Part Time Instructor - CNC, CAD, & PLC Industry Professionals (Future Opportunities)

Wccnet; Michigan; On-site; USD 82,000 - 116,000; Part time

Job summary

Washtenaw Community College seeks Part Time Instructors to teach CNC, CAD, and PLC industry courses for the Winter 2027 semester. This pool posting invites qualified industry professionals to apply for per-course teaching opportunities in the Advanced Manufacturing Department.

Courses include PLCs and Fluid Power, with on-site instruction and flexible scheduling. Most classes are face-to-face, with opportunities to teach day, evening, or weekend sessions.

Qualifications

• Earned associate degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution, along with a minimum of two years of relevant industry experience.
• Demonstrated professional experience and technical knowledge in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related discipline.
• Willingness and ability to teach in a variety of instructional formats, including face-to-face, virtual, and online, based on departmental needs. Most courses are delivered face-to-face.
• Flexibility and willingness to teach day or evening or weekend classes as determined by departmental scheduling needs.
• Additional qualifications, including advanced degrees, specialized industry experience, or professional certifications, may be required depending on the course assignment. Please refer to the WCC Teaching Requirements for course-specific qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment that supports student success.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver instruction for assigned courses using appropriate teaching methods, learning activities, and instructional materials aligned with course objectives and program goals.
• Utilize the Canvas LMS to organize and deliver course content, communicate with students, manage assignments, provide feedback, and maintain accurate grade records.
• Adhere to established course syllabi, institutional policies, and student academic achievement assessment requirements.
• Assess and monitor student learning and progress through ongoing evaluation, assignments, examinations, and classroom observation.

Skills

Teaching ability

Flexibility in scheduling

Adaptability to formats

Education

Associate degree in Engineering/Industrial Tech

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

PLC programming

CAD software

Fluid Power equipment

Job description

Part Time Instructor - CNC, CAD, & PLC Industry Professionals (Future Opportunities)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Our college strives to make a positive difference in people’s lives through accessible and excellent educational programs and services. Washtenaw Community College seeks to recruit and retain a productive workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve our community and to build on the success of our students, faculty & staff. Washtenaw Community College is committed to creating a welcoming environment. Washtenaw Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Title: Part Time Instructor - CNC, CAD, & PLC Industry Professionals (Future Opportunities)

Position is: Part Time

Position Type: Faculty Position (Full Time/Part Time)

Department: Instruction

Please Note: This is a pooled posting for current and future teaching opportunities. While there may not be immediate openings, we encourage interested candidates to apply. Applications will be considered as opportunities become available that align with candidates’ qualifications and experience.

Current Teaching Opportunities: WCC is actively seeking industry professionals to teach courses in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Fluid Power for the Winter 2027 semester (January 11 - May 3, 2027). Candidates with relevant industry experience in these areas are encouraged to apply!

WCC is establishing a pool of qualified candidates to be considered when part-time and/or on-call instructors are needed to teach Advanced Manufacturing Department credit courses. Needs may become available prior to or during each semester. Upon successful submission of your application, resume, and transcripts, you will be considered for teaching opportunities on a per-course basis for the following Mechatronic course prefixes in our current catalog:

• Establish and maintain a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment that supports student success.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver instruction for assigned courses using appropriate teaching methods, learning activities, and instructional materials aligned with course objectives and program goals.
• Utilize the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) as a required instructional platform to organize and deliver course content, communicate with students, manage assignments, provide feedback, and maintain accurate and timely grade records.
• Adhere to established course syllabi, institutional policies, and student academic achievement assessment requirements.
• Assess and monitor student learning and progress through ongoing evaluation, assignments, examinations, and classroom observation.
• Evaluate and grade student work accurately, consistently, and in a timely manner, providing meaningful feedback that supports continuous improvement and academic growth.
• Maintain accurate student records and submit final grades in accordance with institutional deadlines.
• Promote student success by providing academic guidance, individualized support, and appropriate referrals to student support services.
• Participate in departmental and institutional activities, including curriculum development, assessment design, textbook selection, program evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in the Student Opinion Questionnaire (SOQ) process and use feedback to support instructional effectiveness and continuous improvement.
• Maintain current knowledge of subject matter, instructional practices, educational technology, and professional standards through ongoing professional development and completion of required institutional training.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Hours/Schedule: Schedules vary according to class schedules. Part time Instructors may teach up to (8) eight contact hours per week or 120 contact hours per semester. The terms of employment are based on college enrollment and class enrollment.

DISCLAIMER : This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the college reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Earned associate degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution, along with a minimum of two years of relevant industry experience.
• Demonstrated professional experience and technical knowledge in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related discipline.
• Willingness and ability to teach in a variety of instructional formats, including face-to-face, virtual, and online, based on departmental needs. Most courses are delivered face-to-face.
• Flexibility and willingness to teach day or evening or weekend classes as determined by departmental scheduling needs.

Additional qualifications, including advanced degrees, specialized industry experience, or professional certifications, may be required depending on the course assignment. Please refer to the WCC Teaching Requirements for course-specific qualifications.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Earned Bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally-accredited institution in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
• Prior experience in teaching and/or training.
• Experience in several of the above disciplines.
• Available to teach both day and evening courses.
• Available to teach weekend courses.

Posting Date: 11/11/2026

Closing Date: Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Our college strives to make a positive difference in people’s lives through accessible and excellent educational programs and services. Washtenaw Community College seeks to recruit and retain a productive workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve our community and to build on the success of our students, faculty & staff. Washtenaw Community College is committed to creating a welcoming environment. Washtenaw Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary/Hourly Rate: $71.75

Salary Comments: Publicly available compensation information can be found: Here

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position?
  • Yes
  • No
• * All Part Time Faculty at WCC, including online instructors, must reside in Michigan or Ohio. Do you currently live in Michigan or Ohio and expect to continue residing in one of these states during your employment?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you presently legally authorized to work in the United States?
  • Yes
  • No
• * In order for WCC to employ you, would you require WCC to provide a petition or a letter to the Department of Homeland Security unless authorized as a F1 student to work?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts 1

Optional Documents

• Other Documents
• Unofficial Transcripts 2
• Unofficial Transcripts 3
• Current Nursing License

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