Part-time Advanced Manufacturing Professor - Requisite Courses - Continuous Pool

Clark College; Ridgefield (WA); On-site; USD 7,933; Part time

Job summary

A community college located in Ridgefield, Washington, is seeking a part-time Advanced Manufacturing Professor. This position involves instructing courses in diverse topics such as Welding, Robotics, and Blueprint Reading. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and the ability to engage with students from various backgrounds. Candidates must also be available to teach during flexible hours. A competitive hourly rate is offered, and the applications are accepted year-round.

Qualifications

• Expertise in Advanced Manufacturing topics such as Welding and Robotics.
• Ability to teach courses like AM 150: Intro to Programming and Problem Solving.
• Knowledge of safety standards and practices.

Responsibilities

• Instruct classes using active learning approaches.
• Advise students on educational and career development.
• Develop and assess the curriculum.

Skills

Instructional skills

Active learning techniques

Collaboration

Diverse background engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Can you create and maintain a welcoming and supportive environment with students of diverse multicultural, socioeconomic and academic backgrounds? Are you eager to work collaboratively to find innovative ways to improve student success? If these questions resonate with you, then we invite you to consider joining our Workforce, Professional and Technical Education & STEM department. We value collaboration and are dedicated to guiding students towards the achievement of their academic and career goals.

Clark College is currently seeking to fill a part-time Advanced Manufacturing Professor to cover requisite courses in the program outside the manufacturing core courses.

This part-time position is an ongoing recruitment in which applications are collected year-round. Applicants must be available to teach in the daytime, evening or weekend hours. Positions will be filled as program needs arise.

This job position is at Clark College's Boschma Farms (Ridgefield) Center. The Advanced Manufacturing Department offers an Associate of Applied Technology, a Certificate of Proficiency (Manufacturing Operator), and a Certificate of Achievement (Intro to Manufacturing). Primary teaching duties include Manual, Additive, and Subtractive Manufacturing, Welding, Robotics, Applied Metrology, Computer Aided Machining, Systems Integration, and Blueprint and Schematics Reading. The successful candidate will play an integral role in ensuring the relevancy and alignment of the Advanced Manufacturing Program with current industry standards.

At Clark, we value equity, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.

Position Responsibilities

GENERAL FACULTY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Instruct all classes as an expert in the discipline using active learning approaches that both engage and facilitate student learning.
• Strive to enhance teaching and learning techniques.
• Work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
• Understand and commit to the mission of Clark College.
• Work cooperatively in a variety of department-level activities and college or company-wide projects.
• Pursue professional development to enhance teaching and learning in the department and College.

POSITION SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Advise and assist students in their educational and career development.
• Participate in program, curriculum development and assessment activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, businesses, advisory committees, and other educational partners to create unique learning opportunities at Clark College.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Bachelor's degree in a discipline (or closely related field) related to the topics covered in the courses mentioned below.
• Ability to teach the requisite courses in the Advanced Manufacturing curriculum, such as AM 150: Intro to Programming and Problem Solving, AM 108: Blueprint and Schematics Reading, AM 130: Intro to SolidWorks, and AM 102: OSHA Safety.

Supplemental Information

SALARY STATEMENT: Lecture hourly rate is $93.18, and lab hourly rate is $79.59.

Application Process

Required Online Application Materials:

• Clark College Online Application, including names of three (3) references.
• Cover letter addressing experience and qualifications for the position.
• Current resume.
• Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application.

lease apply online at www.clark.edu/jobs.

To contact Clark College Office of People and Culture please call [phone] or email [e-mail].

Condition of Employment

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted which includes a sexual misconduct background check as required under RCW 28B.112.080. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. Please note that upon being hired, Washington Administrative Code (WAC) and the State Board of Community and Technical Colleges (SBCTC) require a Vocational Certification plan be in place prior to the first day of classes. Under the standard specified in WAC 131-16-070 through 131-16-094 Vocational Certification is a condition of continued employment for all professional technical education personnel.

Clark College does not currently sponsor H-1B visas.

Disability Accommodations

Upon request, accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact the Office of People and Culture at [phone] or by video phone at [phone].

Security

The security of all the members of the campus community is of vital concern to Clark College. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the authority of the Security/Safety Department, policies concerning reporting of any crimes which may occur on or near college property, and crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be requested from the Clark College Security/Safety Department, [phone] or [e-mail]. The most recent Annual Security Report, written in compliance with the Clery Act, can be reviewed here: http://www.clark.edu/campus-life/student-support/security/report.php.

Eligibility Verification

If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work.

Corrections or Extended Notices

Corrected or extended notices will be posted online and in the Office of People and Culture.

At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees. Our Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) supports individuals with their academic, personal, and professional development, as well as provides training and educational resources for all members of the college community around diversity, inclusion, power, privilege, inequity, social equity, and social justice. The college offers further professional development for our employees through opportunities such as Employee Resource Groups, Social Justice Leadership Institute, Cross Institution Faculty of Color Mentorship program, Administrators of Color Leadership Program, and Faculty and Staff of Color Conference.

Clark College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply. Clark College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). The college considers equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non-discrimination to be fundamental to the mission, vision and values of the college. All faculty and staff hired at Clark College are encouraged to embrace, continually support and enhance social equity on our campus and in our community. The college provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, and Affientative Action: Michelle Jenkins, Director of Labor and Compliance, 360-992-2317, [e-mail], 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Baird 122, Vancouver, Washington 98663. Clark College is a smoke-free/drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.

Clark College Office of People and Culture

January 5, 2026 (updated)

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