PT - Plumbing Instructor

Arizona Western College; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 38,572 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

Arizona Western College invites applications for an adjunct faculty member to deliver high-quality instruction, incorporate classroom technology, and keep course content current. Responsibilities include building an inclusive learning environment, administering assessments, providing timely feedback, and maintaining accurate records in the learning management system.

The position is part-time, up to 19 hours per week, with schedules varying by semester and campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in the teaching discipline as required.
• Alternate qualifications include an Associate’s degree, certificate, or licensure with currency.
• Three years of full-time related work experience within five years preceding application.
• Three years of post-secondary teaching experience in the credential field within five years.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction using appropriate teaching strategies.
• Develop, plan, and deliver course content with updated materials.
• Administer assessments and provide timely feedback to students.
• Maintain accurate records and submit reports on time via the LMS.
• Utilize instructional technologies and uphold FERPA and policies.

Skills

Instructional delivery

Classroom technology

Student assessment

Time management

Communication skills

FERPA compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in the discipline

Associate’s degree, certificate, licensure at highest level taught

Three years of full-time relevant work experience within last five years

Three years of post-secondary teaching experience within the past five years

Tools

Learning Management System (LMS)

Microsoft Office

College SIS / systems

Job description

Overview

The adjunct faculty member is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, incorporating relevant classroom technology, and ensuring course content is up to date. Key responsibilities include fostering an inclusive classroom environment, staying informed about developments within their field, maintaining accurate records, submitting reports on time, communicating professionally, and adhering to institutional policies, procedures, and standards.

Typical Duties

• Serves students by fulfilling the institution’s Student Experience Statement.
• Provides instruction using appropriate strategies that demonstrate teaching excellence through evidence-based practices that foster student learning. Effectively integrates instructional and classroom technology to enhance teaching and learning.
• Develops, plans, and delivers course content, administers assessments, and provides feedback and grades to students through the learning management system. Ensures that course content and materials are updated and aligned with current curriculum goals, student learning outcomes, and course objectives.
• Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time, including grades and attendance, in accordance with institutional requirements, utilizing designated reporting tools.
• Acquires, maintains, and applies knowledge of best instructional practices and remains current in the assigned academic field, related occupational areas, and technologies.
• Offers academic support and fosters an inclusive classroom environment that supports learning at all levels.
• Responds to correspondence in a timely, thoughtful, and professional manner.
• Supports and participates in strategic planning initiatives and performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the discipline, OR
• Associate’s degree, certificate, licensure at the highest level being taught, OR
• Qualify under the occupational experience requirement for career, technical, and professional credential fields with three full-time years (or equivalent). Documentation of work experience must demonstrate currency and relevance to the course content and student learning outcomes with the following experience:
• More than three full-time years (or equivalent) of verified related paid work experience in the specific credential field, AND
• One year of which the work experience shall be within the five years immediately preceding the date of application for the credential field, OR
• Three years of full-time (or equivalent) post-secondary teaching experience in the credential field within the past five years
• Meet qualifications as outlined under institutional procedure, Faculty Credentials

Additional Eligibility Requirements

• Current NCCER Instructor Certification Training Program (ICTP)
• Arizona Driver’s License or Equivalent
• Experience teaching in a community college preferred, but not required; experience must be demonstrated on application materials

Position Type & Work Schedule

• Part-time
• Up to 19 hours per week; assignment time dependent upon institutional need
• Instructional days and times are dependent upon semester course schedule and institutional need

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of and ability to interpret, apply, and follow college policies and procedures
• Knowledge of the academic or technical discipline being taught
• Knowledge and understanding of effective teaching methods and learning theories
• Knowledge of curriculum design and assessment practices
• Knowledge of and ability to effectively utilize instructional technologies and learning platforms including learning management system
• Skill in current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications, Windows, college system platforms, software and applications especially those specific to the department operations
• Skill and ability to be self-directed and to manage one’s own time
• Skill and proficiency in planning and delivering engaging and effective instruction
• Skill in creating and grading assessments that accurately measure student learning
• Skill in managing course materials, records, and administrative tasks
• Ability to complete all departmental and/or institutional mandatory training or development
• Ability to utilize appropriate instructional strategies and educational technology for various modalities
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a collaborative team environment
• Ability to provide assistance in a professional, civil, and supportive manner
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, in writing, and in a public setting, and to relate to others in a professional manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of protected information and follow FERPA and privacy guidelines
• Ability to provide instruction for all levels of learners including foundation or introductory courses
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and colleagues
• Ability to address and resolve issues related to teaching and student learning
• Ability to efficiently manage time to balance teaching, preparation, and administrative duties
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective, and collaborative relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, students, and the public
• Inside classroom, lab, or office environment with normal noise and lighting levels
• Outside instructional or lab area, if applicable to the academic field or content area

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Prolonged periods of standing
• May lift, carry, push, and/or pull light (at least 5 pounds) amounts of weight
• Occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist

Travel

• May be required to travel to other locations using various modes of private, commercial, or fleet transportation, and as needed to support department and institutional needs
• Travel to additional campus locations to support instructional delivery and assignment

Note

• Location may vary and include any AWC campus, AWC designated site, or remote
• Faculty may be asked to teach on various campuses, via in-person, online, hybrid, and virtual learning environments, as directed by the needs of the institution for a given semester.
• The statements within this document describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the individual(s) assigned to this classification and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified.
• The institution and its designated representatives reserve the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice.

ARIZONA WESTERN COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER