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

College of Southern Nevada; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

College of Southern Nevada invites applications for a Part‑Time Instructor position in the Advanced Manufacturing Program, beginning ASAP. In the DWED with the Applied Technology Department, you will develop and instruct lab and lecture classes, create student outcomes, and support the program in Las Vegas.

The role requires teaching across Mechanical Technology, Automation/Robotics, PLCs, Industrial Electricity, Electronics, and related fields, with opportunities to engage with industry

Qualifications

• Hold an associate’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical or Electrical Technology, or Engineering (degrees in related fields 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).

Responsibilities

• Develop and instruct lab and lecture classes; develop student learning outcomes and course descriptions.
• Organize instruction toward achieving student learning objectives; select textbooks and other curriculum; confer with students; evaluate student mastery.
• Develop and implement curriculum and lesson plans.
• Program assessment and curriculum development; student mentoring; maintain records; industry outreach; supervise staff as needed.
• Collaborate with industry to address manufacturing education/training needs; participate in committees and recruitment.

Skills

Mechanical Technology

Automation/Robotics

Programmable Logic Controllers

Industrial Electricity

Electronics

AC/DC Motors

Motor Control/DC Drives

Industry collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree in Mechatronics/Mechanical/Electrical Technology or Engineering

Tools

Canvas

Job description

FW: The College of Southern Nevada invites applications for a Part‑Time Instructor Position within the Advanced Manufacturing Program beginning ASAP.

Position Overview

In the Department of Workforce and Economic Development (DWED) with the Applied Technology Department, the successful candidate will develop and instruct lab and lecture classes in advanced manufacturing, create student learning outcomes, and develop course descriptions. The instructor will support the Advanced Manufacturing Program at the College.

Responsibilities

• Develop and instruct lab and lecture classes, and develop student learning outcomes and course descriptions.
• Organize instruction toward achieving student learning objectives; select textbooks and other curriculum; confer with students; evaluate student mastery; provide a safe and positive classroom and laboratory environment.
• Primary teaching areas:
  • 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
• Develop and implement curriculum and lesson plans.
• 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 non‑credit manufacturing programs.
• Facilitate partnerships with industry to address manufacturing industry education and training needs.
• Participate in department and college‑wide committees and student recruitment activities.
• Participate and assist the team to maintain and develop strong industry and community partnerships.
• Commit to continuing 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.

Required Attachments

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Academic Transcripts
• Contact information for three professional references

Salary & Work Details

$40.00 per hour

ExemptYes Full-Time Equivalent 48.8%

Eligibility & Employment Conditions

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.

The College is located in the greater Las Vegas metropolitan area.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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

Posting Close Date

06/30/2027