Temporary Full-Time Faculty (Engineering)

Rock Valley College; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Rock Valley College in Rockford, IL invites applications for a Temporary Full-Time Faculty position in Engineering. The appointment covers Fall 2026 and involves teaching assigned EGR courses and laboratory sections at the Main Campus and ATC, with day, evening, and online classes as needed.

Responsibilities include planning course content, maintaining records, evaluating student progress, and staying current with industry developments.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering or related field with 18 graduate credits in Engineering.
• Background should include: Engineering design process and problem solving, Statics, Dynamics, Deformable Bodies.

Responsibilities

• Teach Engineering (EGR) courses and labs.
• Meet classes at assigned times and locations (day, evening, and online).
• Plan course content and assign work; maintain student records; evaluate progress and assign grades.
• Revise outlines, objectives, and catalog information; select texts/materials.
• Maintain office hours and prepare course/class reports.
• Stay informed on industry/technical developments; participate in meetings and committees.

Education

Master's degree in Engineering OR a Master's Degree in a closely related discipline with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Engineering

Job description

Position Title:

Temporary Full-Time Faculty (Engineering)

Department:

Engineering & Technology

Division:

Career and Technical Education (CTE)

Location:

Main Campus & Advanced Technology Center (ATC)

Date Available:

Fall 2026

Employee Status:

Full-time Temporary (Fall 2026 Semester)

Group:

Faculty (FAC)

FLSA:

Exempt

ICCB Classification:

Teaching Faculty

Revised:

8/2026

Application Deadline:

Monday, August 24, 2026

Rock Valley College does not offer sponsorship for employment-based visas for this position now or in the future. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to: Dean of Career & Technical Education

Supervision Exercised:

None

Job Summary

Teach assigned classes and laboratory sections, and perform related activities to classroom instruction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach Engineering (EGR) courses which may include, but not limited to, the following course content: Introduction to Engineering, Statics, and Dynamics.
• Meet classes at assigned times and locations. (Expected schedule includes both day, evening , and online classes, running from September through December)
• Plan course content and assign appropriate course work.
• Maintain student records.
• Evaluate student progress and assign grades.
• Revise course outlines, objectives, and catalog information as needed.
• Select appropriate texts and teaching materials.
• Maintain office hours convenient for students and as required by College policies.
• Prepare course/class reports as required.
• Keep informed on the latest industry and technical developments.
• Attend required meetings (faculty, division, in-service training, etc.).
• Participate in division, college, advisory committees, and community activities.
• Instruct students in the proper use of lab equipment where appropriate.
• See that equipment and/or labs are properly maintained where appropriate.
• Maintain supply and equipment inventory where appropriate.
• Regular attendance is expected.
• Using tact and courtesy, the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with persons contacted in the course of work.
• Commitment to the mission of the community college and interest in involvement in department, division and College initiatives.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering OR a Master's Degree in a closely related discipline with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in Engineering. Background should include:
  • Engineering design process including the engineering approach to solve a variety of problems.
  • Engineering mechanics including Statics, Dynamics, and Deformable Bodies

Preferred Qualifications

• Successful college-level teaching experience in Engineering or related field.
• Experience in computer-assisted instruction and related technology.
• Experience in Creating engineering drawings per ASME Y14.5M and Computer-Aided Design including SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office setting.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, talk and hear.
• Physical requirements include the ability to stand for 5 hours and the ability to lift up to 30 pounds.