Part - Time Instructor, Advance Manufacturing - Mechatronic - DWED - FY 2027

Agupdate; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

The College of Southern Nevada is seeking a Part-Time Advanced Manufacturing Instructor in Las Vegas to begin ASAP. The instructor will develop and deliver lab and lecture classes, create student learning outcomes and course descriptions, and ensure a safe classroom and laboratory environment.

Primary teaching areas cover Advanced Manufacturing Technology; duties include program assessment, curriculum alignment, mentoring students, collaboration with industry, and engagement in college

Qualifications

• Hold an associate's degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical or Electrical Technology, or Mechanical/Electrical Engineering OR a minimum of 5 years of Industrial Experience.
• A minimum of 2 years of Industrial Experience (Preferred).
• A minimum of 1 year of teaching experience in Career and Technical Education (Preferred).
• Bachelor's degree in education or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Program assessment and curriculum development; student mentoring; assess student learning and progress; maintain accurate records; participate in professional development; outreach to college, community, and profession; supervise student staff as needed; collaborate with instructors and staff as assigned.

Skills

Industry experience

Lab instruction

Education

Mechatronics degree

Mechanical Engineering degree

Electrical Engineering degree

Industrial experience (5+ years)

Teaching experience (1+ year)

Bachelor's in Education (Preferred)

Job description

Job Description

DWED (Department of Workforce and Economic Development) with the Applied Technology Department at The College of Southern Nevada invites applications for a Part-Time Instructor Position within the Advanced Manufacturing Program beginning ASAP. The successful candidate will demonstrate industry and teaching experience.

The Advanced Manufacturing Instructor will develop and instruct lab and lecture classes, and develop student learning outcomes and course descriptions. This includes organizing instruction towards achieving student learning objectives; selecting textbooks and other curriculum; conferring with students; evaluating student mastery; and providing a safe and positive classroom and laboratory environment.

Primary teaching areas are in Advanced Manufacturing Technology topics.

Core Courses

• Mechanical Technology (Required)
• Automation/ Robotics (Preferred)
• Programmable Logic Controls and microprocessors/controllers (Preferred)
• Industrial Electricity (Required)
• Electronics (Preferred)
• AC/DC Motors (Required)
• Motor Control and DC/AC Drives (Required)
• Related Engineering Technology and Technical Physics classes

Duties and Responsibilities

• Program assessment and curriculum development; student mentoring; assess student learning and progress, scholarship of teaching and learning; maintaining accurate student records, upholding professional and ethical standards, participate in professional development activities; outreach to the college, community, and profession; supervising student assistants and staff as necessary; collaborate with other instructors and staff and duties as assigned by the Director of Advanced Manufacturing.
• Assist with developing, monitoring alignment, and collaborating between credit and noncredit manufacturing programs.
• Facilitating partnerships with industry to address manufacturing industry education and training needs.
• Participate in department and college-wide committees and student recruitment activities.
• Assist the team to maintain and develop strong industry and community partnerships, within and outside of the program advisory committee.
• Commit to continuing their professional development as an educator through attendance at industry conferences and membership in professional associations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Hold an associate's degree in the following: Mechatronics, Mechanical or Electrical Technology, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Degrees in related fields are also acceptable) OR a minimum of 5 years of Industrial Experience AND
• A minimum of 2 years of Industrial Experience (Preferred)
• A minimum of 1 year of teaching experience in Career and Technical Education (Preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, adult education, or a related field
• Experience teaching IET programs, preferably in a CTE setting
• Experience teaching ABE, including ESL, math, and reading
• Ten or more years of work experience in the industry.
• Two or more years of experience teaching in Career and Technical Education.
• Industrial Certifications.
• Experience teaching online/hybrid classes.
• Experience teaching online/hybrid classes using Canvas.
• Experience creating a college curriculum.
• Experience developing either industrial or engineering technology lab(s) in a college setting.
• Experience working in diverse multicultural situations

Salary Information

$40.00 per hour

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent 48.8%

Posting Close Date

06/30/2027

Additional Information

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.

CSN is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. For more information, visit http://www.csn.edu/nondiscrimination.

CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and ever-changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S.

About Us

The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) creates opportunities and changes lives through access to quality teaching, services, and experiences that enrich our diverse community. CSN has three main campuses in Las Vegas, North Las Vegas and Henderson and multiple sites and centers.

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