Marine Electrician Adjunct Instructor

Sowela Technical Community College; Thibodaux, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Fletcher Technical Community College in Thibodaux, LA seeks an Adjunct Instructor to teach marine electrical systems and safety. You will deliver hands-on, credit and non-credit courses, align syllabi with approved master plans, and maintain punctual attendance for all sessions.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in marine electrical work, strong teaching skills, and the ability to guide students toward career paths.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• At least 36 months of professional work experience in marine electrical field.
• Strong instructional and classroom-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, hands-on instruction in marine electrical systems and safety.
• Teach credited and non-credit courses with reliable attendance.
• Create syllabi aligned with master syllabus and college requirements.
• Foster an inclusive, supportive classroom environment for student success.
• Monitor attendance and progress; submit grades and reports on deadlines.
• Advise and mentor students on course progress and career pathways.
• Ensure instructional equipment and tools are safe and ready for use.
• Remain accessible to students by phone or email with timely responses.
• Collaborate with faculty and leadership to support college goals.
• Participate in trainings and credentialing activities.

Skills

Marine electrical experience

Instructional skills

Communication skills

Student mentoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Marine Electrician Adjunct Instructor Job no: 495753 Closes: 10/14/2026 5:00:00 AM Work Type: Faculty - Part Time Locations: Thibodaux, LA Categories: Academic Affairs, Maritime & Continuing Education

College:Fletcher Technical Community College

Department:Academic Affairs

Sub department:Energy & Advanced Technologies

Type of Appointment:Unclassified - Adjunct

What You'll Do:

• Deliver engaging, hands-on instruction in marine electrical systems, electrical procedures, equipment use, and workplace safety.
• Teach assigned credit and/or non-credit courses; maintain a reliable, punctual presence for all scheduled class sessions.
• Develop and post course syllabi aligned with approved master syllabi and College course-management requirements.
• Create an inclusive, supportive classroom environment that promotes student success, respect, and professional growth.
• Monitor attendance, academic progress, and performance; provide timely feedback and submit required records, grades, and reports by established deadlines.
• Advise and mentor students on course progress, career pathways, employment opportunities, and further education.
• Refer students who may be at risk academically to appropriate advising or counseling resources.
• Ensure instructional equipment, tools, and technology are safe, functional, and ready for student use.
• Remain accessible to students by phone or email, responding within 24 hours on workdays and 48 hours on weekends.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and program leadership to support department and College goals.
• Participate in required trainings, professional development, and credentialing activities.
• Represent the College professionally and follow all College, LCTC, safety, accessibility, and student-conduct policies.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 36 months of professional work experience in the marine electrical field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of safe electrical practices, equipment operation, and industry-standard procedures.
• Strong instructional, organizational, and classroom-management skills.
• A student-centered approach with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to learners with varied experience levels.
• Effective verbal, written, and digital communication skills.
• Comfort using computers, instructional technology, and course-management systems.
• A commitment to equity, accessibility, professionalism, and respectful collaboration.

Why This Role Matters:

This is an opportunity to turn real-world marine electrical experience into meaningful career impact. You will help students develop the technical capability, professional habits, and industry awareness that employers value—while contributing to a College culture centered on opportunity, respect, and workforce excellence.

Passing pre-employment criminal background screen is required as a condition of employment. Fletcher Technical Community College is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. Fletcher Technical Community College is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.