Part - Time Instructor, Machining - FY 2027

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 1,082,793 - 1,465,766; Part time

Job summary

The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) seeks a part-time Instructor in Machining to deliver lectures and labs for Machine Tool Technology at the Henderson campus and Debra March Center of Excellence. The instructor will create course materials, assess student mastery, and provide guidance to diverse learners.

Requirements include an AS in Machining or 5 years in industry; preferred: online/hybrid teaching, curriculum development, and lab/industrial experience.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 5 years industry experience required.
• Instructors must deliver lecture and lab instruction and develop course materials.

Responsibilities

• Lecture and/or lab instruction for Machine Tool Technology courses.
• Develop syllabi and course materials; instruct to curriculum standards.
• Evaluate student mastery of skills and competencies.
• Provide advisement to students.
• Attend staff meetings and recruitment activities.

Skills

Lecture/instruction

Metrology

GD&T

CNC milling/turning

CADD/Additive/Subtractive

Student advisement

Education

AS in Machining or related field

5 years industry experience

Tools

Canvas

MS Office

Job description

Part - Time Instructor, Machining - FY 2027

Applications will be considered on an as-needed basis determined by course availability.

Job Description

This position is a part‑time teaching role in Machine Tool Technology (MTT) courses, primarily taught at the CSNHenderson Campus and the City of Henderson Debra March Center of Excellence. The instructor will deliver both lecture and lab instruction and provide related support to students.

Responsibilities

• Lecture and/or lab instruction for Machine Tool Technology (MTT) courses covering topics such as:
• Metrology
• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Machining
• CNC Milling and Turning (Lathe)
• CADD and Additive or Subtractive Manufacturing
• Demonstrate and assist students with lab procedures and ensure adherence to safety precautions
• Develop syllabi and course materials; instruct students in accordance with curriculum standards and objectives
• Independently evaluate student mastery of skills and competencies required by course outcomes
• Make necessary provisions to meet learning needs
• Provide advisement to students
• Attend staff meetings and recruitment activities as requested

Required Qualifications

• Associate of Applied Science degree in Machining or a related engineering field
• OR 5 years of relevant industry experience

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 years work experience in Machining and or Manufacturing or Industrial Technologies
• 2 years experience teaching in Career and Technical Education
• Leadership/Management experience
• Experience teaching online/hybrid classes, Canvas
• Experience creating college curriculum
• Experience developing an industrial lab in a college setting, such as a Machining, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Technologies program
• Experience working in diverse multicultural situations
• Community college or technical school teaching experience
• Excellent presentation skills, including strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to motivate students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles
• Computer literate in MS Office
• Excellent planning and organizational skills; ability to meet deadlines
• Industrial Certifications such as NIMS, NC3

Schedule

Courses will be scheduled in-person during the day, evenings, and/or weekends.

Salary Information

$925.00 per credit hour. Credits will vary by semester.

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

47.5%

Required Attachments

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Contact information for three professional references (Name, email, and phone number)
• Unofficial Academic Transcripts

Equal Employment Opportunity

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

Additional Information

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the selected candidate(s). 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. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. and does not sponsor aliens for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B visas) unless exceptional circumstances are defined by the USCIS.