Assistant Professor BLDG

CHESS•Santa Fe, NM

10d•$52,680 - $60,930•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Professor teaches Building Trades courses in classroom and online settings, up to 15 pay hours each fall and spring semester, or 30 pay hours per year. The role includes designing and preparing assignments and assessments, grading and tracking student work, assessing student placement, maintaining scheduled office hours, advising students, and providing academic support. The professor also mentors and observes faculty, supports adjunct faculty, and assists with student conferences. The position contributes to curriculum and assessment development, maintains professional standards and practices, and participates in department, School, college-wide, and committee activities. The professor supports SFCC’s mission and the School of Trades, Advanced Technologies & Sustainability, and is expected to serve a diverse college community. The role also promotes the program, coordinates its advisory committee, builds relationships with Santa Fe-area businesses and industries, and manages student internships or co-ops. The expected start date is Spring 2027. The position is onsite in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with a scheduled 40-hour workweek. Compensation is salary-based, with minimum starting salary determined by education: $52,680 for a bachelor’s degree, $55,430 for a master’s degree, $58,180 for a master’s plus 45 credits, and $60,930 for a doctorate. Final salary is commensurate with education, experience, and other applicable factors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a Building Trades-related field, such as Electrical, HVAC, and/or Plumbing.
Five years of related industry experience, including two years of teaching, training, mentoring, or instructional experience in a post-secondary, apprentice, union, workforce development, or similar educational setting.
Required education may be substituted for relevant experience on a year-to-year basis.
Current OSHA 30 certification, or ability to earn it within three months.
Current and demonstrated knowledge of applicable course content.
Knowledge of current teaching methodologies and practices, including cooperative learning, service-learning, and traditional and alternative assessment.
Knowledge of online and blended course delivery, diverse learning styles, evaluation methodologies, record keeping, and curriculum design and planning.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Problem-solving, time-management, computer, listening, and critical-thinking skills.
Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, special-needs, and ethnic backgrounds of college students.
Ability to communicate information and ideas clearly and work with students with learning differences and disabilities.
Complete application package including a CV, unofficial transcripts, cover letter, and teaching philosophy. The CV must document relevant experience with the requested dates, duties, course details, credit hours, and hours worked, as applicable.

Nice To Haves

Experience in curriculum development, technology-enriched teaching, and student advising.
Experience mentoring teachers and a strong record of continuing professional development.
Experience teaching in a multicultural setting.
OSHA Authorized Trainer certification.
Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

Teach up to 15 pay hours each semester in fall and spring, for up to 30 pay hours per year.
Provide classroom and online instruction in Building Trades.
Conduct assigned classes in accordance with approved course syllabi.
Create and maintain effective, student-centered learning environments.
Advise students on academic achievement and learning goals, and assist with enrollment, registration, and navigating systems.
Coordinate with Counseling/Accessibility Services and the Tutoring Center, making referrals as necessary.
Explain course content, requirements, grading procedures, and attendance policies to students.
Maintain student records, including grades, coursework, degree plans, and graduation petitions.
Maintain and submit current course outlines, syllabi, and assessment materials; submit required reports by deadlines.
Improve instruction and stay current with professional education developments.
Maintain an approved schedule of office hours and meet with students.
Participate in curriculum development and create curriculum and assessment instruments using multiple assessment techniques.
Integrate appropriate technology and diversity throughout the curriculum.
Develop and select materials and methods for faculty to use in teaching and assessing courses.
Assist in selecting textbooks and other instructional materials appropriate to course syllabi.
Participate in faculty, department, School, college-wide, and other meetings and functions; serve on college committees; and attend and support college activities.
Promote the program within SFCC and in the community, including working with the Office of Recruitment and Outreach to promote SFCC programs.
Coordinate the program advisory committee.
Build relationships with Santa Fe-area businesses and related industries to develop career-path initiatives, internships, and workforce development.
Manage student internships and/or co-ops.
Mentor and observe faculty, including providing guidance to adjunct faculty and assisting with student conferences.
Collaborate with faculty and staff across the School and college and perform special duties assigned by the Dean, Associate Dean, or their designated representatives.