active learning strategies to foster student engagement; employ appropriate technology and supporting materials that support course and/or program learning outcomes; and provide students with prompt and meaningful feedback on course activities and assignments, communicating with students in a timely and respectful manner.
• Deliver instruction in support of stated learning outcomes; adhere to college policies and procedures for participation in student surveys of instruction; conduct meaningful and timely assessments of student learning, including at least one assessment within the first 15% of class; and analyze the previous semester’s evaluation of instruction and develop and implement appropriate action plans as necessary.
• Responsibilities may include work during the day, evening and/or weekend as determined by the course(s) assigned.
• Hold at least 1 office hour per week for each course assigned.

Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• Minimum of five years of industry experience in machining, including CNC and manual operations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population.
• Commitment to hands-on, student-centered instruction.
• Ability to communicate effectively in an electronic format.

Additional Considerations

• Diploma in Machine Tool Technology, Precision Machining, or apprenticeship.
• Associates degree or higher in a related technical, education field or apprenticeship.
• Prior teaching or training experience at the post-secondary or workforce level.
• Experience with modern CNC equipment, CAM software (e.g., Autodesk, Inventor, Fusion 360, etc), and digital manufacturing tools.
• Teaching experience at the college level.
• Knowledge of CANVAS or other learning management systems.
• Knowledge of, and experience with, proven teaching strategies that promote student success.
• Candidates should possess sufficient technology skills to work productively in an organization that utilizes significant information and instructional technology resources.

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel
No

Posting Number ADJ_3484P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 07/22/2026 Job Close Date 09/18/2026 Open Until Filled No Agency Website TCC.edu Email [e-mail] Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants