Career Tech Academy Automation & Robotics Instructor #00052
About The Position
The Southern Virginia Higher Education Center (SVHEC) is seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Automation and Robotics Instructor within its Career Tech Academy (CTA). The SVHEC provides access to higher education, workforce training, and innovative industry services through technologically advanced facilities and learning labs. The CTA is a hands-on regional technical training center available to high school students, allowing them to earn community college credits, a Career Studies Certificate, and Industry Endorsed Credentials. The Automation Robotics Program prepares students for nationally recognized industrial assessments within one year. The instructor will plan, develop, and teach quality automation and robotics technology courses, providing hands-on training to high school students to prepare them for professional certifications and job readiness. Responsibilities include inventory management, equipment maintenance, and engaging with employer partners to meet workforce needs. The role focuses on preparing students for employment or further education in the automation and robotics sector.
Requirements
- Considerable instructional experience in secondary or higher education.
- Considerable work experience in the automation and/or robotics field to include operation, maintenance & repair, and/or installation.
- Considerable working and applied knowledge of electrical, controls, electronics, robotics, and programmable logic controllers.
- Considerable working and applied knowledge of technical skills needed to troubleshoot, service, and maintain equipment, tools, and machinery used in the manufacturing environment and industry sector.
- Demonstrated ability to develop programs and apply curricula to satisfy VDOE, VCCS, and industry needs.
- Demonstrated ability to utilize technology to enhance teaching and the education experience.
- Demonstrated ability to work with educational and corporate partners as well as high school, adult non-traditional learners, and other workforce stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
- Knowledge of OSHA standards.
- Proven successful customer service experience with working knowledge of team practices and procedures.
- Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
- High school graduate or equivalent.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s Degree in Automation Robotics or Technical Studies or related field.
- Working knowledge in computer programming, automation software, and engineering applications, including but not limited to Microsoft Office with VBA automation, Visual Basic, C/C++, C#, Java, Python, Scratch, Sketch, G-Code, M-Code, Siemens NX, Fusion 360, and MasterCam.
Responsibilities
- Plan, develop and teach quality automation and robotics technology courses.
- Provide relevant hands-on training to high-school students.
- Prepare students for professional certifications and job readiness.
- Assist with inventory management.
- Ensure equipment is properly maintained and operational.
- Engage with employer partners to better understand and meet workforce needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
