Makerspace Instructor — Hands-On Tech & Design

College of Southern Maryland; Indian Head (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) invites applications for adjunct instructors at the CSM Velocity Center Makerspace in Indian Head. The role focuses on teaching hands-on, maker-based curricula across a range of technologies and applications, emphasizing creativity, experimentation, and practical use of makerspace equipment.

Instructors develop and implement curriculum, plan lessons, and engage diverse student groups.

Qualifications

• Subject matter expertise in digital fabrication applications, tools and equipment.
• Proficiency in computer skills.
• Experience teaching or training in an adult setting preferred.
• Availability to work evenings and Saturdays.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging curriculum aligned with makerspace philosophy of hands-on experiential learning.
• Develop lesson plans that promote creativity and experimentation.
• Communicate effectively with diverse groups of students and staff.

Skills

Hands-on maker education

Curriculum development

Adult instruction

Evenings and Saturdays availability

Interpersonal communication

Education

High School Diploma or higher

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

Adobe products

Microsoft Office

Open-source software

Job description

The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) invites applications for adjunct instructors at the CSM Velocity Center Makerspace in Indian Head. The role focuses on teaching hands-on, maker-based curricula across a range of technologies and applications, emphasizing creativity, experimentation, and practical use of makerspace equipment.

Instructors develop and implement curriculum, plan lessons, and engage diverse student groups.