Instructor, Mechatronics Engineering Technology

Guilford Technical Community College Jamestown, NC Full-time

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Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) is currently the fourth largest of NC. Community College System’s 58 institutions. On our six campuses and through our online offerings, we annually serve approximately 27,500 students, 60% of whom are students of color. We strive to offer programs that provide equitable educational outcomes for all students representing all backgrounds, including, but not limited to, ability, age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status. At GTCC, we are committed to cultivating a workplace culture of inclusion that welcomes, develops, supports, and empowers employees. We are looking for an exceptional leader, who shares our institutional mission, vision, and values, to join the instructional team.

Teaching faculty at Guilford Technical Community College are responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum learning environment, responding to student needs, managing effective instructional activities, developing curriculum courses, modeling employability skills, demonstrating professionalism, developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and maintaining competency in their instructional field. He/she will be responsible for quality instruction and for effective participation and interest in the total affairs of the college.

Under general supervision, this individual will develop/revise, prepare and teach Mechatronics Engineering Technology courses within the program, while caring for and maintaining the laboratory facilities. Faculty will also be responsible for advising students and collaborating with industry partners to ensure relevancy of the curriculum and provide necessary training and education. The faculty member must possess the knowledge, skills and experience to provide effective instruction in advanced manufacturing topics related to mechatronics engineering technology.

Duties/Functions

Teaching

Prepare & teach departmental courses to include:

· developing learner centered lesson plans

· employing teaching strategies & instructional materials for different learning styles

· incorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in classroom, distance learning and laboratory environments

· creating and modeling a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student population

· preparing, distributing and utilizing instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media and other devices as appropriate

· updating and revising curriculum to maintain currency

· developing new courses as needed to support the instructional mission

· participating in the development and review of course and program/general education outcomes as appropriate

· developing, conducting and documenting appropriate assessment of student learning in outcomes courses and programs/general education as appropriate

Professional Development

Maintain a professional status that supports the instructional mission by:

· participating in professional development activities to maintain currency in field; maintaining current credentials or licensures as required by program or accreditation

· participating in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategies

Administration

Provide daily & ongoing oversight of facilities, equipment and student records to include:

· maintaining classroom and laboratory spaces including upkeep of assigned equipment

· providing for the security of facilities, equipment and instructional materials and maintaining safe working conditions

· maintaining student records (e.g., grades and attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using a variety of technology-based programs (e.g., Colleague, WebAdvisor, Moodle)

· complying with all applicable college, state and federal rules and regulations

Student Support

Provide an environment conducive to student success to include:

· conducting recruiting activities

· providing academic advising

· promoting retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success

· assisting students with the registration and graduation process

· referring students to campus and community resources when appropriate

· maintain student records

College Service

Support college-wide endeavors to include:

· collaboration with faculty and staff from other divisions/departments to promote communication, coordinate schedules and support student success

· serving on department, division and college committees

· participating in GTCC institutional initiatives

· collaborating with educational partners, business/industry and/or external agencies as appropriate to promote the instructional mission of GTCC

· supporting collegiality and teaching excellence by actively participating in the professional development of new and veteran faculty (e.g., mentoring and peer observation)

· participating in extracurricular student activities/clubs

· attending college professional development sessions, college/division/department meetings, graduation and convocation, as required

· demonstrate and model the College’s employability skills: adaptability, communication, information processing, problem solving, responsibility and teamwork.

perform all duties as assigned by supervisor

Difficult Challenges Contacts Education Required

Education– the faculty member will have the educational background needed to meet accreditation/approval, certification and departmental requirements.

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Control Systems Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology or a related field from a regionally accredited institution
Documented industry training in automation equipment (e.g., Allen Bradley, Siemens, Fanuc)
Industry recognized mechatronics certifications or the ability to attain them within six months of hire (e.g., Allen Bradley, Siemens, Fanuc)

Education Preferred

Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Control Systems Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering Technology, Industrial Technology or a related field from a regionally accredited institution
Siemen’s Mechatronics and/or Mechatronics Instructor Certifications or the ability to attain them within one year of hire

Experience Required

3 years of relevant industry experience
Working knowledge of programmable logic controls, mechanical systems, electronics, pneumatics and hydraulics, and robotics.

Experience Preferred

More than 3 years of relevant industry experience
Teaching experience or industry training experience
Experience with the operation of industrial robotic equipment (i.e., Fanuc) and/or systems integration
Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes
Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems

KSA Required

The Instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its “open door” policy. He/she shall have demonstrated personal and professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The Instructor must be able to:
1. Multi-task
2. Respect Diversity
3. Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments.
4. Create and maintain a learner centered environment
5. Communicate effectively
6. Ability to effectively implement and apply technology solutions

KSA Preferred Department/Job Specific Requirements

May include teaching day and evening and on multiple campuses
Teaching schedule may change semester to semester

The following (compliance) training is required and must be completed within the first 30 days of hire with annual refresher training thereafter: (additional training may be added as needed)

Reporting Requirements
Anti-Discrimination/Harassment & Title IX
Safety/Shooter on Campus
Personal Information Protection Training (PIP)
Ethics and Social Responsibility
eLearning Level One (before the first day of the first semester teaching)
eLearning Levels Two and Three for instructors who teach online or hybrid delivery methods (before the first day of the first semester teaching)

Physical Demands

Physical Activity: Primarily sitting
Environmental Hazard(s): <15%
Lifting: <=20lbs.

Criminal history checks with acceptable results, are required.

Posting Type Faculty

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Guilford Technical Community College

Jamestown, NC