Part-Time Digital Fabrication & Prototyping Instructor

Community College of Philadelphia; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition remission

Retirement plan (403(b))

Flexible spending accounts

Winter break

Job summary

Community College of Philadelphia seeks part‑time Instructors for non‑credit courses in digital fabrication and prototyping, delivered in partnership with NextFab. You will teach hands‑on classes covering woodworking, 3D design/printing, laser cutting, electronics, and CAD/CAM at CCP or partner sites.

The role emphasizes applied learning, project‑based assessments, and inclusive instruction for diverse learners, with classes offered day or evening and potential locations including the NextFab

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in prototyping, fabrication, product design, or related technical field.
• Experience teaching, training, or mentoring adult learners in technical or workshop settings.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills; ability to support diverse learners.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain safe and inclusive learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Instruction: Teach noncredit classes and workshops in digital fabrication and prototyping, drawing on NextFab’s tools and labs.
• Applied Learning: Guide participants in hands‑on prototyping projects, helping them move from design concepts to functional prototypes.
• Curriculum Delivery: Deliver assigned modules and projects following approved course outlines, ensuring alignment with industry practices and learner needs.
• Documentation & Assessment: Document student attendance, monitor performance, and evaluate progress through hands‑on projects and demonstrations of competency.
• Technology Integration: Incorporate digital design tools (e.g., CAD/CAM, Figma, Fusion 360) and fabrication platforms to enhance applied learning.
• Collaboration & Leadership: Work with CCP and NextFab teams to align training with workforce development goals and expand community access to fabrication skills.
• Inclusive Practices: Create a welcoming environment that is sensitive to the diverse backgrounds of CCP’s learners, faculty, and staff.
• Teaching Excellence: Model professional standards, maintain lab safety protocols, and inspire students to persist and succeed in hands‑on technical learning.

Skills

Fabrication expertise

Woodworking

3D printing

Laser cutting

Electronics

CAD/CAM

Prototyping

Adult education

Communication

Inclusive teaching

Tools

CAD/CAM

Figma

Fusion 360

3D printing

Job description

Community College of Philadelphia seeks part‑time Instructors for non‑credit courses in digital fabrication and prototyping, delivered in partnership with NextFab. You will teach hands‑on classes covering woodworking, 3D design/printing, laser cutting, electronics, and CAD/CAM at CCP or partner sites.

The role emphasizes applied learning, project‑based assessments, and inclusive instruction for diverse learners, with classes offered day or evening and potential locations including the NextFab